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Meet Ivy

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  • Location: Dog Kennels, North Wing, N33
  • Age: 1 years/7 months
  • Breed: Shepherd, Australian/Mixed Breed (Medium)
  • Sex: Female
  • Color: Black/Brown
  • Weight: 35 lbs.
  • Has potential to live with teenagers
  • Enjoys Training
  • History of being housebroken
  • Tennis Ball Lover
  • Treat Lover
  • Self-Entertainer
  • Resident Einstein
  • Adventure Dog
  • Foster Candidate
  • 4- Four Star Dog: Generally Social with Other Dogs

Ivy is a petite gal with a huge heart full of love and a mind that’s always ready to learn. She can be shy when meeting new people, but with a little patience, she quickly warms up and becomes a total cuddle bug. Once she trusts you, she’ll happily curl up in your lap, soaking in all the love and affection you have to give.

As a true herding breed, Ivy is energetic, intelligent, and eager to stay busy. She thrives on mental and physical exercise, whether it’s playing fetch, tug-of-war, or chasing her beloved herding ball. She’s incredibly smart and picks up commands in minutes, making training a fun and rewarding experience.

While Ivy adores her people, she struggles in a home with children. Their sudden movements and loud noises make her anxious. Because of this, she needs a calm, adult-only home where she can feel safe and comfortable. She’s house-trained, enjoys spending time outside, and loves being around her trusted humans.

She’s ready to find a family that understands her needs and will give her the love, patience, and structure she deserves! Come meet her!

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