Featured Dog Friday

All dogs deserve a home with a loving family. While many do find happiness, some are repeatedly overlooked because they have traits that seem to make them less adoptable, and sometimes this is for no apparent reason. We often see the nicest dogs stuck in the shelter for far too long. These dogs often become staff and volunteer favorites, get lots of love and care, but just don’t grab an adopter’s attention.

Animal shelters and rescue groups are brimming with happy, healthy pets just waiting for someone to take them home. Most shelter pets wound up there because of a human problem like a move or a divorce, not because the animals did anything wrong. Many are already house-trained and used to living with families.

It is an indisputable fact that puppies are cute; everyone loves puppies, but puppies are not always the best option for your situation. Adult dogs deserve a chance, and are often passed up by potential homes who are focused on getting that “brand new” puppy. The truth is adult dogs are far less work than puppies, are great companions, just as affectionate and playful, without the mess of housetraining, and are less destructive of things like furniture. 

Today we are once again re-featuring stunning Roxy. Another year is almost over and sadly she still sits alone and forgotten, waiting for her chance at a home and family to call her own. We find this beyond heartbreaking. 

Roxy is a stunning, 8 year young Shepherd-Rottweiler mix who was originally adopted from Bobbi and the Strays in New York as a young pup, and was returned in September of 2020 when her dad passed away and her mom was unable to care for her any longer. Poor Roxy is yet another beauty that has been waiting far too long for someone special to come and take her home, and it seems no matter how many articles, posts and shares, not one person has shown any interest and it’s time we changed that! 

Roxy is a staff and volunteer favorite, she gets lots of love and care; however, she just doesn’t grab adopters’ attention. She is the complete package for an amazing family dog! All this sweet girl wants is a loving home and family where she can relax, and enjoy all that life has to offer. No one is truly sure why this stunning girl goes unnoticed; we are dumbfounded. She is incredibly friendly, sweet, full of energy and fun. She loves to run and play fetch. She sits and shakes to get treats and takes them so gently from your hand. Her favorite pastimes include playing with squeaky toys and stuffed animals. 

With more settled behavior, mature dogs like Roxy make ideal companions for a variety of owners. Perhaps the biggest benefit of adopting a mature dog is knowing what you’re getting. Busy households with individuals who work full time will find it a joy to have an older, experienced dog compared to starting from the beginning with a puppy. When juggling responsibilities and countless year-round obligations, it is much harder to put in the work it takes to properly raise a puppy versus an adult dog like Roxy.

Large dogs like Roxy can get a bad rep sometimes, but the truth is that many large breeds make excellent family dogs and Roxy is no exception, she LOVES kids! She really enjoys meeting new people and gets so excited especially when she sees children. It’s as if the sadness in her eyes disappears and she lights up with happiness. 

She is a very smart girl who loves showing off her knowledge of commands, enjoys long walks, playing in the yard with her ball, toys, and loves to just hang out by your side. Roxy would be best suited in home with a fenced in yard and needs to be your one and only pet as she can be a bit reactive to other dogs. This is not a large issue and is manageable, she has never shown any aggression other than hard barking and pulling when out on walks and is easily redirected. She has been spayed, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and microchipped. She is devoted, playful, and affectionate, what more could you ask for? 

Choosing the perfect dog for your family isn’t always an easy choice, and in a perfect world, any dog you choose would mesh perfectly with your lifestyle. But whether you’re looking for a dog that can keep up with a busy house or want a couch potato/love bug, Roxy is your girl! 

Roxy has been waiting for her forever home far too long. She sits in her kennel just waiting for someone to spare a glance at her yet he keeps getting passed by. Won’t someone please give her a chance? There must be a family out there who is the perfect match for this adorable girl; she is truly special and so deserving of a home, please give her a chance. 

If you have any other questions about Roxy or are interested in adopting this beautiful girl, please reach out to Bobbi and the Strays directly. 

Bobbi and the Strays, New York
adopt@bobbicares.org
(516) 378-4340

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