Kody

Pet's Name: Kody

Dog: Primary Breed: Shiba Inu

Birthdate, estimate is okay: October 7, 2009

Age Category: Senior

Where did you get your pet?: Good friend

Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 2016

Gender: Male

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 38

Primary Color: Black

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Slow walk outside; sleeping, sometimes has burst of energy to fetch once or twice.

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: He’s smart so he knows many, but stubborn so doesn’t really obey

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?: Never has even attempted to bite

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Very well

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Yes. Thunderstorms. As Kody ages, if we have not let him out to pee, he will find a remote place on a rug to do that. So knowing the weather, and getting Kody outside before a thunderstorm remedies that. Also, A loud sound machine and light turned on helps greatly during a storm. Kody does not like to be put in a crate. Especially during a thunderstorm.

Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Yes, he has only had 1 brand of dog food, and no people food ever. Arthritis is drastically diminished with this food. Kody must stay on this same nutrition path. Kody is fed 1/2 cup of his food, 2 times a day-aprox 10am and 5pm with a 1/4 cup snack around 8pm. He gets let out before and after he eats beginning at 10-11am, and about 5 times a day Kody is taken for a short walk for bathroom needs, with the last time around 8pm.

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:

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?: Adorable, still looks 1/2 his age; does not drool, bark, lick, or jump on anyone.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: No other pets. One who can let Kody out at least 3x/day. Able to feed Kody the same food he’s had. Pet Kody and love him. He is a runner, so needs to be on a leash, or fenced.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He’s quirky, but low maintenance. Kody is more like a cat. He likes to be near his owner, but he’s content to be alone.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Schedule, No Time

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Our daughter took in Kody when our kids were young. Now, they are all older and out of the home. We can no longer properly care for Kody.

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?: Two weeks

Who is your veterinarian?: Tractor supply vets

What do you feed your pet?: 4health Mature Adult formula, food for adult dogs 7+ years of age. With real lamb, probiotics, and antioxidants. Buy at Tractor Supply.

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

City, State: Milford, MI

Zip Code: 48380

How did you hear about us?: Google Search

Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service