'Golden girl' up for adoption at Ohio dog shelter

Posted: May 11, 2023 / 08:30 AM EDT

Updated: May 11, 2023 / 07:43 AM EDT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Sincere, a dog at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center, is looking for a loving home to live out her golden years.

Because of the 10-year-old pit bull mix’s gentle nature, Animal Care Manager Hannah Henschen calls her a “golden girl.”

“She is a sweet, sweet senior dog,” Henschen said. “She’s looking for just a couch to lay on, or some dog beds, just to hang out.”

Sincere is also deaf, but that doesn’t stop her from being an attentive and loving dog. Henschen said the shelter has taught her hand signals, which she responds to in place of spoken commands.

“She’s very treat-motivated. … She does know sit and shake, and sometimes down,” Henschen said.

The pit bull mix also enjoys going for walks, and Henschen added that she strolls along well on her leash without tugging. When she’s outside, she loves to explore with her nose.

“You go in a room, she sniffs every corner, every crevice,” Henschen said. “Outside, she wants to stop and smell all the flowers. She wants to sniff everywhere she can, so even though she can’t hear, she definitely can use her nose very well.”

Sincere could be in a home with kids or other dogs, but Henschen recommended it only if they can respect her space and age since she will want to relax more than be playful.

Sincere is available for meet-and-greets at the Franklin County Dog Shelter, located at 4340 Tamarack Blvd. in Columbus. Henschen added she’s also eligible to foster and could stay in a home while she waits for permanent adoption.

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