This is part of the “Pet of the Month” feature in partnership with the Newberg Animal Shelter. The goal is to shine a light on some of the shelter’s longest tenured residents with the hopes of them finding their forever homes. To learn more, visit the Newberg Animal Shelter website.
Bailey, a Basenji mix who has waited more than 200 days for adoption at the Newberg Animal Shelter, is the shelter’s Pet of the Month for November, according to the shelter.
Bailey first arrived at the shelter in April. She was adopted briefly this summer but returned after apartment living proved not to be the right fit, the shelter said.
Shelter staff estimate Bailey is about 1 1/2 years old. The shelter described her as energetic and intelligent and said she enjoys playing with balls and frisbees, exploring, and learning. When she gets excited, she hops around on her back legs.
The shelter recommends a home where Bailey would be the only pet, with a secure, fully fenced yard where she can run and play. Staff said she has shown some promise with certain dogs at the shelter but is selective and reactive toward most dogs. Her strong prey drive also makes a home with cats a poor fit.
Bailey needs ongoing training, structure, and consistency, according to the shelter’s online profile. When she becomes overly excited or is uncomfortable with handling around her neck, such as when a collar or harness is put on, she may respond by using her mouth. The shelter said she would benefit from a patient adopter who uses positive reinforcement and helps her build confidence.
The shelter is open to a foster-to-adopt arrangement for the right home, which would give Bailey and a prospective family time to determine whether the match works.
Bailey is available for adoption at the Newberg Animal Shelter, 1591 S. Sandoz Road. More information is available at newberganimals.com.
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