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Minx is an owner relinquishment. Her owner's living arrangements have unfortunately changed and she couldn't take Minx. Sweet Minx is very heavy at 135 lbs. She's been vetted and has been moved to a foster. The foster's biggest challenge is to help her lose the necessary weight slowly. Minx does get along with the resident dog, and her foster has gotten a ramp so Minx can navigate their stairs. Stay tuned to follow Minx's progress. 

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Foster Update: 4/25/24

Minx is a very smart girl who absolutely adores people. She loves attention when people come over and she can get a bit excited, however she calms quickly and is a Velcro dog to new guests. While she has been in foster care there have been quite a few dogs visiting ranging in age from one to eight and she has accepted them all. She isn’t a dog that wants to play, but she watches the chaos and will appropriately use her body language to calm the rambunctious pups, or she’ll go find a quiet place away from the commotion to nap. She would be fine as an only or have doggie siblings. 

Minx has made great strides in her foster home. She is crate trained, but also has been fine having free roam of the house while her foster is away. She is potty trained and will walk to the door to let you know she wants to go out.  She is learning how to walk on a leash. She is still a bit skittish and pulls, but each day she is getting more confident. A short time ago she was afraid to step out the door on a leash but now she tentatively goes around the block. She is always on guard duty and when you are home, she will bark if a car or person passes by, however, she is learning to remain calm and with a few pets she will quiet. If the curtains are closed, she is less likely to bark. She does not bark when her foster mom is away. Minx is a couch potato and likes to just chill on it most days. She also likes to lay in the fenced in yard on cool days and feel the breeze in her fur. Minx is a loving a loyal dog that is looking for a loyal human to care for her. She is a true companion dog and will provide comfort by her mere presence in your home.

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Foster Update: 4/3/24

Statistically New Year's resolutions rarely stick, but with the right weight-loss program and realistic goals, Minx is staying the course. She came into GRIN at 139lbs and at her last weigh in she was 107lbs! While that's great news her 2024 has not been blessed with health and happiness and she ran into some bad luck. As she began to lose weight, a lump was found and it was confirmed to be a mast cell tumor. She underwent a surgery at the end of February to have the tumor removed and clear margins were obtained. Unfortunately, Minx's surgical site opened and she needed a surgical repair in the beginning of March. She also developed some infections. Minx has been an incredible patient. She took all her medications, always has a smile on her face despite everything she's been through & her foster mom is happy to report she appears to be on the mend. At the end of March all her stiches were removed, she has no more drains, or bandages and she just wears a t-shirt to keep the area clean. Minx is a very, very smart dog. She got a new puzzle toy and she solved it immediately.  She sits on cue and will give you a paw when prompted. Minx will bark at the front window if people or cars are outside, but her foster is continuing to work on this behavior and she is seeing improvements. Minx also loves to snatch shoes and hand towels but she's very playful about it and will accept a trade. All foster dogs have their little idiosyncrasies and when Minx snatches something she bats her eyes at you and her playful look melts your heart and makes you smile. Her foster believes some of her mischievous behavior is because she is on restricted activity while she's recovering from surgery and that can be boring. Her foster mom can't wait for her to get the go ahead to go on walks, play in the yard, and shed those last few pounds running in the grass under the sun. 

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Foster Update: 1/30/24

This girl is eight years young with such a sweet disposition!   She has been on a weight loss journey while in her foster home.  Minx started out at 135 pounds and is now down to 113 pounds eating a kibble and green bean diet. She does still enjoy her treats though!   Minx loves attention and being petted and brushed. She enjoys being in her crate and is completely house trained.  Minx does well on a leash and would benefit from more activity.  She may prefer to be an only, but she does get along with all the other dogs that she has met while being in foster care.  She enjoys being around children and meeting new people.  With the weight loss has come more agility.  She now navigates stairs more easily and enjoys romping around the back yard.  Minx still has some fear about getting into the car, but once there rides very well.

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Foster Update: 10/12/23

Minx is doing well in her foster home.  She is finally able to go up and down the couple of steps to get in and outside.  Getting up off of the floor is getting easier for her as well. Minx comes out of her crate in the morning to say hello the everyone, but she does seem to find it a safe haven. She & the resident dog are getting along well, some tail wags and sniffs between the two of them.  Minx does not to have much of an appetite and is only eating 1 meal a day, which is dog food mixed with the green beans.  She is getting more comfortable with her foster family, becoming more curious and courageous each day.

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