Gus

Need a new home by 6/10/2025
I need to relocate and I am unable to take the dogs with me. Gus is a beagle, approx. 5 years old, almost 6. He showed up on our porch about 5 years ago (they estimated he was about 6 months old) with a seriously injured right front paw, that had to be amputated. He is neutered. He is so loving, high energy, loves walks - but not long ones as he gets tired on the 3 legs.

Pet's Name: Gus
Dog: Primary Breed: Beagle
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 2019
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: He showed up on our porch in subzero temperatures. He followed me right into the house. Since he was injured and obviously under nourished, we took him in. We could not locate and owner and sought medical care for him. He later needed his front leg amputated as a result of the injury he showed up with.
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 39
Primary Color: Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: He likes any type of chew stick or bone. He enjoys laying around or following you everywhere.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Come here or come on. He also knows when to go to his crate when you're leaving.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He is in a crate whenever I leave because he will tear something up.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Being left alone, that is why he goes in the crate.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: He is fed twice a day and can only go on short walks.
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?: His front right leg was amputated due to an injury as explained previously.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: He wakes up growling sometimes, but you say, Gus and he stops. He pushes out the chairs to climb on the table and I had to get a trashcan that he cannot open or chew apart.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Trimming is about once a month and he's mostly inside, so bathing is every couple months - he does well in a tub or shower.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: I use chews because he chews a toothbrush.
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?: Friendly: Generally gets along well 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 is the most loving and cuddly dog. He is so happy just cuddling with you. And, he's pretty cute.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Gus does well with other dogs once he gets to know them, especially female dogs (usually annoys them because he wants their attention). Gus does well with children, but likes to jump on people. He warms up quickly to people once he knows you're ok with them, otherwise, he may bark at them (not always though).
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Gus does like to climb and he can chew things if he gets it. He's a beagle so he loves food - any food!
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Moving
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): I have to relocate and I am unable to take him with me.
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?: Minerva Veterinary Clinic
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: PurinaOne Lamb and Rice - he has to be on dog food that is made of rice, not corn or wheat
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Zip Code: 44221
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Service Level: Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose