Portia

My story

Portia is an 8-year-old Terrier mix who came to us from a shelter as a stray. Her coat is shiny black with some gold and white highlights around her face. She has been given a short haircut prior to her arrival at the rescue but it seems that it might grow in and require grooming in the future. She is a spayed female who is up to date on vaccines and has a clean bill of health. She currently weighs about 20 pounds and is on a weight loss journey. Portia loves to walk and has lots of pep in her step, so it won’t be long til she’s in perfect shape. She’s eating senior kibble with a bit of wet food twice a day. She is good with other dogs and respectful with cats. She does well with meeting other people and would be fine with children over 10. She does not have any guarding issues around food or toys and has shown no aggression at all to people or animals. She is learning not to bark along the fence with our neighbour dogs but easily corrects. She is housetrained and will go out in the backyard, on a pee pad by the door or on leash. She had a long journey in a crate on her way to her foster home with no issues but is not currently using a crate in the foster home. She can be left for several hours alone in the home with no barking or other problems. She walks well on the leash and is happy to go for walks a couple of times a day. She can go up and down stairs easily. She knows “sit” and will also “sit pretty” for a treat. She likes being close to people and enjoys sitting on the chair with her foster mom. She sleeps on the people bed at night and on the floor during the day. She needs human assistance to get up on furniture. Portia is a quiet but confident dog who would do well in an apartment or house. She would be fine to live with another dog, compatible cat or as the only pet. Portia has lots of cuddles to give and will be a loving companion to her new family.May 6, 2025, 7:00 pm

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