Zema - Adopted February 2020

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April 9, 2019December 24, 2021

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Zema – Adopted February 2020

Meet Zema

Status: Living at our private kennel

Estimated Age: 4 Years

Estimated Weight: 40 Pounds

Needs to be an only dog

UPDATE - 27 OCTOBER 2019: Zema was able to join us at our Oldies but Goodies/One and Onlies adoption even today. She is such a happy girl! She did great at the adoption event where she was able to run free in the doggy daycare area - no tussles or growls. All she wanted was for every human in the room to love on her. She is a doll! She can have an attitude with some dogs, so we think she needs to be an only dog, but she will bring a great amount of affection to whoever adopts her. We have had Zema for too long, although she has maintained a very happy attitude at our kennels, and our kennel manager has skillfully been able to find a kennel mate for her. She seems to mostly act up when confined or on a leash, but she would love a big back yard where she could romp and play with her humans. The yard MUST have a tall wooden fence since Zema is able to climb chain link fences. We think poor Zema isn't getting any attention because she doesn't look like a beagle, but we are hoping a special family will spend some time with Zema and fall in love with her soon.

UPDATE - 26 AUGUST 2019: How is it possible that Zema has lived in our kennels for over a year? She doesn't look much like a beagle, but this crazy girl makes us all laugh. She is a hoot and such a happy girl. She LOVES humans and will run, jump, and lick any human she can find. She is a big girl, so we have to brace ourselves when we see her coming. She would easily knock over smaller humans, but all she needs is some training. Zema can easily climb some chain link fences, so she needs a fenced yard with at least 6ft wooden fencing. Zema is not a dog for everyone, but we are hoping there is a family out there with no other dogs who will give this big, silly, loveable girl a permanent home. She is doing well in the kennels, but we don't want to see her spending the rest of her life "behind bars."

UPDATE - 5 AUGUST 2018: Zema is back to looking for a new foster home. We discovered she loves her humans, but we think she would do better in a home with no other dogs. She doesn't like other dogs competing for snuggle time! UPDATE - 1 AUGUST 2018: How many times have you longed for the companionship of someone with the body of Winnie the Pooh and the schnozz of Jimmy Durante? Someone who has the manners to tap on the door when you are in the bathroom but who is so impolite as to cannonball your head while you are sleeping? If you are shouting Yes! Many times! Zema is the dog for you. The vet has pronounced her remarkably healthy with a lovely plush coat. At a svelte 40.4 pounds, Zema is a bundle of love. She is a true adventuress who is supremely happy riding around in the car or hiking in the woods. UPDATE - 23 JULY 2018: One thing we learned about Zema during adoption day is that she prefers human company to that of dogs. Zema gets along well with a less dominant male in our house and she and the resident female had a scuffle to come to an understanding. So Zema may do best as an only dog or with a more submissive canine (probably male) companion. She adores human attention and puts up with all kinds of shenanigans from her foster parents without a complaint. Zema also withstood a long time indoors during the rainstorms without having an accident. UPDATE - 17 JULY 2018: Quick update on Zema after 2 days in her foster home - looks like she loves kids, but due to her size (40+ pounds) and energy level she can come across as overwhelming for some. Housetraining seems pretty good! All who meet Zema fall instantaneously in love with her. Her nickname is Zema Waddlebutts which is also her Marvel alias. UPDATE - 15 JULY 2018 (from Zema's new foster mom): Zema joined our household today and has already made quite an impression. She will be seeking humans who are in need of intense love and attention: Zema will be showering kisses on her humans, jumping on them, plumping in their laps should they sit on the floor or collapsing across them on the sofa. Zema has an outsize personality and a sweet, joyful nature. She is hairy so fans of the shed-less dog need not apply. Zema is fun to walk on the leash and she at last peed after much standing around waiting; we expect this to improve. Zema is a roly-poly large-boned girl with a face like Telly Savalas. Come meet her at adoption day. NEW - 22 JUNE 2018: Zema is a 2-year-old spayed beagle mix. She’s a stout "little" girl who weighs 40 pounds and has a playful personality. She is friendly and good with other dogs. She was a stray in Abingdon Animal Shelter in Virginia, so her history is unknown. She is available for fostering or adoption

Q: Can you tell me more about a specific dog? Is s/he good with kids / housetrained / good with cats/ etc?

A: What we know is in the write up. Our knowledge about any dog that is not in a foster homes is limited. Once approved, our adoption coordinators will work with you to match you with the right dog.

Q: Can I meet a specific dog?

A: We’re sorry, but you must be an approved adopter to meet our dogs. Pre-pandemic, dogs could be met at adoption days, but you still had to be approved to adopt from an adoption day.

Q: How can I adopt a specific dog?

A: You must submit an adoption application and be approved to adopt. You can do that under Adopt – you can also learn about the adoption process there.. It will take about two weeks for an adoption coordinator to get in touch with you. Please keep in mind that dogs that are available now may be adopted in the meantime. But we are always getting new dogs. You can see them on our website.

Q: Can I add another dog to the list on my application?

A: We don’t hold you to the dogs you listed on your application. It gives us an idea of what you are looking for. Plus it will let us know if someone is interested in one of our special needs / hard to place dogs.

Q: I indicated that I was interested in a specific dog on my application, but I see that s/he has been adopted. What happened?

A: We do not hold dogs. Applicants in the queue before you are being approved and may adopt the dog you are interested in before you are approved. But we are always getting new dogs in and your adoption coordinator will help you find the perfect match.

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