Rice Cake

Available

3-7 years|Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Ridgewood, NY

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🏃 High Energy🚽 House Trained👍 Knows basic commands

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Rice Cake

Available

3-7 years|Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Ridgewood, NY

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🏃 High Energy🚽 House Trained👍 Knows basic commands

Rice Cake is a spayed female mixed breed dog. At 3 years old, she weighs 52.4 lbs. This medium-sized girl has a black and white coat and is fully vaccinated. She is currently located in Ridgewood, NY, and is looking for an adult-only home where she can feel safe and confident.

About Rice Cake

Meet Rice Cake, an inquisitive girl currently adapting to life in a pop-up crate due to overcapacity at the shelter. Her adoption fee is waived, and she even comes with a $50 Chewy gift card to help stock up on her essentials. Rice Cake enjoys exploring and shows a playful side when meeting other dogs. Although she can be a bit distracted during handling, she warms up with coaxing and loves treats. She does have some medical needs that the staff can discuss when you meet her. Looking for a home with only adults, Rice Cake needs a family patient enough to help her learn manners and build confidence. Daily walks, mental stimulation, and reward-based training will be key to keeping her engaged and happy. While Rice Cake doesn’t have a known history with other pets, she was friendly during a dog introduction and is eager to say hello. However, she does guard toys, so her new family will need to manage this carefully during playtime. For Rice Cake, an adult-only home is ideal, as she’s still mastering boundaries and can be enthusiastic when taking treats. Positive and gentle training is essential for her, especially for things like impulse control and learning how to interact politely. Understanding her body language will help her feel safe. Let’s give Rice Cake the loving home she deserves! Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and let’s get started.

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Rescues & Shelters

Animal Care Centers of NYC - Queens (212) 788-4000

Location Address: 2336 Linden Blvd. Ridgewood, NY 11385 Get directions

Questions about Rice Cake

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Rice Cake, as a mixed breed dog, typically thrives in a secure and loving home where she can get consistent attention and training.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Ideally, Rice Cake would benefit from access to a moderate outdoor space for daily walks and play, helping her expend energy and explore.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Rice Cake would do best in an adult-only home because she is still learning boundaries and has a tendency to be mouthy when excited.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Rice Cake may be better suited for experienced owners who can provide the time and patience needed to help her develop good manners.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
While Rice Cake has shown a friendly demeanor towards other dogs, she would require careful introductions and management because of her resource guarding tendencies.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
There is no known history of Rice Cake living with cats, so her compatibility would need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
As with cats, Rice Cake's interactions with small animals are unknown, and caution is recommended until her behavior can be assessed.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Rice Cake is curious and may approach strangers with a soft demeanor; however, she may need some coaxing and reassurance initially.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Rice Cake might require shorter periods alone, especially while adjusting to her new home and learning to manage her impulses.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Rice Cake will benefit significantly from training focused on positive reinforcement, particularly for impulse control and social interactions.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Rice Cake is classified as a medium-sized dog.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Mixed breed dogs like Rice Cake can generally expect a lifespan of around 10-15 years, depending on health and care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
The shedding pattern of Rice Cake can vary, but regular grooming will help manage any loose fur.