Meet Annie! This newly six year old large mixed breed is seventy pounds of pure love. She was a transfer in from the Mendocino County shelter and is stressed out from being in the shelter environment. Annie is a well behaved dog who knows basic commands and has total recall ,this makes her perfect for staying by your side all day. She will need to live in a home with a good fence because she could potentially escape easily. Annie would do best in a home where she can be given lots of love and feelings of security. Because of her age, Annie has a chronic eye issue and dental disease that will need further vet care after adopting. Anne is one of our sweetest dogs and would love to be adopted into your family, come on down and meet her!
Annie available for adoption at MCHS
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Mixed Breed (Large)
Female,
70.0 lbs
6 years, 2 months
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Cleared by Vet Clare
All animals receive medical care from our vet, Dr Clare Bartholomew. Animals are spay or neutered as necessary, in order to help reduce pet over population. This a full exam, vaccinations, flea and tick control and a microchip.
- Spayed or Neutered
- Vaccinated
- Flea & Tick Control
- Microchipped
Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years and are now considered to be man’s best friend. However, the origins of domesticated dogs are not entirely clear and there are several theories about how they came to be domesticated.
One theory is that dogs were originally domesticated by early humans for their hunting abilities. Wolves, which are the ancestors of modern dogs, were likely attracted to the camps of early humans because of the abundance of food. As the wolves became more accustomed to human presence, they may have been domesticated and trained to assist in hunting.
Another theory is that dogs were domesticated for their ability to protect early human settlements. Wolves are naturally territorial animals and may have been tamed by early humans to serve as guard dogs for their camps and homes.
There is also evidence to suggest that dogs were domesticated for their companionship. Early humans may have formed close bonds with wolves, eventually leading to the domestication of the animals.
Regardless of the exact reason for their domestication, it is clear that dogs have played a crucial role in human society for thousands of years. They have been used for a variety of purposes, including hunting, protection, and companionship. Today, dogs are kept as pets in nearly every corner of the world and are beloved by people of all ages.
In conclusion, the origins of domesticated dogs are not entirely clear, but it is likely that they were domesticated for their hunting abilities, protective nature, and companionship. Today, dogs continue to play a vital role in human society and are an important part of many people’s lives.
Coming soon: common behaviors explained.
Most of our dogs receive Diamond Naturals Dog Food (dry) and Blue Buffalo (wet).
Coming soon: Information about common vaccinations medications, treatments and conditions.
