Shellie Got a Second Chance After Animal Control—Now This 5-Year-Old Sweetheart Is Ready for a Family Who Will Truly Understand Her

Here's What You Need To Know:

• Pet's Location: kennesaw GA, 30144
• Pet's Size: medium
• Pet's Gender: female
• Pet's Breed: Husky / Basset Hound / Mixed
• Pet good with dogs? no
• Pet good with cats? no
• Pet good with kids? no

Shellie’s story is one of resilience and growth. Originally pulled from animal control, she’s already had a second chance at life—and she’s made the most of it. After a brief adoption didn’t work out due to her discomfort with cats and some resource-guarding behaviors, Shellie didn’t give up. Instead, she entered training, including time in a structured prison/foster program, where she learned, improved, and gained confidence.

Now, she’s a smarter, more self-aware dog who is ready for the right home—one that understands her needs and continues helping her succeed.

Why She’s the Ultimate Loyal Companion

🐾 Age: ~5 years old | Weight: ~32 lbs
💖 Loving, affectionate, and full of kisses
🛋️ Big cuddler—loves laps and close contact with her people
🎾 Enjoys walks, toys, tennis balls, and playtime
🧠 Highly trained graduate of obedience program
✔️ Knows sit, stay, down, come, place, drop it, leave it
🚪 Great door manners and leash skills
🏡 Crate trained and potty trained

Shellie is the kind of dog who bonds deeply with her people. She loves affection and being involved in daily life, whether that’s a walk around the neighborhood or relaxing on the couch.

What She’s Looking For

✔️ A cat-free home (strong prey drive)
✔️ A home with a calm, structured approach to training
✔️ Experienced adopter or someone willing to continue professional training
✔️ Homes with male dogs may be a match with proper introductions
✔️ Older kids (15+) who understand and respect her boundaries
✔️ A family that will manage food/toy guarding with consistency and care

Shellie is still working through some resource-guarding behaviors, but she’s actively training with professionals and has already made progress using structured feeding routines and “drop it” commands. She needs a home willing to continue this journey with patience and support.

Personality & Energy

Energy level: 6–8 / 10
She’s playful, curious, and active—but also very happy to settle in for cuddle time. Shellie can be a little shy at first and prefers to approach new people at her own pace.

Adoption Details

🐶 Spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations
💰 Adoption fee: $299
📍 Located in Kennesaw, GA
📚 Training continuation strongly recommended after adoption

Shellie isn’t a “perfect dog”—she’s something better: a dog who has already grown, already learned, and is ready to keep building trust with the right person.

Rocky Kanaka