Meet Missy!  Missy is a super sweet senior lady.  She came to HDDCR after her elderly owner died.  Her first week she was quite subdued and withdrawn, likely grieving the loss of her former owner and all the sudden changes she experienced.  But now her true personality is coming out and she is a happy-go-lucky laid back little girl that loves to eat!  Her plump belly is proof she doesn’t miss any meals.  She eats her food like a lady and takes treats gently.  She is often the first one to greet visitors to the home.  Missy resides with several other dogs in the foster home and gets along with them all, although she doesn’t care much for routy dogs.  She generally doesn't like to be outside long, but on nice days she likes to hang out with her foster mom as she does outdoor clean-up.  Missy is housebroken and usually looks at you or stands by the door to let you know she wants to go out.  She has no trouble letting your know she wants in as she scratches on the door until you open it.  She is crated trained and sleeps through the night without incident.

Missy is dealing with a skin issue right now as a result of allergies and lack of proper care.  Her fur is sparse on her ears, back, and around her eyes.  She looks a little rough right now because of it, but is on an antibiotic to address any secondary infection that may be contributing to the hair loss.  Even so, the patchiness of her coat hasn’t affected her happy self and her tail wags like crazy and she has a spring in her step as she becomes more comfortable with her people and surroundings. She is definitely people oriented.    

Missy is a delightful dog that will bring a smile to anyone having a gloomy day.  She is will suited to many family situations, but would not do well in a home with young children or cats [it is reported she does not like cats].   Missy would do best in an all-adult home and with someone who is home throughout the day or can come home during the day to give her a potty break and some cuddle time.   Currently, due to her skin issue, she requires weekly baths; and because of her breed she will require regular grooming.   She would also enjoy a canine companion of similar age and personality.

Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue microchips all dogs and cats before adoption. Microchips are implanted between the shoulder blades and are another form of identification should the animal get lost. The microchips are registered to  Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue. The adopter's information is added once the adoption is complete. The adopter is responsible for $19.99 fee to change information. Dogs and Cats still need to have collar with tags should they get lost.