Phoebe in Pittsburg, CA

Phoebe is a lovely, five-year-old tricolor Cavalier. She is a little bit bashful in the beginning, but quickly warms up. After a while, she will lay by your side and want your attention. She is not a kisser, but will paw you for attention and likes to inch her way into your lap. Phoebe is not 100% Velcro, but will follow you around occasionally. Phoebe is also fine relaxing on the couch waiting for you to return from a short errand.

Phoebe is fantastic on her bathroom skills. She will bark lightly if she wants to go when you are not paying attention to her, or when her foster Mom asks “Want to go potty?” every few hours. Out she goes to take care of her business quickly.

Phoebe likes walks, but she pulls a little on the leash and may cut you off at times, so that needs ongoing work. Her one bad habit is shredding paper! Phoebe has gotten into the bathroom tissue for a “toilet paper caper,” and if she finds a paper towel, a Kleenex or piece of mail she will start to shred it!

Phoebe’s loving Mom surrendered her because Phoebe needed a very expensive surgery to remove her anal glands. Phoebe was spayed and had a dental at the same time, so now this sweet girl is 100% ready for her forever home! She does have a barely audible heart murmur that is common in Cavaliers.

Phoebe was free-fed before and came into rescue a bit chubby, not that we are body shaming! She is now eating measured amounts for two meals a day with each being a third of a cup of food. Phoebe is down to 24 from 28 pounds, with 20 pounds as her goal weight. Regular exercise will keep her in tip top shape. Phoebe hasn’t had any cat or small children experience.

Phoebe enjoys having another canine playmate, but would also be okay as an only dog getting lots of attention. She needs low alone time, so a retired person or someone working from home will be perfect.

If you can meet all of Phoebe’s needs and live within a couple of Pittsburg, please complete our online application. Then email our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in this sweet girl.
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