Kiwi

Jan 25

Written By Rebecca Prull

Adoption Fee: None

Breed: Cattle Dog Mix

Age: 2 1/2 Years Old

Sex: Female

Size: Medium

Shots Up To Date: Yes

Spayed/Neutered: Yes

Housetrained: Yes

OK With Kids: Yes

OK With Dogs: Yes

OK With Cats: Yes

About Kiwi

Personality: Affectionate, Athletic, Loves, Playful

Kiwi, our 2 and 1/2 year old cattle dog mix, was adopted through Stumptown Strays when she was just a puppy. She and her littermates were found stray and needed help. Sadly, Kiwi needs our help again. Her adoptive family will no longer keep her and we desperately need to find Kiwi a forever home.

Kiwi's current family is willing to hang on to her for a little bit while we begin the search. Here is what they have to say about Kiwi:
"While we adore her, the arrival of a new baby has made it difficult to give Kiwi the time and attention she deserves. We’re seeking a home where she can thrive—ideally one without young children.
Additionally, Kiwi has shown leash reactivity on walks when encountering unfamiliar dogs and has occasionally exhibited nipping behavior. While we’ve worked with a trainer and seen some progress, we unfortunately don’t have the time to dedicate fully to her ongoing needs. She would do best with an experienced dog owner who is familiar with managing reactivity and is willing to continue her training.
In the home, Kiwi is incredibly loving and thrives on affection. She adores snuggles and will happily soak up all the pets and attention you can offer.”

Kiwi really struggled with seeing other dogs while she was on leash. According to her family, Kiwi once redirected her frustration and nipped the male owner's pants (did not make skin contact). Because of this, they are nervous to have her around their baby. When the family first contacted us, we reached out to a behaviorist right away and got Kiwi started on Prozac. Since starting the medication, Kiwi is much more relaxed. This is a medication that should be continued for at least the next 7 months; it is very affordable.

Kiwi currently lives with a cat that she loves and another dog. Kiwi needs slow introductions to dogs and does best with non-reactive ones.

We are not asking for any adoption fee for Kiwi. We just really want her to have a chance for success. Her adoption will come with the help of a behaviorist.

Think yours is the home for Kiwi?