Riley is a 4 year old lovable, sweet, and smart boy. We have had him since he was a puppy - and before we had young kids. We love him more than anything, but it has become apparent that our home (with two toddlers and a baby on the way) is causing too much anxiety for our sweet boy. Riley prefers a quiet and calm environment. While his anxiety has never caused him to be aggressive, it has caused him to be unable to settle for large portions of the day. We believe this is almost hundred percent due to the unpredictability of toddlers and infants. We would love to find him a home with older children or no kids at all. When he has stayed at another home (such as my mom’s or his dog sitters) he is a completely different dog - calm, relaxed, happy. He loves walks and would do well with an active, dog loving family. Riley is such a smart boy and easily trainable. He’s extremely food motivated! He loves his humans and would do anything to be close to them. It breaks our heart to say goodbye, but we know he will be so much happier in a home better suited for his needs.
Pet's Name:
Riley
Dog: Primary Breed:
Weimaraner
Primary Breed (if not in list):
He looks like a lab, but this hasn’t been confirmed. We just know he’s part Weimaraner because he was found with his mother (a purebred weim)
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
12/13/2020
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Rescue
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
02/2021
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
70
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Chew toys, walks, long naps, pull toys, his giant fluffy bone pillow (we call it his support pillow :))
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, wait, down, take nice, walk nicely
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Completely fine. He loves quiet and time to nap
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Yes. Young children, change in routine, sometimes the car
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Yes. Wake, feed, sleep, play/walk, feed, bed
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 has anxiety. This is managed by the use of medication. However, we believe his anxiety is at its worse in our home, and he will be able to be weened off in a calmer environment
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::
Very healthy aside from anxiety!
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No. Despite his anxiety, he has never once been aggressive
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Brushing daily in the summer when he sheds the most. We bathe about once a month. Nail trim once a month as well.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Chews
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?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
His smart personality. He is SO smart. Very trainable and sometimes seems more human than dog to us. His smarts can also get him in trouble, like when he realizes there isn’t an adult human in the room and he can test his luck and eat food from the little humans plates ;)
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
We want to find him a home where there is predictability in the routine and environment. No small kids. He needs calm and a family who enjoys going on walks.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He is a barker, but this typically shows more when he is anxious. In our house, if he is in a quiet and undisturbed space (like a separate room), he is quiet. But if he’s out in the backyard, he might bark at people walking by.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Behavior
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?:
All creatures great and small in downers grove, IL
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Dry dog food, no feeding quirks. He loves all food :)
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
Yes
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Downers Grove, IL
Zip Code:
60516
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Enhanced Placement: Full Support + Wider Promotion