Oreo

Available

3-7 years|Terrier|Female|Medium|Longview, TX

🤗 Affectionate💪 Independent🎾 Playful🐾 Friendly😌 Calm

Oreo

Available

3-7 years|Terrier|Female|Medium|Longview, TX

🤗 Affectionate💪 Independent🎾 Playful🐾 Friendly😌 Calm

Oreo is a medium-sized, female Terrier mix, approximately 3-4 years old. She has beautiful black and white/cream colors. Although she is not house trained yet, she is spayed and her vaccinations are up to date. Located in Longview, TX, she is waiting for a calm and caring home that will respect her need for stability and healing.

About Oreo

Oreo is gentle, resilient, and heartbreakingly devoted — a dog whose story is told through her watchful gaze. She approaches life with soft caution, always assessing her surroundings before moving forward, as if determining if the moment or the person is safe for her. Discovered wandering the streets with her baby, Oreo showed immense trust when she climbed into her rescuer's car. Despite her past, which likely included abuse, she seeks connection and displays a friendly heart, though it takes her time to warm up. Oreo thrives on predictability and patience, enjoying hand-feeding and gentle attention once she feels safe. At 3-4 years old, Oreo needs a calm, structured environment. She hasn’t been around children and would flourish in an adult-only home or with dog-savvy teens who will respect her boundaries. Oreo does best as the only dog, as she can feel overwhelmed around other canines and has a high prey drive, making her unsuitable for homes with cats or small animals. Though she’s still learning leash walking and potty skills, Oreo requires a compassionate and experienced adopter familiar with behavior modification and trauma-informed care. She's not a difficult dog — she's healing. Her journey toward finding peace and stability is ongoing, and her bond with the right person will be truly extraordinary. Oreo is currently in foster care in Texas and will be transported to her approved adoptive family. Find out if you're the right fit for her. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

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Rescues & Shelters

Saint Mutts Rescue

Location Address: Longview, TX 75605 Get directions

Questions about Oreo

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Oreo, as a Terrier mix, thrives in a calm and structured environment where she feels safe and secure.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Terriers like Oreo generally do well in moderate spaces, but her ideal environment is one where she doesn’t have to compete for attention.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Oreo has not been exposed to children, and she would do best in an adult-only home or with older, dog-savvy teens.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Given Oreo's background and the need for behavior modification, experienced owners who understand trauma-informed care will be best for her.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Oreo does not enjoy meeting new dogs and is happiest as the only dog in the household.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Oreo has a high prey drive and is not suitable for homes with cats.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
No, Oreo is not a good fit for homes with small animals due to her strong prey drive.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Oreo can be cautious around strangers, needing time to build trust before forming a bond.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Oreo may struggle with being alone for long periods as she seeks companionship and stability.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Oreo requires gentle, positive training that focuses on behavior modification and building trust.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Oreo is classified as medium-sized.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Terriers like Oreo generally have a lifespan of around 12 to 16 years.
How much does this breed typically shed?
While specific shedding information isn’t available, most Terrier breeds have low to moderate shedding.