Holly Hobby

AN ACTIVE & HAPPY FRIEND: Approx. 5 years old / Approx. 50 lbs.

Hello - I'm Holly Hobby! Mostly Mutts rescued me from animal control after I came to them from a bad situation. Animal control started me on the road to health and happiness, and Mostly Mutts has continued that good care! I got to spend over a month in a wonderful foster home and had a blast, and now I'm back at the Mostly Mutts shelter with the nice volunteers. I've got some scars, and healed wounds from my past, but it doesn't bother me and I hope you won't mind either. I spent some time in the prison/foster training program off-site and learned a lot!

• OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS: I've met dogs at Mostly Mutts and liked them and I'm a tad vocal when I play. If you have a nice dog at home that wouldn't mind my vocal style of play, let's meet with my trainer and see if we can be pals. / Cats unknown. / I really liked the 3-year-old in my foster home, though when he got excited, I did, too, and I jumped up a bit, so perhaps kids a bit older would be best. Let's meet and best no toddlers that I may bump over.

• PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL: I'm a super sweet girl with a big, happy heart - truly a loving girl who will happily stay by your side for attention, playtime, and lots of joyful moments together. When I see my people, I am just full of wiggles, cuddles, and tail wags! I bark a little when my people leave so apartment / condo living may not be the best fit, but I do settle in after a bit and am happy entertain myself while you are away. In the prison/foster training program, it took a few days to get used to the routine, but once I did, I was very happy to be here! My foster reports that they love me and that I'm a great dog - I hope you think so, too! / My energy level is 7-9 so I'll want a family that will be active with me.

• SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY: I'm a proud graduate of the Mostly Mutts University training program so I've learned the 'sit', 'stay', 'down', 'come', 'drop it', 'leave it' and 'place' commands. I also use proper door etiquette and have good leash manners as well as accept nice strangers without jumping. I use a slow feeder to slow me down when I'm eating. I'm a smart girl who is also food and treat motivated, so much so that I can be distracted by treats, so maybe let's use praise for training instead of a treat reward. I would like my furever family to continue my training and develop a consistent routine for us to follow - so let's continue my training together with the free lifetime training classes that Mostly Mutts offers for all their adopted dogs! / My crate manners are good in my foster home, and I see my crate as a safe place. I'll run to it if I am afraid. I'm also very willing to sleep next to you! / My potty manners are good in the prison/foster training program as well as in my foster home.

• LIKES/DISLIKES: I'm a true lover of people and can't wait for lots of fun adventures with you! I love going on walks, playing fetch, riding in the car, and spending time outside with my family burning off some energy. But don't worry, I'm just as much of a cuddle bug, ready for an evening movie on the couch with you and soaking up rubs. Giving and receiving affection makes me the happiest girl! I do like to sit by the window to watch the world go by . . . but the best view is me curled up next to you! / Though vacuuming and mopping don't bother me at all, some other loud noises like the lawn edger do frighten me as does the dark. I believe I'll adjust to these once I'm settled in my new home. I'm not a fan of being alone a lot and when we're on walks, if other dogs bark at me - hold on to my leash so I don't bolt away. Otherwise, I'm sure I wouldn't like it if I didn't get enough love, attention, exercise, and training.

• MEDICAL: I'm current on annual vaccinations, micro-chipped and spayed. I have moderate tartar on my teeth, so my adoptive family should consult with their vet and consider a dental cleaning in the future. As stated above, I've got some old wounds and scars.

I am looking for a wonderful home with loving family for life that will treasure me! My adoption fee is $299.00, and I'm located in Kennesaw, Ga.