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My basic info
Breed
Collie
Color
White - with Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Age
Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
2578
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
This beautiful, gentle boy spent his entire life working for a breeder. His only friends were the other dogs in the kennel, so it is not surprising that Charlie was initially much more comfortable and trusting with dogs than with humans. He had never had a chance to learn about the routine experiences that most dogs encounter daily as part of living in a home.
When he first came to his foster home, the newness of the experience was very stressful for Charlie, and at first he paced constantly. But he instinctively gravitated to the dogs and cats there and used them as his role models in dealing with the strange sights and sounds. His foster mom and dad were very gradual and patient with Charlie, giving him as much time and space as he needed, while he gained confidence and learned to trust. He is now doing very well with his foster family and loves the collie friends that he has there. His foster mom and dad have intentionally limited his walks and car trips, because he becomes nervous and frightened when he hears loud traffic noises, trucks, etc. They are now planning to take him out for short walks in quiet areas to expand his experience and build confidence.
Charlie is fully house trained and house safe. He can be trusted alone in the house and there is no need to crate him. He has a big appetite and loves his kibble and treats. Because he is food motivated, treats can be a good tool in acclimating him to new things. He is tolerant of grooming.
In learning about the world, Charlie has leaned heavily on the other dogs at his foster home. They have taught him about toys, doggie beds, and most importantly, they have shown him that humans are kind and loving and can be trusted. Charlie will now play bow to the other collies and is very gentle with them and with the cats. It is important that his forever home should include another easy going dog that will help Charlie acclimate and learn how to respond to the new things he encounters.
Although he has made great strides in the six weeks that he has been at his foster home, Charlie will need continuing work and patience. He will duck if someone comes at him and tries to pet him, but if you get down to his level, he is much more comfortable. When he comes in from outside, he is very wary about walking past someone standing in the doorway. His foster mom needs to step back from the door and then Charlie will come in. Because he will not always come when called, his forever home will need to have a fenced yard to keep him safe and secure.
Charlie is a gentle, loving soul who has simply not had much experience with people. He will need a low key, forever home where he can continue to learn and grow. Quiet, older children who are understanding of Charlie’s fears would be fine, but younger, more exuberant kids would be too much for him. Most importantly, Charlie’s forever family will need to be patient and understand that this sweet boy will need time and space as he continues to learn trust. He is such a gentle, loving soul that he is well worth the effort
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