Elana

Available

3-7 years|Rat Terrier, Hound|Female|Medium|Union Beach, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart

Elana

Available

3-7 years|Rat Terrier, Hound|Female|Medium|Union Beach, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart

Elana is a mixed-breed rat terrier and hound from Union Beach, NJ. She’s an adult female with a medium build, weighing around 30 lbs. Elana is spayed and fully housebroken, making her an easy addition to most households. Her personality shines through her playful spirit and friendly nature.

About Elana

Elana made her way up from Georgia with her puppies, all of whom have since found homes. Now spayed and heartworm negative, she’s looking for a family of her own. You’ll find her playful, upbeat, and always eager to be around people. She’s friendly and active without being overwhelming, and at about 30 lbs, she’s a nice small-medium size. Elana is crate trained, fully housebroken, and generally obedient. What she wants most is someone who’ll give her a real place to belong—a family, not just a rescue kennel. She’s waited a long time. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Elana

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Elana, as a rat terrier/hound mix, usually thrives in homes with some space to roam, but she's small enough to do well in apartments or houses with attentive owners.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Elana's blend of rat terrier and hound means she enjoys having a backyard or access to walks, but her manageable size makes daily outings or trips to the park sufficient if you don’t have a yard.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Rat terrier/hound mixes like Elana are generally friendly and do well in homes with children, especially when properly introduced and supervised.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Elana's adaptable temperament makes her a good fit for both first-time and experienced dog owners.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
With her friendly personality, Elana, like many rat terrier/hound mixes, tends to get along well with other dogs when introduced gradually.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Rat terrier/hound mixes sometimes have a prey drive, but many, including Elana, can learn to live peacefully with cats if socialized early.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Because both rat terriers and hounds may chase small animals, Elana might need supervision around them, but gentle training and guidance go a long way.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Elana is a friendly dog and most rat terrier/hound mixes warm up to new people after a brief introduction, often quickly winning over guests.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Like most social dogs, Elana prefers not to be left alone for long hours; around 4–6 hours is manageable, but routine companionship keeps her happiest.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Rat terrier/hound mixes are intelligent and eager to please, so Elana benefits from consistent training and clear boundaries, though she's quite obedient already.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Elana and similar rat terrier/hound mixes typically fall into the small to medium size range, and she weighs about 30 lbs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Most rat terrier and hound mixes like Elana have a healthy lifespan, often living between 12 to 16 years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Elana is likely to shed moderately, as both rat terriers and hounds are not heavy shedders, but regular brushing helps keep fur under control.