Ollie

Pet's Name: Ollie

Dog: Primary Breed: Great Pyrenees

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 2/14/2020

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Farm

Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: No

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): May 2020

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Giant

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 185

Primary Color: White

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Snuggling, Playing Ball

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, Down, Come, Stay

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: No issues

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: No

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: bathroom/walk followed by feed/water AM and PM. Typically we do this 5:30am weekdays and 630-7am weekends

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: Yes. Allergies which sometimes causes an ear infection or skin infection

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.):

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: Overall healthy dog and up to date all shots.

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Yes. Ollie does not get along with other male dog in home

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : At least 2-3x/year will help with shedding. Great Pyr have a thick coat that is shed every May/June. That is a good time for a good grooming and haircut. We like to go every 6-8 weeks for a haircut (tummy/legs) to reduce shedding inside.

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

Personality:

How is your dog with children?: Good with older kids: Does well with calm, respectful children, typically school-age and up.

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?: Loves to snuggle while you are watching tv and thinks he is a lapdog.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: The adopter must be an experienced dog owner since Ollie has a history of not getting along with other dog. He is also 85lbs+ and person needs to be able to walk him safely on a leash.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Ollie is a loveable goof. We call him our big marshmallow.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Incompatible with Other Pets

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): We love him and want the very best for him. He has been a family pet for 6 years. The current situation is not workable long-term for Ollie and unfair to him. He needs to be crated a lot to keep the other dogs safe.

If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :

How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Two months

Who is your veterinarian?: Hopkinton Home Vet

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Special prescription food from vet for his allergies.

Do you currently have pet insurance?: Yes

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

City, State: Holliston, MA

Zip Code: 01746

How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter

Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): BayPath Humane Society

Service Level: Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose