HOPE - 5 MO. OLD CAIRN LASS FOR EXPERIENCED TERRIER OWNER Cairn Terrier St. Charles, IL

This 13-lb. spitfire was surrendered to our rescue group today by an elderly couple who found her too energetic for their sedate lifestyle.

Hope is adorable and affectionate but has never had any training and needs to learn manners. This is not a dog for a first-time dog owner. Hope's ideal owner would have terrier experience and be committed to formal obedience training and providing a structured environment. This young lady is eager to learn and would be the perfect candidate for canine performance sports such as agility, barn hunt, earth dog or flyball. A work from home dog parent who wants to make a little terrier an integral part of family life could be a great candidate. Younger, active retirees looking for a good hiking companion might also be a good match. And we will also consider families with older children where the entire family would be involved in dog training.

Hope generally appears to enjoy the company of other small dogs (watch the accompanying video). To the best of our knowledge she has not had exposure to cats and we would not recommend her going to a home with a feline.

Hope had a full examination today and is in excellent health. She will be spayed in early December and then she will be ready for her forever home. We are now accepting applications at:

https://cairnrescueusa.com/adoption-application/

Out-Of-State applications are always considered, but once approved, the new family must travel to the foster home in St. Charles Illinois to finalize the adoption. No exceptions.