We need help re-homing our handsome boy. He’s a beautiful boy who only wants to be loved. He needs to go to a home where there is patience and dog knowledge. He is a rescue and we believe he was abused before. He use to be very scared of everything. He’s improved a lot over the year and half that we have had him but needs to be socialized. He is very smart and thinks he’s a lap dog. He loves to climb on our laps like a baby. He is very fast and energetic. He loves to get into our pool no matter the weather. He can be a great companion to someone that loves to run or is very outdoorsy. He comes across as aggressive but it’s a response out of fear. He’s never fought our other dogs or has ever bitten anyone human.
Pet's Name:
Spike
Dog: Primary Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
01/24
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Ontario humane society
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
Yes Ontario humane society
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
06/24
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
50
Primary Color:
Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Squeaky toys
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit waits for treats very patiently, crate, no, sit, out, good boy
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He’s okay. I crate them when I’m gone. He’ll nap
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Sirens. He’ll cry if he’s outside and he sees us cuddling another dog inside.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Wakes up and goes outside by 8am. Dinner time is at 4pm and goes to sleep by 8:30pm
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?:
Non that I’m aware of
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Never bitten any of my other dogs.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
He loves water I bath him once in while. He baths himself in the pool all the time.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
I give him chews
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
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 thinks he’s a lap dog. He will try to climb in our lap like a baby. He’s very sweet. He loves attention and loves to have his belly rubbed. He’s beautiful boy. Gorgeous eyes. He’s very smart. Can be trained to do a lot of things. Good listener.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
That he’s goes to a loving home that will not give up on him. He’s afraid a lot of the time when it comes to humans. We believe there was a history of abuse as he would run and coward in a corner with any sudden moves when we first got him. He’s improved so much. He’s playful now and runs around and wants to be cuddled and played with. His fear comes across as aggression because he barks at strangers. So who ever gets him
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He’s never fought out female dogs. He's very strong. I wouldn’t recommend for him to be adopted by a home with small children until he’s trained I have small kids and an autistic daughter and he’s never ever done anything to them. He doesn’t even jump on them. He’s very smart. But as a stranger I think he needs to feel comfortable and safe before adding children into the home. He’s a very sweet dog.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Too Many Pets
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
There are several reasons. 1. He deserves a home that has the financial stability to take care of him. 2. We don’t have the time for the life he deserves. 3. My female dogs have fought each other. So I’m afraid they’ll fight him. He has never attacked them he just watched as they fought. But after several fights with the female dogs I’ve separated all 3 and it’s been like that for 1 year and it’s a lot of work and now I have to go back to work and I can’t be around to make sure all dogs are safe and get to have the freedom to move around.
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
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Right now they are eating purina dog chow
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Zip Code:
91701
How did you hear about us?:
Facebook
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Someone comments on my Facebook post and shared your information
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