Beau

Beau is a Great Pyrenees/Chow mix, 5 year-old, beautiful, super smart, neutered, fully house-trained, vaccinated and monthly preventive-treated dog. We adopted him almost 15 months ago from a Facebook post after his owner died.

Pet's Name: Beau
Dog: Primary Breed: Great Pyrenees
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 7/9/2021
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: from a Facebook post on local pet rehoming page
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: no, not that we're aware of
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 8/2/2025
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Large
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 125
Primary Color: Tan (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: going for walks, laying around
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?: sit, lie down, come on
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: he's perfectly fine, but he waits by the door for a while at least
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: cats and small dogs
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: eats twice a day, walks 2-3 times a week (he'd appreciate and benefit from more), sleeps on floor of our bedroom all night
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?: not that I know of
Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: we aren't aware of amy if these, but we were not able to get his earlier vet records
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: he consistently chases our cat when she's walking about the house and has tried to bite her. he also gets overly excited when he sees very small dogs at the dog park.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : bathing once a month, brushing is always good on this furry beauty, he does not like getting his nails trimmed so we've depended on sidewalk friction per vet recommendation
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: daily greenies
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 children?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction with children to determine.
How is your dog with other dogs?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?: Best in a home without cats: Has reacted to cats and should live in a home without them.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: his face, especially when he plops it on my lap for pets
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: experience with big dogs, lots of love, safe yard to chill in
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: he's a great dog and we love him very much
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Incompatible with Other Pets
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?: Three months
Who is your veterinarian?: Dr. Juliana Ramirez, Northgate Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: 2 cups total per day (1 in morning and 1 at supper time) Hill's Science Diet dry, adult 1-6
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Zip Code: 37415
How did you hear about us?: Other Referral
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): Debbie Baker
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