Dillon

Pet's Name: Dillon

Dog: Primary Breed: English Pointer

Primary Breed (if not in list): Bird dog or possibly hound mix

Birthdate, estimate is okay: October 2021

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Pittsburg KS animal control

Gender: Male

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 49

Primary Color: Red/Golden/Orange

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: He likes wrestling play action woth other dogs

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, stay, lay down, leave it, load up

Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?: No, he never has bitten anyone but he raises his hackles easily. The dog trainer said he's a sensitive dog and just give him fifteen minutes to meet new dogs or people. I call him my cat, because his hackles raise up like a scared kitty cat does!

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He sleeps the day away while I am at work, he is used to be free roaming inside the House

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Sometimes the neighbors shoot guns, the noise makes him tremble. The fog trainer said to be a strong lead and don't console him, just keep repeating calmly yo go lay down next to me

Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: He gets let out into the fenced backyard for potty breaks. He gets fed dry quality kibble morning and night

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: No

Personality:

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He's very loyal, his favorite thing is laying on a dogned or at your feet while we watch tv. Second favorite is kneecap bones to chew on, they are mainly cartilage, so he likes to gnaw

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: He needs to be indoors, be a leader to him. You don't let two year old kids run around without guidelines, dogs are no different

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Dillon raises his hackles at new situations, new people or dogs, it's just a false alarm because he settles right down after 5-15 minutes. I know we all grew up saying hackles raised up means a defensive dog, but like the fog trainer said, Dillon is a sensitive dog that reacts that wsy

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Too Many Pets

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): I'm part of a rescue called SEK Animal Advocates. I've had Dillon since October 6th, 2023. If Dillon stays here at my house as my foster, I can't go help another dog in need...it's definitely a bottleneck that zi have had him so long

If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :

How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes

Who is your veterinarian?: Mesa Animal Clinic

What do you feed your pet?: Diamond maintenance

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

City, State: Pittsburg Kansas

Zip Code: 66762

Service Level: Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose