Sydney

Sydney is a loving, affectionate and clever little girl who adores cuddles and being close to her people. She enjoys walks, exploring outdoors and chasing squirrels. She is also very food-motivated, which is a great help with training, but is just as happy snuggling up beneath her blankets at home. Sydney has a history of IVDD, with suspected episodes affecting her thoracic spine in March 2025 and lumbar spine in September 2026. She recovered well from her first episode without surgery but is currently recovering from her latest flare-up with medication, rest and short lead walks. She will need an adopter who understands her condition and can manage her ongoing veterinary care. She also has a sensitive stomach, which is managed with a suitable diet and supplements. Sydney struggles with separation anxiety and can currently manage only around 5–10 minutes alone outside the home. Despite extensive training and medication, her progress has been affected by her recent back problems. She ne...