Approximate Age: 4 years Approximate Weight: 27 lbs - Priya was rescued from a large-scale hoarding situation where she lived outdoors with minimal human contact, inadequate shelter, and limited access to food and clean water. - She is a gentle, shy girl who is slowly learning that the world can be a safe and loving place. - She will need a patient understanding family who will give her time to decompress. - Once she starts trusting you, she'll show her sweet and affectionate side. - Her crate is her safe place and she keeps it clean. - She walks well on a leash but needs reassurance and time to get familiar with the routine. A chain leash is a must as she will quickly chew thru a regular leash when scared. - She is good with other dogs and would benefit from having a confident, friendly dog companion to help show her the ropes and provide reassurance as she continues to build confidence and trust in humanity. - Priya enjoys the outdoors and exploring but will need a securely enclosed space for now, as she's still learning to trust and may be eager to venture off on her own adventures. - Priya is looking for a calm, understanding home that will give her the time she needs to settle in and feel safe. In return, she'll reward you with quiet loyalty and a truly special bond. Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster