Oakland, CA - Maltese. Meet Pogo a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Maltese

Color

Tan/Yellow/Fawn

Age

Adult

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

3928731

My details

Not good with kids

Good with dogs

Good with cats

Needs experienced adopter

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

Microchipped

My health

Shots current

Why I need a new home

Behavioral issues

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Note: Due to his extreme leash reactivity and lack of socialization, please indicate in your application that you are willing to take on a dog with serious behavioral issues.
Pogo is a four year old Maltese mix and is happy as long as he's by your side. He lacked training when I adopted him from the shelter, but he's been working hard to learn the basics (work in progress). He's smart and treat-motivated, though he can be a bit stubborn.
Unfortunately, he was never properly socialized and has a high degree of leash reactivity towards other dogs (fear reaction, according to a trainer). This makes walks a challenge and precludes taking him out in public for most outings, though he doesn't react negatively to friendly dogs he knows. He's not known to bite.
As a first-time dog owner with my own health issues, he's become too much for me to manage. He has a lot of potential, and would do well with an experienced dog-owner to complete his training and help him to gain confidence.