Gio Fund is a section 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal welfare fundraising organization serving the greater Wilmington, North Carolina area. Incorporated in Morris County, New Jersey in March 2011, our founders and volunteers are dedicated to raising the much needed funds to help at risk dogs receive shelter, food and medical care.

Friday, September 24, 2021

Keema Needs A Home

 











Name - Keema

Primary breed - Pitbull Mix

Secondary breed - Unknown

Mixed Breed - Yes

Gender - Female   

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 5 Years DOB 7/72016

Weight - 45

House-trained? Yes

Crate-trained? Yes

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children?  Unknown

Reaction to new people - Cautious, Friendly, Protective

Activity level: slightly active

Likes to vocalize: Quiet - only barks when new people are in the house

Obedience training:  Well trained

Does the dog know any commands? Sit, lay down, roll over, go home, go to the cage

Can jump fences?  Unknown

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: Walks well on leash, does well in car, lap pet, protective when strangers are in the house, obedient, playful, affectionate, independent, even tempered, gentle, special diet - has a history of skin irritation - Purina sensitive skin and stomach dog food seems to be working well

Dog has the following compatibility qualities: Older considerate children only, Good for seniors / elderly, appropriate for apartment, appropriate for first time dog owner, does not chew on furniture - behaves well out of the crate when left at home alone.  She loves to lay in bed and show affection towards people.  She is protective of family.  

She was attacked by a small dog early in life so this may be why she is a bit fearful around small children and small dogs.

HW status negative

She is scheduled to be sent to Morris County, New Jersey on October 1st.  She will arrive on October 2nd.