Zanaree - Terrier Dog for Adoption in Des Moines, Iowa

❤️Sometimes love is right in front of you ... and you just miss the connection. This dog is part of our Missed Connections club - a group of our most patient pups who've been waiting longer than others to find their soulmate. Take a closer look - they could be your perfect match! Adoption fee: $45. A lifetime of love: Priceless.❤️

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- Busy girl who entertains herself very well - just give her a squeaky plush toy and she'll run around with it, fling it, chase it and do it all over again - she's very entertaining!

- Loves to give kisses, sit between your legs and roll over for pets

- Has been interested in chew toys like Nylabones and cow hooves

- Absolutely loves hanging out outside and taking in the sights and smells; while she can be busy indoors - she likes to dig every toy out of the toy bin - she'll often lie down in her foster family's yard and just chill out

- A very smart girl who is a big fan of treats; already knows sit and down, and her family is working on stay and shake with her

- Curious and energetic and loves to check everything out; does great in the car and is excited to go on adventures - plus, she's just the right size to take everywhere

- While she has been reserved around new people in the past, she has really gained confidence in her foster home and has loved making friends and asking for belly rubs and head scritches; did very well at her first baseball game recently and loved getting pets from everyone who stopped by

- Does great in her kennel overnight

- Has done well meeting school-age children and loves the attention but may prefer kids who are old enough to understand when she needs her space, too; may be a bit bouncy for very young kids, so a more mature home may be best for her

- Has done extremely well in dog play groups here at the shelter with a variety of dog personalities, and has also done well with other dogs in her foster home - she does a great job taking turns with playing and lies down for a rest when she's tired; may love a like-minded dog friend in her new home (dog intro recommended)

This pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you're interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.

The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Black Weight: 50lbs Age: 1yrs 6mths 0wks Animal has been Spayed

The terrier is a spirited and intelligent dog breed known for its feisty personality and boundless energy. Terriers come in various sizes and coat types, but they all share a common heritage as fearless and determined hunters. These dogs are typically highly trainable, making them versatile companions for active individuals and families alike. With their loyalty and playful demeanor, terriers are beloved for their endless enthusiasm and affectionate nature.

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