Connie

Available

6 months - 2 years|Hound|Female|Medium|Spencer, IN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🤐 Quiet😌 Calm

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Connie

Available

6 months - 2 years|Hound|Female|Medium|Spencer, IN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🤐 Quiet😌 Calm

Connie is a brindle medium-sized hound mix with a short coat and a calm, gentle nature. She is young and female, and currently resides in Spencer, IN. Connie has been spayed and her vaccinations are up to date. She gets along well with other dogs and is ideally suited for a peaceful home environment.

About Connie

Connie is a one-year-old brindle hound mix with a calm, tender aura and quietly soulful eyes. She sits at a comfortable medium size, around 50 pounds, and offers just the right balance between enough heft for hugs and a manageable companion for daily walks. Connie brings a quiet sensitivity to new environments—she can be a little shy at first, but patience and gentle encouragement quickly reveal her deeply affectionate side. Good manners come naturally to her. She handles the leash with ease, understands basic commands, and responds well to kindness. Connie’s reserved nature makes her a steady, soothing presence rather than a whirlwind, and she thrives in peaceful surroundings. She’s looking for a calm home offering steady routine and soft places to land, where her loyalty and loving spirit can really come through. She gets along well with other dogs and promises to give back every ounce of love she receives. Connie is ready to become a quiet, faithful friend—that missing puzzle piece you didn’t know you needed. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!

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Rescues & Shelters

Owen County Humane Society (812) 829-6247

Location Address: 2014 W Romona Road Spencer, IN 47460 Get directions

Questions about Connie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Connie, as a hound mix, generally thrives in a home that offers both calm indoor space and access to gentle outdoor activities. She would do particularly well in a peaceful, stable environment.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Hound mixes like Connie usually appreciate a secure yard or regular walks for exercise and enrichment, but they do not require vast acreage. Daily, moderate outdoor time keeps them happy and healthy.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Connie's gentle and mild temperament makes hound mixes generally suitable for homes with respectful children, especially when introductions are calm and supervised.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Hound mixes such as Connie can suit both first-time and experienced owners. Her calm and trainable nature helps her adapt well, especially if given patience at first.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Connie gets along well with other dogs, which aligns with the breed tendency to enjoy canine company.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Many hound mixes can live with cats if introduced properly, though their prey drive varies. Individual temperament and slow introductions matter most for Connie.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Hound mixes like Connie may show interest in small animals due to their instincts, so careful introductions and supervision are wise.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Hound mixes can be reserved or shy with strangers at first, much like Connie, but they often warm up with patience and gentle interaction.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Connie and similar hound mixes handle moderate alone time but do best when not left for very long periods. Keeping their day structured helps reduce stress.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Connie already knows some basics, and hound mixes generally benefit from consistent, positive reinforcement. Early leash and social training make all the difference.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Most hound mixes like Connie are medium-sized, with adults generally weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Hound mixes such as Connie often live between 10 and 14 years with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Connie, with her short brindle coat, will shed a moderate amount—regular brushing helps keep hair manageable.