Ricky is a 2-year-old, 45-pound cowboy corgi (Corgi/Heeler mix) located in Coarsegold, California, and he’s finally getting his first real shot at life. This short, sturdy little guy spent the first two years of his life locked in a kennel, and you can see the relief in his whole body now that he has space to move, sniff, and just be a dog. He loves his freedom, but he’s also learning to love his warm crate and is doing well with crate training — it’s the first time a confined space has ever meant comfort instead of punishment. He’s vaccinated and house trained, and ready to move into a real home.
Because he had to compete for every resource in a kennel with another dog, Ricky does have some food aggression and isn’t submissive with other dogs. He won’t shy away from showing them who’s boss, and we’re actively working with him on boundaries and manners around food and canine interactions. He should not go to a home with cats, and we’re not yet sure how he does with kids, so any family with children will need to be dog-experienced and thoughtful with introductions. For now, he does best with careful management at mealtimes and would really thrive as an only dog or in a very dog-savvy home with structured introductions.
Underneath that tough little cowboy exterior, Ricky is a total cuddler and love bug. Once he trusts you, he wants to be right next to you, soaking up affection and attention. He dreams of a home where he can go on daily walks, have a yard to run and explore, and then curl up inside with his person at the end of the day. He doesn’t know how to play ball yet, but we’re hopeful he’ll figure out the fun of toys as he relaxes and learns what it’s like to be truly loved.
Ricky is ready for someone who can see past his rough start and give him the structure, patience, and devotion he’s never had. If you’re interested, go to diggs4dogs.com and fill out an application.
Ricky is a 2-year-old, 45-pound cowboy corgi (Corgi/Heeler mix) located in Coarsegold, California, and he’s finally getting his first real shot at life. This short, sturdy little guy spent the first two years of his life locked in a kennel, and you can see the relief in his whole body now that he has space to move, sniff, and just be a dog. He loves his freedom, but he’s also learning to love his warm crate and is doing well with crate training — it’s the first time a confined space has ever meant comfort instead of punishment. He’s vaccinated and house trained, and ready to move into a real home.
Because he had to compete for every resource in a kennel with another dog, Ricky does have some food aggression and isn’t submissive with other dogs. He won’t shy away from showing them who’s boss, and we’re actively working with him on boundaries and manners around food and canine interactions. He should not go to a home with cats, and we’re not yet sure how he does with kids, so any family with children will need to be dog-experienced and thoughtful with introductions. For now, he does best with careful management at mealtimes and would really thrive as an only dog or in a very dog-savvy home with structured introductions.
Underneath that tough little cowboy exterior, Ricky is a total cuddler and love bug. Once he trusts you, he wants to be right next to you, soaking up affection and attention. He dreams of a home where he can go on daily walks, have a yard to run and explore, and then curl up inside with his person at the end of the day. He doesn’t know how to play ball yet, but we’re hopeful he’ll figure out the fun of toys as he relaxes and learns what it’s like to be truly loved.
Ricky is ready for someone who can see past his rough start and give him the structure, patience, and devotion he’s never had. If you’re interested, go to diggs4dogs.com and fill out an application.
I lost my Aussie a couple of years I go & I felt lost. I started fostering 2 puppies at the shelter and couldn’t put them back in the shelter and felt responsible for them, thus I needed to find them an awesome home! So here I am.
I lost my Aussie a couple of years I go & I felt lost. I started fostering 2 puppies at the shelter and couldn’t put them back in the shelter and felt responsible for them, thus I needed to find them an awesome home! So here I am.
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