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My basic info
Breed
Mixed Breed (Large)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
3 years 7 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
62 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
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MEET KING!
He’s a smart, sensitive guy looking for a family to give him all the love he deserves. King recently arrived in Vermont all the way from Georgia, and is still getting acclimated to his new environment – he’ll benefit from a patient and understanding family that will give him time to get comfortable in his new life. (So far, he’s unfazed by all the mud, but not the biggest fan of the chilly temps.) He is happiest when he can get out, stretch his long legs, and race around with his dog friends and he could be a good running or hiking buddy. Come meet King and see if he’s the pup for you!
ENERGY LEVEL: Medium/high
- He’ll need plenty of exercise and mental enrichment every day.
DOGS: No known experience living with other dogs, but has done well with them in other settings
- We don’t know whether King has ever lived with another dog.
- He did well with other dogs at the shelter in Georgia, and has made dog friends here at HSCC.
- Slow introductions to other dogs are always recommended. Keep in mind that just because a dog has done well with some or most other dogs, doesn’t mean they will like all dogs (just like people!).
CATS: No known experience
- We don’t know whether King has any experience with cats or other small animals.
- If you’ve got small animals at home, consider ahead of time how best to introduce them and manage their interactions.
KIDS: No known experience
- We don’t know whether King has much experience with kids.
- We recommend supervising interactions between kids and dogs to make sure everyone is behaving appropriately and staying safe.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
King has been through some big transitions recently, and his new family will need to be patient with him as he adjusts and gets comfortable in his new environment.
Basic training classes or a few sessions with a trainer can be a great way to help him build confidence in his new life.
- Training is a great way to build a bond with your new pup, like learning a common language.
- We recommend positive reinforcement-based training – teach King what you want him to do! We do not recommend e-collar or punishment-based training, as these methods often have long-term negative effects on dogs (physically as well as psychologically) and create behavioral problems.
- We are happy to provide guidance on training resources, methods, and finding a trainer.
He isn’t a puppy, but it’s still important for him to learn what is expected of him in his new home.
- Be consistent from day 1 – it’s much easier and less confusing for the dog to loosen the boundaries later than to implement new rules.
HOUSE TRAINED: Unknown
- We don’t know whether King has ever been house trained, but he does tend to keep his kennel pretty clean.
- Keep in mind that a dog who is house trained in one home may still have accidents in a new environment.
CRATE TRAINED: Unknown
- We don’t know whether he has ever been crate trained.
- If you’re interested in using a crate with King, be prepared to start from scratch, take it slow, and make the crate a comfortable safe space for him.
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