Artorius “Ari’, came to us from the Warrensburg Animal Shelter in August 2011. He was just dropped off, so his history in unknown. He is a purebred Newfoundland and about 5-6 years old.
Since being in foster care he has been cleaned, groomed, neutered, given all required vaccinations, treated for whip worms and his skin infections have cleared up. His coat is growing out but still short and rather coarse. He is still under weight, but gaining. His current weight in 85# and he could use another 15.
He is a very loving dog. He likes to lay his head on your lap and cuddle. HE LOVES TO GO FOR CAR RIDES and sometimes needs to be coaxed to get out of the car. His favorite spot in the car is the driver’s seat. He does well with other dogs and enjoys being part of a pack. He will bark to go outside and especially when he thinks he needs to come inside, which is quite often. HE IS NOT AN OUTSIDE DOG. He loves being around people and other dogs. He is house broken and will wake you up to go outside.
Ari does have some fear issues. He has made tremendous improvement but still has a ways to go. He is insecure and fearful about what sometimes seems to be unusual things. He is hesitant around adult males. He will growl when approached from the back, when cornered or even when he is gently nudged to turn. He does not like the scale at the vet as it is in a corner; much less the vet’s office. It takes up to 10 minutes to coax him into the building. HOWEVER, he does like the vet. Suspect most of this is fear.
He will follow commands to sit, down and wait to eat his food. He walks well with a collar and leash, occasionally will use gentle leader. He walks well with other dogs. He will enter his crate when told to do so, but he usually sleeps in his foster parents room with their other Newfies (on the floor). He is ok about being crated as long as he is not left alone and there is another dog around.
Ari will do best in a home with another dog that is not dominant. Because of the fear issues he still needs work with, it would be best if there were no small children in the home. If you are willing pay attention to him and help him overcome his fears his sweet nature will win you over.
Ari is neutered, up to date on vaccinations and current on heartworm medication.
Our adoption fee is $300.00. A fenced yard with a minimum height of 4-feet is required for adoption.
If you plan on submitting an application and you are out of our region, once your application is approved we require that you come to our area to meet the dog and foster family. If that goes well you will be able to take your Newfie home with you.
To request an application or contact us with any questions please use the email link in the contact info. below.
To see more Newfoundland rescues or to learn more about our rescue program please use our website link in the contact info. below.
To learn more about the Newfoundland breed click on the Newfoundland Club of America link below.
