My name is Winston!

Tell us at least one AMAZING thing about your dog.
He is a sweet guy. He is very active and loves to play but is also good with snuggling on the couch. He loves being around people and other dogs

Ongoing or previous medical issues?
Food and environmental allergies I have him on a hypoallergenic diet and in the summer he takes apoquel as needed. He has also recently suffered from IVDD a few months back he became completely paralyzed in his back legs he was on several medications and we did physical therapy and after a month he was walking again and has been doing great ever since.
*Due to this previous but fully recovered IVDD episode, Winston will have a $300 special needs discount*

Is the dog housebroken Yes
How is your dog with other dogs? Would you recommend having dog companions in the home or not?
He is good with dogs and would prefer a home with a dog companion

Is your dog crate trained? When does your dog stay/sleep in the crate?
Yes, he stays in his crate when I'm at work and sometimes at night

Does your dog show aggression towards or is uncomfortable with any of the following?
Cats

Has your dog EVER bitten a person?
He has snapped at people before he can get triggered when coming at his face with hands in a certain way like pointing or flicking motions but has not broken skin

Does your dog need to be the only dog in the house? How are they with other dogs?
He is great with dogs.

How is your dog with children under 12?
I have two kids under twelve and he has been good and when I take him on walks he love to run up to kids and have them pet him

How is your dog with cats or other "prey" type smaller animals?
He has lived with a cat and did great with the cat however he has also been around kittens and was aggressive towards the kitten
Has your dog ever shown resource guarding? This includes to their "person", food, toys, etc. If yes, please describe in detail.
Sometimes to food and bones

Does your dog show any destructive habits? If yes, please explain.
No

Does your dog have any other behavioral issues such as anxiety, separation anxiety, depression, etc. not previously discussed in this questionnaire? If yes, please describe.
He has some separation anxiety when I'm not home he prefers to be in his cage otherwise he will cry and scratch at the door the whole time

What brand/type of food does your dog eat? Please include treats or human food as well. How much does your dog eat?
He is eating Royal Canine hydrolyzed protien and for treat I usually give fruits and vegetables sometime he gets table food but with his food allergies I try not to give to much table food

Does your dog have any history of extreme breathing difficulty when in a stressful situation, such as meeting strangers and/or traveling in the car? If yes, please explain.
No

How does your dog do riding in a car? Where does she ride? Does he get car sick, get overly excited and anxious, go to sleep, looks out the window to see all that is going on, bark the entire time, etc.
He loves being in the car he sits in the front seat in dog car seat