Delilah

Meet Delilah!

Age: 1-2 years

Color: Black & Rust

Ears/Tail: Flopped/Docked

Intake Source: Shelter

Dogs: Great playmate with slow introud

Cats: Not a cat gal!

Crate Trained: Yes

Potty Trained: Yes

HW: Negative

Velcro Meter (1-5): 5

Activity Meter (1-5): 4

Cuddle Meter (1-5): 5

Delilah is a fun-loving, goofy, and incredibly sweet 2-year-old girl who’s ready to find her perfect match! She’s the ultimate Velcro dog—once she knows you’re her person, she’ll stick by your side through thick and thin. Whether she’s playing fetch, trotting along on a walk, or curling up for snuggles, she’s happiest when she’s with her people.

This girl is bursting with energy and enthusiasm for life! She thrives on activity and would love a home that can keep up with her playful spirit. Right now, she enjoys long daily walks (about three miles!), plus a midday game of fetch, which she takes very seriously. A fenced-in yard would be a dream come true for her zoomies and playtime.

Delilah is smart as a whip—she already knows sit, down, come, and shake/paw, and she’s eager to keep learning! She’s crate-trained and sleeps peacefully through the night. She’s also house-trained, though she sometimes gets so excited to see her favorite people that she has a little happy accident (oops!).

She’s come a long way since arriving in foster care and is growing more confident every day! While she was initially nervous around new dogs, loud noises, and unfamiliar situations, Delilah has made great progress. With slow, thoughtful introductions, she can now enjoy playtime with a compatible canine sibling. That said, she still prefers a calm, patient environment and would do best with an experienced owner who can continue helping her build confidence. Due to her big personality and prey drive, she may still thrive as the only pet—but she’s showing us that, with the right match, she can happily share her world.

One of Delilah’s biggest joys in life? TOYS! She carries her Chuck-it ball around like a prized possession, loves a good rope toy (with supervision), and is always happy to have something to chew on. As much as she loves to play, she’s also discovering how wonderful snuggle time can be. She’s gone from independent to affectionate in just a short time, and we know she’ll only continue blossoming in the right home.

A Special Note About Delilah’s Care

Delilah has some joint abnormalities in her back legs and is scheduled to see the orthopedic specialists at NC State on July 31 to determine if she’ll need any further veterinary care. She’s absolutely adoptable before her appointment, and the visit will be kept for her by the rescue. Don’t worry—Delilah doesn’t let anything slow her down! She’s always ready for her next adventure and lives life to the fullest.

Delilah is looking for an experienced, patient adopter who will give her the structure, love, and time she needs to shine. If you’re ready for an adventure buddy, a snuggle bug, and a pup who will adore you with her whole heart, Delilah just might be your perfect match!

*As a 100% volunteer-based organization, we request a $25 application fee to ensure that potential adopters are committed to the adoption process.

For more information or to begin the adoption process, please visit: https://www.dogwooddobermanrescue.org/adoption-process

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