Birch is a five-year-old mutt with hints of lab, dalmation, and terrier. He weighs 60 pounds.
Pet's Name:
Birch
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Mutt (Terrier, Dalmation, Retriever Mix)
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
December 2019
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Marion County Humane Society
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
January 30, 2020
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
60
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Chew Toys and Eating
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit. Stay. Come. Hold. Go.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Sometimes he sleeps. Sometimes he barks.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
If he feels that his food his being threatened is when he is at his most on-edge.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Morning Walk, Immediate Breakfast, Evening Walk, Immediate Dinner, Bedtime Outside, Sleep
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 is very sensitive to foods. He is limited in our house to his dog food, carrots, celery, peeled apple and pear.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
He instigated a fight with his younger brother (which he lost). Out of the blue, he has growled at my wife in recent months.
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.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He is very friendly and very loyal in the right situations.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
We want him to be safe and alone so that he can be the focus of attention.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Incompatible with Other Pets
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?:
Cheat Lake Veterinary
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Iams Large Breed and he loves all other food but can only safely tolerate carrots, celery, peeled apples, peeled pears, and the occasional treat of bacon. He has a delicate stomach though and WILL make himself sick if he can get to other food.
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Morgantown, WV
Zip Code:
26508
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
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