Meet Sheila - a 4 year old, 22 lb terrier mix with a tender heart and the sweetest spirit!

Quick Facts:
Name: Sheila
Breed: Terrier Mix
Age: 4 years old
Weight: 22 lbs.
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: No
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Not tested
Good with Kids: Not tested, may be ok with older kids who are calm and respectful
Energy Level: Medium - High
Fence Required: Yes
Dog's Location: Pikeville, NC

About Sheila's Breed:
Our best guess is that Sheila is a Terrier mixed breed. Terrier mixes are known for their bright, expressive personalities and their loyal, people oriented nature. They're often a charming blend of spunk and sweetness - curious, alert, and eager to bond closely with their humans. Many terrier mixes with longer coats need regular brushing to keep their fur soft and tangle free, and they tend to thrive when their grooming routine is part of a calm, reassuring environment.

Their ideal home is one that offers patience, consistency, and companionship. Because they can be sensitive or shy at first, they do best with gentle introductions, predictable routines, and people who understand their need to warm up at their own pace. A quieter household, older respectful children, and friendly pets can help them feel secure. With the right match, terrier mixes become affectionate, loyal, and wonderfully devoted little companions.

What to Love about Sheila:
Sheila is a cautious girl at first and needs time to get to know new people, but with patience and kindness, she begins to show her loving, gentle personality! She seems to be a bit of a "girls' girl" and gravitates toward calm, feminine energy. She hasn't met kids yet, but would likely do well with older, respectful children who can give her space as she warms up.

Sheila absolutely loves other dogs and enjoys playing with her foster siblings. She can be a little nervous when meeting new dogs, so slow, proper introductions help her feel safe. She would do well with having doggie siblings in her future forever home to play with! She hasn't met cats yet, but she's open to a meet and greet. She's totally potty trained can be left alone without a crate when you leave the house. What she really needs is a home where someone has time to spend with her - she blossoms with companionship and gentle reassurance.

Sheila has adorable bursts of energy and loves nothing more than running around her yard and showing off her zoomies, so a fenced in yard is a must for her safety and happiness. She's also practicing her leash skills and enjoys taking neighborhood walks as she gains confidence.

Sheila is looking for a patient, loving family who will give her the time she needs to feel secure and show her true, joyful self. With the right people by her side, she'll grow into the happy, affectionate companion she's meant to be!

Sheila's Super Highlights:
• 4 year old, 22 lb terrier mix with a sweet, sensitive personality
• Needs a patient home where someone has time to help her feel safe and loved
• Cautious with new people but warms up beautifully with gentle, consistent interaction
• Seems to prefer feminine energy - a true "girls' girl"
• Great with other dogs and loves playing with her foster siblings
• A little nervous meeting new dogs at first, so slow introductions are best
• Working on potty training and can be left alone without a crate
• Needs a fenced in yard for safe zoomies and confidence building playtime
• Learning leash skills and enjoying neighborhood walks as she gains confidence
• Would likely do well with older, calm children and is open to a cat meet and greet

Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!