SHELBY

Shelby is a Rottwiler/ Burmese Mtn. Dog mix who is 7 yrs old. She is currently in a foster home and lives with another dog and 2 cats. She has been an outdoor dog all her life but has decided that being inside isn't so bad. She was housebroken after only 2 accidents so she's a smart girl.

During her initial vet checks, it was discovered that Shelby has some arthritis in her back and knees. She is currently on a daily anti-inflammatory and gets The Missing Link, a glucosomine, Omega 3 and vitamin supplement on her food once a day. She is somewhat hesitant around new dogs. With her history of being outdoors, Shelby was never socialized correctly and is nervous in strange, fast moving places. She greets anyone who comes in the her foster home with kisses and nudges for pets but is more reserved outside her comfort zone.

We are currently working on getting a bit of weight off her to help with the arthritis but long walks are not easy right now. She does get her exercise chasing a ball down the hall and running to bring it back. She enjoys an easy game of tug of war but also knows with a firm "give it" she has to let go. She does know the commands sit and down but these, too, she does slowly due to the arthritis. She's not much on getting on the furniture but has decided that laying in the bed at night with the rest of the "pack" is the way to go. She seems great with all ages and just needs to be introduced to other animals slowly. Once she is comfortable in her surroundings, she's a great dog! So many times, she'll look at her foster for a pat on the head with that typical rotty smile....she warms you over immediately!! To visit with Shelby, email petadoptions@illinoishumane.org.

CANDRA

We shorten Candra to "Candy" because this girl is truly sweet as candy.  She is a pit bull mix -- a beautiful brindle with white markings.  Wonderful loving temperament.  Currently housed with other dogs and does well in supervised play.  Candra is a spayed female, 1-2 years old.  She was recovered by Illinois Humane from Sangamon County Animal Control at the end of December.  She is 46 pounds and a little underweight at that.  She is micro-chipped, heartworm negative and up-to-date on shots.  For more information and to arrange to visit with Candra, email petadoptions@illinoishumane.org.

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