Indie is a 4.4yo Catahoula mix who was adopted at 6 months old. He is a highly intelligent, treat motivated, affectionate, high energy boy who has been well loved and cared for his whole life. We are seeking a new home for Indie due to new life circumstances/challenges.
Indie is a reactive dog and has gone through extensive training (positive reinforcement) to help him with this. He has made wonderful progress but still requires an attentive eye and help working through those impulses. He would most likely not be a good fit for a home with another dog or small children. He is good with cats!
He does well in an enriching environment and loves to be outside for lots of sniffs!
Pet's Name:
Indie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Catahoula
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
05/26/2020
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
KC rescue
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
11/1/2020
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
47
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Indie loves rope toys and playing tug, he also prefers you to chase him around the yard and plays fetch.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, lay down, paw, wait, leave it, “look”, stay, gentle, touch, find it
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?:
Indie is very protective and needs time to warm up to new people, especially when coming to his home. He is dog reactive. He does not have a bite history but has been trained to wear a muzzle out of precaution to prevent accidents.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He may cry for a small amount of time but settles in ok. He is crate trained and is content when leaving him in the crate for an hour or two.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Other dogs and small children
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
We use enrichment feeders (Kong filled with wet food) to help expend some of indies energy at meal time.
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?:
On a vet prescribed diet of hydrolyzed food, indie is chicken intolerant
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?:
Aggressive: Does not get along with other dogs and may show aggressive behavior.
How is your dog with cats?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He’s a goofball who loves to play with us! He is so loving and brings a lot of joy. He loves going for walks in the woods and sniffing everything
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
It’s important that his new family is attentive and understands indie’s behaviors. He is a great dog but does require an attentive eye and lots of activity.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Personal Problems
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?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
JM Vet Clinic in Brockton MA
What do you feed your pet?:
Blue Buffalo hydrolyzed diet
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Easton, MA
Zip Code:
02375
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Service Level:
Priority Service: Fast-Track with Maximum Exposure