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My basic info
Breed
Norwegian Elkhound
Color
Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with White
Age
Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
12D0699
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Purebred
Shots current
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
My name is Sam (my foster mom shortened it from Sampson).
I am a Norwegian Elkhound. A senior gentleman. And, I am very gentle. My old bones have some arthritis going on. I have a hard time laying down with the front legs…but, my foster mom has me on some Rimadyl which seems to help me feel better. I'm un-neutered.
I was rescued in 2012 from an elderly couple who could no longer care for me. Seems like I spent my entire life outside. I’m enjoying the comforts of a very cushy bed right now. Really love that.
I am pretty much house trained, but, I do need to be let out a lot. Us old guys can’t hold it very well.
I am currently living in a foster home with 3 other dogs and 5 cats. I am fine with all of them, except, 1 of the dogs does not like me. I don’t understand it either. I’m such an easy going fella. I really don’t bother anyone…well, sometimes I like to pick on 1 of the cats, but, he’s really my bud. It’s all in good fun.
My foster mom is afraid that the dog who doesn’t like me will eventually really hurt me, and she would feel so horrible, I know I would too. There is no way to separate us either, as neither 1 of us can have the run of the house all day. Mom is gone too long for that. We currently have a doggie door, which I really love. I can come and go as I please, and lay in the sunshine, or lay on my cushy bed. Who wouldn’t love that?
I am really looking for a safe place to hang out. I would really hate to go back to the shelter. That would hurt my old body.
My foster mom is very heartbroken over this. She hates to have me move out since I’ve settled in so nice. I picked up the routine right away too. I listen very well. You know, when someone is willing to love me, I’ll pretty much do anything for them.
If you’re looking for a nice senior to call your own…I’m your guy.
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