Gem imp 1661

Gem is a 5 1/2 yr old American Staffy X Kelpie and is a special little lady with a big personality.

She has bounds of energy and loves to play but never got the dog socialisation she needed when she was younger and now doesn't know how to properly be a dog! She is slowly learning proper dog behaviour but will need a family who can continue the gentle training and to help her overcome her social anxiety, especially on walks. She is working on being calm, which is the most important step and is the hardest hurdle for her (she is just so excited about everything!).

Gem requires a home that can include her in family activities and allow her to cuddle on the couch with you at night. Due to her energy level, young kids would not be suitable due to the fact that she enjoys doing zoomies and can get a little carried away and tread on toes. Gem enjoys playing with her foster carer's kitten through the back door and might be good around cats, but this will take time. In saying this, she would probably suit a home with no other animals so that she can be the centre of attention at all times. Someone home often is what she needs to help her and preferably someone who is dedicated to increasing her training. She is extremely intelligent, already knows 'sit', 'shake', 'drop', 'show me' (she will roll over to show you her belly) and loves puzzle feeders and kongs to help pass the time when you are not around. She can be shy with new people to begin with, so will need a home that will allow her to trust the family and give her time to come out of her shell.

She loves going for car rides and is the most happiest when chilling next to you or even in your lap! Like a typical Staffy, she does have an off and on skin allergy but just requires cream when it flares up. All in all, she a fantastic dog and will make a great companion.