Paprika

My story

Paprika is a bright and curious pup enrolled in our Shelter Scholars program, where she's working on building confidence and practicing calm behaviors to manage her on-leash reactivity. With the help of structured enrichment, positive reinforcement training, and stress-reducing activities, Paprika is learning how to stay focused and relaxed when encountering other dogs or distractions on walks. She's making wonderful progress in redirecting her attention and improving her leash manners.The Borough Breaker writes:Paprika seems to be a staff favorite, and I get it. She was such a happy girl, always wagging her tail and wanting cuddles. She deserves a home where she can be spoiled with affection and all the toysWhat my friends at ACC say about me:My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet!It is unknown if I have ever lived with other animals or children.I would do best in a home with only adult humans.I'm sensitive and shy. I'll need extra help from you.I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe.A volunteer writes: When I first meet cute little Paprika, she was a bit shy and nervous; but I took a slow, patient approach, and I saw her blossom into a new cuddle-buddy. She knows me pretty well at this point, and even before I finish saying her name as I greet her, she's already wiggling and waggling into me. One of her favorite things is crawling into one of our laps (she's not picky - as long as she feels safe and comfortable, any lap will do) and snuggling into our arms, lazily hanging out there while taking in all the sights. Sweet Paprika also loves toys; and watching her carry her new plush duckie onto her bed and curl up with it just warms my heart; and hearing its squeak-squeak-squeaking fill the room is like music to my ears. We don't know Paprika's history with other dogs, but when we introduced her to a dog on two separate occasions (one male, one female), she was uncomfortable and aloof with both of them. This sweet little mush-ball will definitely melt your heart! You can meet her at our Queens shelter, where's she patiently awaiting her fur-ever home.My #BoroughBreak Buddy Writes: Paprika is so incredibly affectionate and kind - she radiates the most loving vibes, which is such a testament to her resiliency, adaptability, and training. She has been a member of QACC's Shelter Scholar program and clearly grown immeasurably since her intake in November. She is an absolute gem and whoever is privileged enough to take her home will understand why the moment they meet her - definition of Soul Dog. Primary Color: Tan Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 62 Age: 4yrs 6mths 1wks

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Paprika, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.