I'm ready for my new family!

House trained: Yes

Energy level: Medium

Noise level: Barks occasionally 

My foster guardian says: “My favorite thing about Vela is how hard she tries to be a lap dog! ”

Likes: Hikes, riding in the car, snuggling 

Hi, I’m Vela (rhymes with Shelia)! 

I’m a super happy, playful girl who absolutely loves her people.  Seriously, if you look up loyal in the dictionary, I’ll be there.  Well, okay, not actually.  But I could be! 

I am excellent with people and enjoy human attention.  I have demonstrated appropriate behavior in professionally managed dog playgroups and do go to daycare a few days a week, but benefit from clear structure and boundaries around other dogs. A home as an only dog is ideal and supervised dog interactions are best. Dog parks are not a great fit for me. 

I’m crate and potty trained, and good about staying home alone if it isn’t a daycare day.  I love snacks and toys, and as queen of the house, I believe that I should have as many of both as I want! I’m sure my future subjects…er, family, will agree. 

I’m a smart cookie, and I’ve already learned a bunch of new tricks since coming to D.C. I know ‘sit’, ‘stay’, ‘off’, and ‘leave it’.   I’d like to learn a lot more tricks with my new forever family, so get your treats ready! 

If you’re looking for a spunky cuddlebug who will keep the couch warm while you’re at work, and greet you with all the joy in the world when you’re back, look no further! For real-a, you need a Vela!