Rusty

Zoomy Boy waiting for Bigger Home

Rusty is a really sweet dog it is hard to give him up. We work a lot and do not have enough time to give him all of the exercise he needs. He is housetrained, knows basic commands, LOVES to play, is an insect hunter, and is a really fast runner. No dog loves to play or Zoom more!

Pet's Name: Rusty
Dog: Primary Breed: Black Mouth Cur
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 04/2023
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Adoption Center, Ventura County
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 09/2023
Gender: Male
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 55
Primary Color: Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: ZOOMIES outside. Eating. “Indestructible” toys
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, stay, down, wait (food), heel, ring bell for potty, good boy crate (bedtime)
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?: We began training after began pulling on the leash. Trainer said it was a result of behaviors at the dog park
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Lays in large crate for hours, sleeping
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Doorbell. A little afraid of screen doors slamming. Wants to play with other dogs
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Fed in AM and Evening (~4:30 PM). Bed time around 7:30-8:30. Walk in late morning
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?: No health issues. Very healthy (young)
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?: Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
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 LOVES to play and exercise zoomies.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Need to give him adequate exercise, good sized yard, and continue his leash and manners training.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He responds well to correction, very food motivated. He gets excited on the leash seeing other dogs because he wants to play like he’s at the dog park. Shock collar and leash on inside are helpful when reinforcing training
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Schedule, No Time
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): We do not have time to take him outside. We live in a townhome and he outgrew us way too fast. We work a lot of hours and feel horribly at him laying around all day.
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?: One month
Who is your veterinarian?: Animal Hospital of Thousand Oaks
What do you feed your pet?: Salmon-based kibble from Costco
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Simi Valley, CA
Zip Code: 93065
How did you hear about us?: Facebook
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