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Foster Update 8/23/15: 

Pandora has been with my family since last week, and we are having a great time!  She just loves everyone!  On the very first day she was wandering around checking out my yard and she wandered out of sight, so I called her back, not really expecting her to come.  Well, she came racing back, bounding toward me at top speed.  What a wonderful sight, happiness in motion!  She has a very high energy, but she also REALLY wants to please you.  I’ve seen this with our work in getting her to stop jumping up on us.  Someone already taught her “sit,” so when she runs up to me I tell her to sit.  It’s such a struggle for her, because I can see on her face that she just wants to be close, and she feels like a coiled spring… but she sits in front of me, and as long as I am quick to reach down and pet and praise her, she won’t jump up.  It’s wonderful to see a dog like Pandora learn, because she’s smart, she’s got a lot of energy, and she’s REALLY eager to please. 

As far as handling her energy level, we’ve been trying different things so that a potential adopter can have a few options.  We’ve got another dog who she loves to run with—they can spend a lot of time chasing each other and wrestling in the yard, and really get it all out.  Also, I’ve taken her jogging a couple of times, and she’s been a pretty good running partner.  She runs when I do, and walks well on the leash when I slow down.  She does start to cross in front of me sometimes, but she’s little and responsive enough that a small tug keeps her in her spot beside me.  And finally, I’ve taken her for runs next to the bicycle.  She does very well running next to the bike, does not cross in front or get tangled up.  The only problem is when my brakes squeal, she gets scared and backs up.  But if I can get the breaks fixed, I think the bike will be a great way to wear her out!

If you are looking for a high energy dog who is smart, loyal, and eager to please come and meet Pandora!

08/18/2015 UPDATE:  Pandora was returned to the shelter from her foster because of her high energy.  She really needs a family that loves to go on walks and maybe even runs.  She is still a puppy so she needs the exercise.  A tired dog is a happy dog.   So if you love to exercise Pandora is the perfect dog for you....Let's get this beautiful dog a home 

Do you want to meet an amazing dog???   Pandora was owner surrendered because her owner has asthma.  She is very nervous at the shelter and would love to have her forever home.  She has many good qualities.  She is housetrained, likes other dogs and CATS.  She will jump on you at times  but that is only of happiness and being playful and boy does she love to be playful. Pandora is true to her breed and has a very high energy level so she will need an active family that does not leave her alone for to long during the day.  She is also crate trained. Her previous owner put down children over 3 years of age are good.  She walks well on a leash and loves to go for  walks.  She is not to keen on baths and she likes to dig.  Her favorite toys are squeaky toys.  Once you see her face in person you are guarenteed to fall in love..


According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, in developing the Terriers, we know today breeders crossed ancient Dachshunds, the English Hound, and later the Foxhound and Beagle. One of the oldest Terriers, the Fox Terrier was used in the 18th century to hunt foxes in England. Its job was to harass fox out of its hole. The dog would snap and growl and lunge at the hiding fox until it bolted. They were also very useful ratters. The Wire was bred for use in rough country, its coat being less vulnerable to damage than that of the Smooth Fox Terrier. Today, the Fox Terrier is primarily a companion dog. The Wirehaired and Smooth Fox Terriers are sometimes regarded as the same breed, although it has been separated in the United States since 1984. Some of the Fox Terrier's talents include: hunting, tracking, watchdogging, agility and performing tricks. The Wirehaired Fox Terrier is a bold and energetic Terrier. They are enthusiastically playful especially with children, but have been known to bite. They are affectionate with the family and do not hide their jealously. Cheerful and brave. They are ready to charge at all times. Scrappy and impulsive. This lovable dynamo is great at learning tricks. Amazing stories are told of the animal's loyalty and devotion. This dog enjoys being part of the family and will become destructive without enough exercise and attention. One of the most aggressive breeds, the Fox Terrier has a pronounced tendency to pick fights with other dogs, even large ones, and are not generally trustworthy with other pets. The Fox Terrier will also hunt and possibly kill other none K-9 animals, such as birds, if given the chance. Be careful, as the Fox Terrier has often bitten, and although they love to play, they should be watched with children. If the Fox Terrier is properly socialized and introduced they can get along just fine with other dogs in the family. Keep this breed properly leashed or in a completely enclosed area, because the Fox Terrier likes to go off and explore. Fox Terriers like to bark and make good watchdogs, although the high-pitched barking can be annoying and may cause problems with neighbors. They may be too boisterous for elderly owners. They are willful and need to be firmly obedience trained from an early age. Behavior problems may include dominance challenges, especially with meek owners; guarding objects, places and their own food from the owner, and excessive barking. They have a life expectancy of 15 years or more.