The status of AUTUMN was
last posted on 03/15/25 by
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Female Dog, Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever / Boxer / Mixed (Short Coat)
Description:
Volunteer Notes:I was incredibly fortunate to have had the chance to take Autumn (A556496) out for a Doggie Day Out. Her genuine personality beamed all day with both me and my husband. She delighted in playing fetch with the ball in the backyard and running around exploring. Autumn wisely chose her own toys from the bin, opting for the more durable chew toys. While she liked chewing them, she easily left them behind when called. Autumn was a bundle of affection all day. In a heartbeat, I found her leaning against me, craving closeness in my lap. She certainly made me feel treasured and appreciated, but all she needs right now is to be showered with love.Autumn is a remarkable leash walker through the neighborhood, demonstrating her ability to sit on command and learn new commands through positive reinforcement. She exemplifies perfect behavior in public, warmly greeting everyone she meets. Our visit to Starbucks for a pupcup and Andy's Frozen Custard was a highlight of her day, bringing her immense happiness and us immense delight.What resonated with me about Autumn was the unconditional love she shared with both me and my husband throughout the day. Her adorable expressions, marked by lively eyes and forehead wrinkles, were absolutely captivating. Autumn's desire for cuddles and affection was heartwarming, and by day's end, she was peacefully sprawled out on the backseat of the car, exhausted.Autumn will undoubtedly win your heart with her loving and affectionate nature, just as she has won mine. I invite you to spend time with her and experience the profound love she has to offer.What I observe when I take Autumn offsite is a personality filled with love, intelligence, calmness, and a zest for enrichment. She gets along with all men, women, and children, displaying the best manners meeting my neighbors. Although she may be seen pulling or jumping when leaving her kennel at the shelter, those behaviors are nonexistent offsite. She takes extended walks on a leash without pulling, and she does the same on lake walks. Autumn will let her nose lead while displaying excellent leash manners. Autumn thrives on enrichment, whether it be from her human or independent play. She'll play fetch and drop the ball with a command and treat (still learning to drop it). She loves unlocking puzzle toys, locking PB from a `lick pad` or chewing durable toys that squeak.Others have said she does not do well in a crate. I began desensitizing her and found she immediately entered the crate to grab a toy. She even stayed in it to eat a bowl of food and lick peanut butter out of a Kong toy. With the door closed but not locked, she gently pushed it open. These are only the beginnings. Many times, my husband would feel her laying her head on his leg, waiting for him to rub her head. Autumn's demeanor is chill once she gets interactive and enrichment play paired with extended walks. Autumn is intelligent, loves humans big and small, and would benefit from an adopter who will give her TIME to adjust, proper training, professional help with her separation anxiety, and most of all love. She needs TIME to develop into her best self and become someone's soulmate.
