**Mysma was treated for Heartworms on 4/29 and 4/30. She must be on low activity for a few weeks and may test positive for Heartworms for up to a year after treatment. Meet Mysma Mysma is an absolute doll baby of a dog who has quickly won over her foster family and those she meets, with her sweet and gentle personality. She's learning how wonderful it is to simply be someone's beloved companion and part of a family. My Foster Mom says I am: Incredibly sweet and affectionate - a total "mush" who loves to be the center of attention and snuggles, thinks she is a lap/chest dog. She also likes to give gentle Hugs. Will need to be with at least one dog or a family pack and will thrive with a sibling who can show me the ropes. Enjoys supervised squeaky toys and chewing on Benebones Can hold her potty well in crate during the workday and continues improving with routine Shows her playful side once she settles in May pace and show some separation anxiety but usually settles (whining or barking before settling) and will need crating. Might not be ideal for apartment life Comfortable with a crate routine and has been good at keeping it clean. Strong on leash and tends to pull; a harness, training and continued practice will help Very food motivated but not aggressive. Hasn't met a goody she won't eat and if you take your eyes off said goody she will claim it as Her's, she will follow her nose to snacks. Will need to be feed separately if multiple dogs in home. Mysma is a loving, gentle soul who has transitioned from being a devoted mama to wanting to be a pampered, cherished family dog. With patience, reassurance, and plenty of cuddles, she will blossom into an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion. Whoever adopts her is getting a truly special girl. ********************************************************************* 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 10 AM-4 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