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Breed
Border Collie
Color
Merle
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Purebred
Has special needs
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Please see http://mwbcr.org/ourfosterdogspages/fosterdogceasar.html for updated information!!
He is being fostered in the Minneapolis, MN area
Sometimes we are really not sure how we determine which Border Collies in need come to our home. We tell ourselves that the dog is a good fit with our pack or they are the kind of dog that we know we can help find the home they deserve. In reality, it is often without a conscious decision – they simply seem to be the right dog. Caesar is one of those dogs. Picked up as a stray by animal control, we don’t know much about his past. We do know that his teeth show signs of excessive wear – “a possible cage chewer’ says the vet report (although we have seen no sign of this issue). We also know that he has both sight and hearing impairments. His actions tell us that although he can see objects around him, the ability to see detail is at the best limited. He can see you handing him a treat, but if the reward is placed on the floor of his crate, he uses scent to find it. His hearing seems to allow him to hear a clicker but not with the clarity, instant recognition and at the distance that our two Border Collies would. Outside of needing a second set of eyes and ears to help him in new surroundings, the impairments really don’t slow him down.
Caesar's personality makes up for any sensory limitations and then some. He’s a joy to be around, loves to play with other dogs, will gladly engage in a game of tug when asked and settles easily in his crate during down times. He is insecure until he starts to become comfortable in new surroundings. Although the insecurity may be partly due to his sight and hearing limitations, it is also not unusual for any new foster dog to exhibit the same traits at some level. During the first few days, stairs, new rooms and hardwood floors were all challenges. After a week, he easily gets up and down stairways which have become familiar and the hardwood floors are less of a challenge each day.
Caesar loves to play with other dogs and although his approach is for the most part appropriate, he can be a bit pushy at times to get a companion to play. He is submissive in nature, loves people, settles well in his crate and will seek interaction and attention from his person. A home that will give him the care and patience to be his second set of eyes and ears will be repaid many times over with a strong bond and constant companionship. If you are that home, contact us for more information.
