Entered: 05/20/2006
Status: Adopted
Age: 11
Color: Black/White
Weight:
Gender: Altered Female
Location: Washington, DC
Health: UTD, HW-, overall good with some early cataract development
Temperament: Good with people as young as 8 years, would prefer to be an only dog, unknown with cats
Original: Little Miss Maggie has been with her family since she was 8 weeks old. However, her owners have begun to travel more, and they feel badly about leaving Maggie behind by herself. In addition, her family includes some young grandchildren who visit on occasion and apparently, Maggie isn’t comfortable around these youngsters. Her family reported that she lacks manners with small children, so it will probably be best that Maggie goes to a home without humans under 8 years. Her owners also reported that Maggie has some hearing loss, but her foster mom finds that she responds just fine when spoken to in a normal tone of voice. She also has the start of cataracts, not unusual in a senior, but as with many seniors, it doesn’t seem to affect her vision.
Maggie is a beautiful girl with great markings and a striking blaze. As a lady, she would never stoop to barking, counter surfing, begging, or jumping on the furniture. She is crate trained and sleeps there at night, but during the day when her foster mom is out, Maggie is completely reliable with free reign of the house.
If this were an ad on one of those dating web sites, Maggie would surely say that she enjoys long walks on the beach, through the woods, or even around the neighborhood. Her perfect evening would be a good meal and a good snuggle. And her perfect new home would be one that offers companionship, affection, and timely dining. While she gets along with other dogs, Maggie’s foster mom thinks she would prefer a monogamous relationship where she was the only canine in the house.
Don’t let the age of 11 fool you. Maggie has the perfect amount of energy. She loves to see her lead or an open door. However, when she is inside, she enjoys sleeping on the floor not far from her Springer foster-sister. Given her good health and apparent good breeding, Miss Maggie could be a part of her next family for a good long time!
Are you looking for canine companionship without having to train your dog NOT to eat your shoes, pee on the carpet, or steal your food off the counter? If so, Miss Maggie might be the perfect Springer for you.
Did you know that there is often no waiting list for adopting a senior Springer? If you have been waiting for your perfect dog, please open your heart and mind to the idea of sharing your home with a special dog who has a lot more to give. Miss Maggie is such a gal!