Gracie (JS) - Female BoxerAmerican Staffordshire Terrier Mix (Harrisonburg, VA)

Gracie (JS) - Female BoxerAmerican Staffordshire Terrier Mix

Please email ----X(at)--- for an application for Gracie.If you want a low level energy relaxed fire place dog Grace is NOT the dog for you BUT if you live a life filled with adventure activity and high level energy and want a dog then look no farther She s sweet cuddly loves to give kisses hike run climb and jog. She doesn t like water but will tolerate getting in it. She s just as powerful as she is sweet and would be great for an experienced owner of powerful dog breeds. She loves to fetch carry weight and enjoys long vigorous walks. At the end of her active day she will gladly cuddle up next to you and sleep (or on the floor in a crate she s fine with either one). She went to her forster from a local shelter for rehab for her serious dog reactivity which stemmed from her extreme lack of exercise in the shelter. Since then she s become a wonderful dog. She s made friends with both of the foster s rescue dogs can pass by other dogs on a walk like a professional even if the other dog is out of control and even knows a couple tricks. She also walks small leash better than any other dog you ve probably seen since she stays beside or behind you the whole time (further showing how loyal and trusting she is).Grace needs a strong consistent owner who knows how to provide leadership on a daily basis since she is a member to such a powerful breed.Cats are another story however since she was attacked by two cats and she has to go to a no cat home (the same goes for a no rodent small prey animal home).Her ideal dog friends would be dogs who are a lower level of energy than her. She needs the proper introduction to other dogs that she s going to be around (if she s going to be around other dogs) so the two week shutdown is a must. She loves food bones and toys and is fine with kids (but just like any dog with a child supervision should be given. Excitement is something that should also be limited because it s an unhealthy state of mind and too much will result in jumping barking etc.I think the ideal home for her would be a family that s active and always out and about but can be consistent with rules boundaries and limitations. Or a young athletic person who can give her Calm-Assertive leadership and exercise discipline then affection.Grace is super sweet cute and will show you unconditional love loyalty trust and respect. And the best part is you re helping give a home to a fantastic dog who deserves a great family.Gracie is in TENNESSEE. Potential adopters will have contact with her foster and have to be approved by her foster during the adoption process. Please email ----X(at)--- for an application for Gracie.... More Info