Winnie

Pet's Name: Winnie

Dog: Primary Breed: West Highland White Terrier

Primary Breed (if not in list): Bichon Frise

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): December 2019

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Contra Costa Humane Society

Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: We adopted him from a shelter 3 years ago

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 11/12/23

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Small

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 14

Primary Color: White (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Stuffed animals, playing fetch with balls, playing tug-of-war, going for rides in the car, and going for walks

What commands does your dog know?: Quiet, stay, sit

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Most of the time he’s OK, but occasionally I have to fool him

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Not a fan of having his face groomed, but rest of process is OK. He is OK to have face groomed but must be with a service that uses face muzzle

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Usually only eats once a day, at night, and goes to bed when I do. Ideally he needs 3 walks a day (am, noon & night)

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: He seems to be very healthy!

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: No diseases or special conditions

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: He has acted as if he’s going to bite you when you’re doing something to him he doesn’t like (e.g., holding him down to trim his beard or around his eyes. May benefit from a mild dog sedative for that.

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Very little brushing, except for his mouth area, and the inside corner of his eyes need cleaning like many white dogs do (we use tear stain wipes(

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

Personality:

How is your dog with children?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction with children to determine.

How is your dog with other dogs?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.

How is your dog with cats?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He is SO sweet, and really loves to be close to his people.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: I’m hoping for a family who is active and can provide him a more active life. Having children who can play fetch with him would be wonderful.

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

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Winnie was my husband’s dog, but since my husband had a massive stroke and now lives in a nursing home, he isn’t here to take care of Winnie, and I’m not able to as I’m 78 and have multiple lung, heart and very serious heart problems.

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 weeks

Who is your veterinarian?: Sun Valley Pet Hospital in Concord, CA

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Currently feed him Blue’s canned lamb meals, but usually add gravy to that.

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

City, State: Walnut Creek, CA

Zip Code: 94597

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