Alana

Meet Alana

Female DOB: May 29, 2025 Weight: 25 pounds currently (medium small) Breed: Dutch Shepherd Terrier mix Spayed (Fixed) Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready

Personality, Breed Info & Expectations

Alana is a sweet, loving young dog with a gentle personality and affectionate nature. At approximately 1 year old, she has moved beyond the demanding puppy stage but still has plenty of youthful energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm for life.

She enjoys spending time with her people and thrives on companionship and affection. Alana is the type of dog who enjoys being part of the family, whether that's relaxing at home, joining you for walks, or simply being nearby throughout the day.

As a Terrier mix, Alaana may show traits such as:

Intelligence and eagerness to learn

Loyal and affectionate companionship

Playful but manageable energy

Curiosity and engagement with her surroundings

Strong bonds with her family

Terrier mixes are often adaptable, loving companions who thrive with structure, interaction, and positive reinforcement.

Alana would thrive in a home prepared for:

Daily exercise and walks

Continued training and guidance

Mental stimulation and enrichment

Structure, consistency, and routine

A lifelong commitment to her physical and emotional well-being

She would make a wonderful companion for a family looking for a loving dog with a sweet disposition and loyal heart.

Training, Adjustment & What to Expect

Many rescue dogs come from uncertain beginnings and may not have had structure, socialization, or training before arriving at rescue.

Because of this, most rescue dogs arrive with only basic training at best, and some may have had no formal training at all. Even friendly and well-adjusted dogs benefit from continued guidance, consistency, and positive reinforcement after adoption.

The rescue environment itself also does not always allow for extensive one-on-one training. While we work hard to provide safety, structure, socialization, and basic guidance, adopters should expect to continue training and support after adoption.

Alaana will benefit from:

Positive reinforcement training

Daily structure and routine

Continued socialization and exposure

Exercise and mental stimulation

Patience, consistency, and supervision

Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule:

3 days to decompress

3 weeks to learn your routine

3 months to fully feel at home

With patience, guidance, and commitment, rescue dogs like Alaana blossom into deeply loyal lifelong companions.

Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care

Owning a dog is a lifelong commitment that includes training, daily exercise, companionship, routine veterinary care, financial responsibility, and emotional commitment throughout every stage of life.

Alaana will need:

Daily walks, exercise, and interaction

Continued training and guidance

Routine veterinary care and wellness exams

Preventative care including flea, tick, and heartworm prevention

Proper nutrition and weight management

Mental stimulation and enrichment

A safe, stable, indoor living environment

Consistent veterinary care, emotional stability, proper nutrition, and daily companionship are all essential to helping Alaana thrive in her future home.

Alaana is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside.

Adoption Information

If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting:

https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions

Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle.

You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve.

We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved.

Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest.

We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.