11/07/2026
🐾❤️ ONE YEAR IN FOSTER CARE — LET'S FIND JENNIE HER FOREVER HOME! ❤️🐾
It's hard to believe that our sweet Jennifer, affectionately known as Jennie, has been in foster care for an entire year!
Jennie is approximately 7 years old, and over the past year, her foster family has watched her make incredible progress. She's learned to enjoy the simple things in life, like playing with her stuffed animals, chewing on her favorite bones and antlers, playing fetch, and going for walks.
Jennie is an incredibly intelligent, loyal, and affectionate girl who forms strong bonds with the people she trusts. She's what we like to call a "Velcro dog" because once she loves you, she wants to be by your side as much as possible! ❤️
She's potty trained, walks beautifully on a leash, and knows several commands, including sit, wait, and go lay down.
Jennie has also developed a wonderful friendship with her foster family's dog, Eddie. The two have become best friends, and it's been heartwarming to watch their relationship grow.
So, what would Jennie's ideal forever home look like? 🏡
🐾 A Calm, Quiet Environment: Jennie would thrive in a calmer household with a predictable routine. A home without small children would be best for her.
🐾 Someone Who Is Home Often: Jennie struggles with separation anxiety and currently takes medication to help manage it. She would do best with someone who is home more often than not and understands that she doesn't do well being left alone for extended periods.
🐾 No Crating: Jennie does not like being crated and has proven to be quite the escape artist! She would do best in a home where crating is not necessary.
🐾 Other Pets: Jennie does well with other dogs and prefers canine companions who are calmer and more laid-back. Her compatibility with cats is currently unknown.
🐾 Patience & Understanding: Jennie can be protective of her home and the people she loves. She is cautious around strangers and needs someone who will give her the time and space to build trust at her own pace.
Recently, Jennie spent several nights with one of our shelter volunteers while her foster was out of town. Although she was initially shy, she adjusted beautifully and quickly became comfortable in a new environment. This was a wonderful accomplishment and showed us just how far she's come!
Jennie has spent the past year learning how to be a dog, and now it's time for her to find a family of her very own. ❤️
We understand that Jennie may not be the right fit for every household, and that's okay. She doesn't need a busy home or a house full of people. She needs a calm, understanding family who will appreciate her loyalty, respect her boundaries, and give her the love and stability she deserves.
Her foster family has dedicated the past year to helping her become the dog she is today. While she is very loved in her foster home, we would love nothing more than to see Jennie find a permanent home where she can truly thrive.
❤️ Interested in meeting Jennie?
Please contact the Lake County Sheriff's Animal Control & Adoption Center at 219-769-7016 to learn more about her and arrange a meet and greet.
Even if you aren't able to adopt, sharing Jennie's story could help us reach the person she's been waiting for.
One year in foster care. One special girl. One forever home still waiting to be found. 🐾❤️
