Onyx is a young Great Dane with a big heart, a playful spirit, and just the right amount of goofiness to keep you smiling. At around a year old, she's still very much a puppy in a giant body, learning about the world one new experience at a time.
She absolutely loves other dogs and truly thrives with a confident canine companion by her side. Whether it's a game of tug, a backyard zoomie session, or learning how to fetch from her housemates, Onyx lights up when she has a dog friend to show her the ropes. She tends to play a bit big, so a home with another medium to large dog would be the best fit.
Onyx is affectionate and loves being close to her people. Once she's had her playtime, she's more than happy to curl up and lean into you for some quiet time. She's also a smart girl who already knows “sit,” “kennel,” and her name, and is working on adding more skills like “off” and even a high-five.
She's doing great with her routine and is well on her way with house training, with only a couple of accidents as she continues to learn her cues. She sleeps well in her crate overnight and is getting more comfortable settling during the day, especially when she has a calm environment or another dog nearby.
Like many young dogs, Onyx is still building confidence. New environments, people, and especially leash walks can feel overwhelming, and she may bark or react when she's unsure. With time, patience, and continued training, she is already showing progress and learning that new things aren't so scary.
Onyx would do best in a home that can provide structure, consistency, and continued positive reinforcement training. She'll also need regular exercise and enrichment to keep both her body and mind engaged. A fenced yard and a playful dog buddy would make her especially happy.
If you're looking for a loyal, playful, slightly clumsy best friend who will grow with you and keep life interesting, Onyx is ready to bring a whole lot of love into your home.
At Green Dogs Unleashed (GDU), we are dedicated to ensuring the successful placement of our dogs in loving, permanent homes. Over the years, we have seen an increasing number of returns due to behavioral issues that could have been prevented with the right support. A significant percentage of these returns involve out-of-area clients or those who have not completed training with GDU. To address this, positive reinforcement training with Green Dogs Unleashed is required as a condition for all adoptions.
Preference for this dog will be given to adopters who commit to signing up for and completing our six-week Canine 101 training class in person at our headquarters in Troy, VA. Secondary consideration will be given to a limited number of out-of-area adopters who agree to complete one private lesson with GDU, either in person or virtually, and attend a pre-approved positive reinforcement training class in their area.
At the time you are seeing this post, this dog is still available for adoption. But please know that we may be working on multiple applications already, and any one of them could be approved at any time. Please READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION and complete an adoption application, if you are interested in any of our animals. Application at www.greendogsunleashed.org If you send an inquiry to ask if the dog is still available, or just tell us you are interested, your inquiry will not be answered. FILL OUT AN APPLICATION. We can do NOTHING without that. No, we cannot tell you if he would be a match for your family without seeing an application. PLEASE KEEP READING for info.
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We are happy to consider applicants from out of state on most dogs. Please read the description to see if this dog is an exception. If the applicant is approved to adopt, they MUST be willing to come to our location in Troy, VA, for a meet and greet. If all parties agree that the pup and family are a good fit, they would take the pup home at that time.
For more information about our mission and for an APPLICATION for adoption, please go to www.greendogsunleashed.com.
GDU does ask a minimum adoption fee of $400.00. This does not even come close to covering all expenses created by animals while in rescue. We are funded solely by the angels and volunteers willing to donate time and finances. This minimum fee includes DAPP, rabies if age appropriate,, heartworm test and preventative, if age appropriate, and flea and tick treatment, as well as neutering or spaying, if the animal is medically sound to undergo surgery. In an attempt to avoid tummy upset from a sudden change of food, the foster family may include a small, transitional bag of the food the dog/puppy has been eating. And if the dog/puppy has grown attached to a special item (like a toy or blanket), they may send that along, as well.
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*****Due to the sheer number of animals and applications in our program, coupled with a limited number of volunteers, applicants MUST have patience as we process applications. If you do not hear back from us, the animal may have been adopted. We strive to let people know but sadly cannot offer reasons for denial beyond that. Any harassment of our volunteers will go unanswered and we will simply block you. Our volunteers spend their time working hard to ensure the very best for each animal. Please remember the animal, not the applicant, is our client.*****
MIA
Poodle
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Troy, Virginia
female, small, adult
Poodle
Troy, Virginia
