Dog Name: Tiki
Breed: Mix
Sex: Male
Age: 4 years
Weight: 25 pounds
Medical Needs: None
Housebroken: Yes, although he occasionally “marks.”
Crate trained: Yes, he eats his meals and sleeps in his crate.
Good in the car: Yes, he travels well in his crate.
Good on a leash: Yes, I have him on a long line whenever he is out of his crate.
Energy level: Medium, he plays hard in spurts.
Need a fenced in yard: Yes, he definitely benefits from being able to be out in the yard to get his “yaya’s” out. He mostly enjoys his time in the yard checking out what’s going on out in the ‘hood and wrestling with his best pal, Arlo (one of my dogs).
Dog Friendly: Yes
If yes, does your foster need another dog in its adoptive home? No, but he gets along with and enjoys the company of the other dogs in my home.
Cat Friendly: Not so much. He is curious about my cats, but will chase after them if they run. My cats aren’t fans.
Kid Friendly: There are no kids in his foster home, but he has met of all ages at adoption events.
If yes, what's the youngest child you'd recommend they be placed with? Tiki has a tendency to be mouthy, but responds well to the “no bite” command and redirection. I also don’t think he sees 20/20, because he sometimes startles when nothing is there but shadows. So, if placed with kids, they should be dog savvy and able to give him space. He will not do well with kids who crowd him or move quickly around him or attempt to grab him in play.
Special traits that make your foster special or that we need to know about them? Tiki is a social dog who enjoys being with people and other animals who can “meet him where he is” and accept him as he is. He thrives in a low key, predictable environment where he can be comfortable and trust that no one is going to grab at him suddenly. He can be nervous (and fearful) in unfamiliar situations. He is reactive to sudden movements, especially near him or directed towards him. He needs a family that understands they need to go slow with him and give him some space when needed. His “man cave” (crate) is his safe zone when he needs a “time out.” The more time I spend with Tiki, the more likely I think his “spice,” his mouthiness, and quirky “shadow” behaviors are manifestations of what I believe is his less than 20/20 vision. He has settled in really well in my house the longer he’s been here and has gotten used to our household and routines. With appropriate handling, patience, structure, and positive reinforcement, he will continue to grow into his best self. Already, he’s endearing and super fun 99% of the time. For the right home, he will become their 100% awesome dog!
Foster’s Location: Wilmington, DE
Application can be found here: https://www.grrde.org/adoption-application (if you already have an approved application on file email GrassRootsDE@gmail.com and ask the app team to pull your app).
Dog Name: Tiki
Breed: Mix
Sex: Male
Age: 4 years
Weight: 25 pounds
Medical Needs: None
Housebroken: Yes, although he occasionally “marks.”
Crate trained: Yes, he eats his meals and sleeps in his crate.
Good in the car: Yes, he travels well in his crate.
Good on a leash: Yes, I have him on a long line whenever he is out of his crate.
Energy level: Medium, he plays hard in spurts.
Need a fenced in yard: Yes, he definitely benefits from being able to be out in the yard to get his “yaya’s” out. He mostly enjoys his time in the yard checking out what’s going on out in the ‘hood and wrestling with his best pal, Arlo (one of my dogs).
Dog Friendly: Yes
If yes, does your foster need another dog in its adoptive home? No, but he gets along with and enjoys the company of the other dogs in my home.
Cat Friendly: Not so much. He is curious about my cats, but will chase after them if they run. My cats aren’t fans.
Kid Friendly: There are no kids in his foster home, but he has met of all ages at adoption events.
If yes, what's the youngest child you'd recommend they be placed with? Tiki has a tendency to be mouthy, but responds well to the “no bite” command and redirection. I also don’t think he sees 20/20, because he sometimes startles when nothing is there but shadows. So, if placed with kids, they should be dog savvy and able to give him space. He will not do well with kids who crowd him or move quickly around him or attempt to grab him in play.
Special traits that make your foster special or that we need to know about them? Tiki is a social dog who enjoys being with people and other animals who can “meet him where he is” and accept him as he is. He thrives in a low key, predictable environment where he can be comfortable and trust that no one is going to grab at him suddenly. He can be nervous (and fearful) in unfamiliar situations. He is reactive to sudden movements, especially near him or directed towards him. He needs a family that understands they need to go slow with him and give him some space when needed. His “man cave” (crate) is his safe zone when he needs a “time out.” The more time I spend with Tiki, the more likely I think his “spice,” his mouthiness, and quirky “shadow” behaviors are manifestations of what I believe is his less than 20/20 vision. He has settled in really well in my house the longer he’s been here and has gotten used to our household and routines. With appropriate handling, patience, structure, and positive reinforcement, he will continue to grow into his best self. Already, he’s endearing and super fun 99% of the time. For the right home, he will become their 100% awesome dog!
Foster’s Location: Wilmington, DE
Application can be found here: https://www.grrde.org/adoption-application (if you already have an approved application on file email GrassRootsDE@gmail.com and ask the app team to pull your app).
