Seeking Loving Home for Sweet & Licky Terrier Mix
Apollo is a sweet 10 year old terrier mix. Despite his age, he still acts like a puppy with lots of life left in him. He can be a bit stubborn sometimes and we sometimes think he has “selective hearing”. But once he trusts / bonds with you, he will hang on to your every word and follow you everywhere. He is an “escape artist” so when left outside, he will need to be on a leash or be in an area with fences. He has always come back every time he has gotten out. Apollo loves to involve himself in any possible situation and he is very good at keeping tabs on everything that goes on in the house. When he is not on “guard”, he likes to play with his toys and take lots of naps. When he goes to the dog park, he loves to sniff and pee on everything possible. The decision to rehome him, due to my mom not being able to care for him properly, has not been made lightly because he has been a wonderful addition to our family for 10 years. He was many more years of living to do and we hope the right family can give that to him.
Pet's Name:
Apollo
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Terrier
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
April 2014
Age Category:
Senior
Where did you get your pet?:
San Diego Humane Society
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
July 2014
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
18
Primary Color:
Cream
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Loves cuddling and the dog park. He doesnt play with toys too much but when he does he prefers ones with stuffing
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Quiet, Come Here, Down
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?:
One time only. He was sitting with my mom in the front patio when a maintenance worker, who was scheduled to come to the house, came through the front gate. My mom is blind and Apollo can be protective of her. Even though the situation wasnt not great, we think Apollo felt the need to protect her from the “threat” even though there wasnt one. The bite did not break skin. This is the only time this has happened
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Initially when he is left alone, he will bark because he is upset that he isn’t coming with you but after a short period, he will settle down and sleep
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Yelling or raised voices can trigger his stress
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
No particular routine. He settles better if he gets fed and walked the same time everyday
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
He does have a minor heart murmur but the vet has said its not very serious and just needs to be monitored
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Neutral: Doesn't mind other dogs but doesn't seek them out.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He is very nurturing. He will lick you for an hour straight if you let him. If you are having a bad day, he will cuddle up right next to you until you start to feel better
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
That he gets lots of attention and love and isnt left alone for long periods of time everyday
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He can bark alot if he is feeling stressed or left out of something. At his core he is an incredibly sweet and gently dog. The stress of his living situation the past year has generated some unfavorable behavioral issues but they can definitely be corrected in the right home environment
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Parent Illness
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
My mom (Apollo’s owner) has advance glaucoma and has gone completely blind this year. The stress of her new reality is sometimes unfairly projected onto Apollo and he should be in home offers a calmer environment and all he basic needs are met
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Two weeks
Who is your veterinarian?:
Kearny Mesa Vet Clinic
What do you feed your pet?:
Mixture of homemade dog food and canned food
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
Yes
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Las Vegas, NV
Zip Code:
89052
How did you hear about us?:
Other Social Media
Service Level:
Priority Service: Fast-Track with Maximum Exposure