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My basic info
Breed
Dogo Argentino
Color
White
Age
5 years old, Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
88 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20-046
My details
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:
Hey! My name is Chaplin aka Chappy! I am a 2 year old Dogo Argentino that is looking to find my forever home! I’m a big goofball and still working on my manners. Currently I am in Lakeland, FL and looking for a forever home. I am a little bit of work but I will make up for it with lots of hugs and kisses. My first couple of years have been rough and I am trying to figure out my place and how to properly socialize with other dogs. I like other dogs and even like the house cat! My problem seems to be that sometimes I decide to be dominant and cause problems. I want to play and enjoy playing but then my excitements goes too far. Often this happens when pups are taken from their litter too early (before 8 weeks) and/or the pup didn't get enough socialization practice. I am still young enough that we think this is something that can be trained and would need a home able to work on this and keep dogs separate when not supervised. Here in Lakeland the foster really loves me and would love to keep me but I take it too far with her sweet older female dog when we are playing. I even play with a couple friendly male dogs and was good with them! I just don't know how to continue proper play and we need to work on it! Everyone thinks it's best that I find a home with a yard where I can run to get out my energy while working on my socialization.
I recently completed my heart worm treatment and now slowly I am getting exposed to more things. I seem to be interested in cats but a proper introduction may be best. I am good around other dogs but seem to do better with lady dogs. I’m working on my introductions with people as I’m kind of judgey. Some people I just love right away others I need to be around you for a little bit. I’m not aggressive just vocalize my opinion. But I have made massive improvements with this and I even do good at the vet office!
I seem to warm up to woman quickly but some men I want to get to know more over a little bit of time. I am an awesome eater and do not turn down my food or snacks. I am a giant love bug and looking for someone who likes to be active but also spends time as a homebody. If you’re not looking to adopt, please share me so my new family can find me!
My perfect home would have a big fenced in yard for me to play in, and no kids under 10 years old - I'm just too clumsy and I wouldn't want to knock anyone down! I really am a total love bug and shown to be so sweet to my foster mom. She really loves me alot and I've been so nice to her too!
Chappy says you check out the rest of his profile here:
https://petlover.petstablished.com/pets/public/824155?awo=DC+Dogos%2C+Inc&widget=false
