Dog adoption timeline
What to expect in the weeks and months after adopting a dog
Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour
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Shelby BD45541-Dog
Female
Lurcher
3 years
6 months
I am still learning to greet other dogs nicely
I cannot live with cats
I cannot live with other dogs
I can live with teenagers
Shelby
Meet Shelby! A shy, sweet Lurcher looking for a calm and understanding home.
Shelby is a gentle, sensitive girl who is looking for a quiet, adult-only home where she can continue to build her confidence and feel safe. Having come in as a stray, Shelby likely has never experienced life in a home before, so everything is new to her. While she may be nervous at first, Shelby is a very sweet girl who is just waiting for the right person to offer her the love, patience, and understanding she needs. She loves quiet walks where she can enjoy her time out in the countryside.
New dog
How to help your new friend settle in and start to build a bond
Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour
Nervous dogs
There are lots of different reasons that your dog might be nervous of new people, or in new situations - we say don’t worry about why but focus on spotting the signs and taking action.
Dogs, Dog behaviour