Update - I have had Penelope for almost a week and she has been settling in quite nicely. Penelope is currently getting over kennel cough, which she had when she was at the shelter in Ohio, and has been treated for. Penelope does well in the car and loves to go for walks. She does great around my medium sized dog and the neighbor's black Lab. She is very curious about my cat, and does chase after her at times. I think Penelope would do better in a house without cats.

Penelope needs a fenced in yard with lots of room to run around and romp in. She does well in a crate.  I am currently teaching her to sit and she seems to be more then willing to learn. She loves to get praise and snuggle. Penelope's tongue peeks out of her mouth ever so cutely. This is just one of her many traits that make her an adorable dog. Please consider adopting this precious girl.

8/02/09 -

Intake Reason - Owner surrender to shelter - left in night box

Update - Penelope was abandoned overnight at a shelter in Ohio in poor condition. It appears that she might have just had a litter before being left there. Penelope is estimated to be around 3-4 years of age.

She is great with other dogs and did well with the cat test at the shelter. Penelope handled the 6.5 hour transport to our rescue with no problems - she did great with each transporter and traveled well. Penelope is an incredibly sweet girl who just soaks up the attention you give her. She will be going into a foster home soon with another dog and a cat - we will update her page once we learn more about her.

Thank you for your interest in Penelope!

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