UPDATE: Check out Shelby’s video! She’s so sweet, walks nicely on leash, and LOVES to play with toys.
I’m delighted to introduce you to another awesomely adoptable dog currently residing at the Humane Society of Boulder Valley (HSBV).
Sweet Shelby
This week’s sweetheart is Shelby a one-year-old, spayed Irish Setter mix. Hard to believe, but this dear dog was found as a stray in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Lucky for her she was transferred to HSBV in late December by the PetSmart Charities Resuce Waggin’ program.
Living the life of a stray puppy is not an exercise in confidence building, and so it wasn’t for Shelby. Not surprisingly she’s cautious and a fearful of new situations. On top of that the resident dog in first home to which she was adopted early the January didn’t take kindly to Shelby. He bit her. Shelby is recovering from punctures wounds and doing well.
Needless to say, Shelby needs a caring, gentle forever family who will help her feel safe and comfortable. Despite her unfortunate experiences, Shelby likes other dogs and would do well in a family that included a calm, kind doggy companion.
Did Shelby capture your heart? If so, know that you won’t be starting from square one. The HSBV’s STAR trainers are already helping Shelby to build confidence and learn life skills. I can tell you from experience with my own fearful Sadie, that if you have the time and patience to devote to a wary dog, seeing her come out of her shell and blossom can be deeply gratifying,
Just so you know, Shelby has been diagnosed with heartworm disease, which is very treatable with injectable and oral medication. HSBV will cover the cost of treatment for Shelby. This treatment will take several months, and her exercise will need to be restricted during this time. For more information about heartworm, please visit www.veterinarypartner.com.
If you feel this lovely lady is the one for you, please call HSBV at 303-442-4030 during their regular shelter hours to speak to an animal welfare associate. Shelby would love for you to visit her at the HSBV. Click here for a map and directions.
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Good luck Shelby. You sure look like a super fun playmate for Tanner. Tanner and I want to invite you to the Super Dog Sunday Blog Hop. It’s a football-themed photo post. You can read more here: http://www.allthingsdogblog.com/2011/01/why-join-in-super-dog-sunday-blog-hop.html
Shelby thanks you for the invitation! What a great idea,
Shelby looks so sweet! I hope she finds her forever home soon.
Thank you. Me too!
What a gorgeous dog. She sounds like she would make an amazing companion. I am so glad she was helped by such fantastic, caring organisations. If only all dogs were as lucky.
I hope she finds the perfect home filled with people who understand her best.
Thank you for stopping by and for your good wishes!