Meet Pigeon | Rehome With Love Pet Adoption

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Pigeon is a great dog. He loves kids, lives harmoniously with guinea pigs, and goes to doggie daycare regularly. He is pretty low energy. He will walk/hike/play all day but can also lounge around the house and sleep all day.

Pigeon is a special needs dog. He is deaf, epileptic, has a possible GI issue or anxiety that causes a problem called fly biting (he has just seen a neurologist), and because of the epilepsy and other anxiety, he has separation anxiety that fluctuates based on how his health is going. Sometimes he cannot be left alone at all. At other times, he can be left alone a couple hours.

Pigeon is almost two and I’ve had him 1 year (adopted from humane society). I have kept up to date on all his medical care, and done much formal training for his separation anxiety. He goes to work, daycare, or has an in-home caregiver when I can’t be with him.

Pigeon is loved by everyone he meets, I just can no longer care for him.

Pet's Name: Pigeon

Dog: Primary Breed: Australian Shepherd Dog

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 11/30/23

Age Category: Young

Where did you get your pet?: San Diego Humane Society

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 9/30/24

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 50

Primary Color: White (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Playing with dogs, lounging with his person

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, down, come, back up, follow a hand, middle

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Cannot be left alone

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Being left alone

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: He adapts well to any routine

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?: Epileptic, deaf, fly biting

Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):

Allergies (environmental or food-related)

Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)

Anxiety Issues

Arthritis or Joint Pain

Canine Distemper

Chronic Ear Infections

Dental Disease

Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)

Heartworm

Influenza

Kennel Cough

Leptospirosis

Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps

Lyme Disease

Parvovirus

Seizures

Skin Conditions

Vaccine Reactions

Other

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: Poss needs a special diet, GI specialist in the future

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: No

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Rarely

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: No

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?: Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.

How is your dog with cats?: Very friendly: Loves being around cats and plays nicely with them.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Groans often when pet or in his sleep. Quite noisy for a deaf dog!

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Full understanding of medical issues

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Pigeon is loved by everyone he meets

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Pet Illness

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Separation anxiety is caused by medical issues (it seems)

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?: Two weeks

Do you currently have pet insurance?: Yes

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: San Diego, CA

Zip Code: 92127

How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter

Service Level: Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)