We rescued Boogie and his best friend, Baby (73 lbs, F, very friendly with people) from euthanasia due to shelter overcrowding. Despite having had a very difficult past, Boogie is full of love for people and life! He’s happy to relax with you at home or go for a nice walk, soaking up scents and sunlight.
Boogie has lived with other dogs without issues and made dog friends as a foster, but barks and pulls at dogs he sees on the street, so does best walking in low-traffic areas. Silver lining: His foster takes him to a professional trainer to work on this. Stay tuned for his DNA results, coming soon!
Pet's Name:
Boogie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Lab mix
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
1/28/2018
Age Category:
Senior
Where did you get your pet?:
Oakland Animal Services
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
12/31/2024
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
83
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
He’ll run after deer/elk antlers and may fetch it back to you for you to hold it while he chews on it. He likes to run outside. He”ll occasionally dig in the dirt and then lay down in it - maybe it cools him down.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Down, Come (sometimes), Stay
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He sleeps!
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
In addition to unfamiliar dogs, skateboards and scooters upset him. He is okay home alone but has chewed through dog seatbelts being left alone in the car.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
He is good eating his food, though he doesn’t always eat right away and may take his time. He has no problems sleeping and will walk any 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?:
Allergies - skin allergies. Had ear and skin infections and requires a medicated bath. Has a dermatologist. Might have food allergy but hasn’t done a food allergy trial yet. He was previously on medications for giardia and kennel cough (recovered from both months ago).
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No bite history to our knowledge. Since he is dog selective and not well trained, his foster does not allow him to approach dogs and people. He barks at other dogs and pulls towards them. His foster has been training him to turn his attention to her when he sees other dogs but he still needs lots of training. He does have one dog friend who belongs to a friend of his foster. He gets wild barking when is out in the front yard and a dog walks by. His foster has to be next to him to prevent him from jumping over the fence.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
He currently gets medicated baths twice a week (will not be necessary forever) and has medicated wipes if areas get irritated.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Greenies dental chews, which he loves
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?:
Aggressive: Does not get along with cats and may show aggressive behavior.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He is a sweetheart! He can be shy at first but is super lovable and friendly. He really trusts people, even though he had a rough life. He behaves very well if you leave him alone. He seems so thankful to have a roof over his head.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
A family with no young children who can train him and take him out for walks in nature and give him plenty of love and care.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Foster Pet
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?:
Dog and Cat Dermatology
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Hills Biome
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Redwood City, CA
Zip Code:
94061
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Tailored Placement: Full Support for Behavioral or Medical Needs