Rowan is an almost 6 year old Australian Shepherd, who is infatuated with Chuck-It balls and playing fetch. Excellent leash walker, understands commands: heel, place, wait, sit, down, off, out, go, no, leave it, and others. Rowan has developed anxiety and due to an impending move and his history of nipping and breaking skin, he cannot move with me. He is trainable and not without his good traits! He is intelligent and funny and in the right circumstances and with the right on-going work, could be an even more amazing dog. While he does not enjoy meeting and greeting dogs or people one on one, he is great out on walks. Give him a ‘heel’ command and a ‘leave it’ if he gets distracted and all is well. Rowan deserves a chance to thrive in ways that I cannot provide and the right person with knowledge and patience will make him as happy as he deserves to be.
Pet's Name:
Rowan
Dog: Primary Breed:
Australian Shepherd Dog
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
January 12 2019
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
local breeder
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
46
Primary Color:
Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Playing fetch, walks, being a lazy bum....
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Come, sit, down, off, heel, leave it, out, go...and others
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?:
Yes...he has nipped/snapped at people, broken skin twice. He was in new or unusual circumstances and that is how he reacted. He has never bitten another dog, only growled/rumbled when meeting them. I had another dog and he never had any issues with her: no food, toy, bed, etc aggression. They were great together but she has since passed away.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
if not in his crate, he might bark at windows. does not cause damage. he does not mind being in his crate, he walks in voluntarily.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
meeting new people and dogs inside. he ignores others when on walks, but if we stop and chat or meet & greet, he gets anxious.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
he is used to being fed twice a day, 12 hours apart, fetch and walks in evening
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?:
very mild allergies, vet recommended Benadryl to manage
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?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?:
Neutral: Doesn't mind cats but doesn't interact much with them.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
His intelligence, goofiness, and playfulness....he's very funny
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Working on his issues, teaching him new skills to improve his life/behavior
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
No other dogs, at least at first, or introduced with care. He has never been around children, so that is an unknown.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Moving
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
I am in the middle of major life changes / challenges: selling home, moving into a residence and he cannot go with me there or, ultimately, overseas
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?:
Ferry Farm Animal Clinic, Fredericksburg, VA
What do you feed your pet?:
Purina One Plus Healthy Weight
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Zip Code:
22405
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Priority Service: Fast-Track with Maximum Exposure