My name is Stag!

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Stag and his littermate were found tied to a park bench. They were brought to a local shelter, and were rescued. Stag is a very sweet, smart, lovable boy. He has good food drive, has learned 'wait' for his food, his recall is improving (in the yard) and his housetraining is improving everyday. Stag enjoys the company of people, and loves to cuddle on the couch. He is generally quiet in his crate, provided he has had opportunity to burn off his puppy energy. He is fearful of loud noises/new environments, particularly on walks, and so will need a leader that will help him learn about the world. He is not reactive to dogs on walks, but is scared when dogs bark at him. His ideal home would be in a quieter area. Stag can be nervous of busy streets and loud noises. He would also do best in a house with a yard, as he enjoys racing around and could do great with other backyard activities like playing with a flirt-pole. He needs a home where they will provide ongoing structure, socialization to new people/environments, and training so he can be the best boy.

Good with men: Yes, but shy and warms up quickly

Good with women: Yes, friendly and outgoing

Good with kids 0-6: Unknown, not tested

Good with kids 7-15: Yes, has lived with children and does well - Stag is very people orientated and does well with children, overall. He seeks affection from them, and enjoys playing with them. No guarding noted. He can be nervous of quick movements/loud noises, but is getting better. He now typically will want to quickly return to the affection/play. Aggressive or fear based behaviours not observed. Would do best with dog-savvy children.

When the dog meets new people he: Approaches cautiously, Wants affection, Loose body language, Shy

Good with dogs: Yes, loves being around and playing with other dogs

How does this dog react to meeting new dogs? Very playful and outgoing, Loose body language, Jumpy/overly excited, Submissive

What type(s) of dogs does this dog prefer/be best with? Stag has done well with the 2 resident dogs. He shows a lot of respect to my XL senior lab, who does not enjoy being jumped on. They can calmly co-exist, with some structure to ensure Stag does not get too unruly. He attempts to initiate play more with my younger resident Husky. Will respond to correction from her if his play style is too much. Needs to be structured to ensure his puppy antics do not become too much for older dogs.

Good with Cats: Unknown, not tested

Crate training: Must be placed in crate, Settles quickly and quietly

House training: Working on it about 75% there

Resource Guarding: None seen

Walks on a leash: Nervous and needs coaxing

Energy level: Medium-high

Areas to work on: Needs confidence building, Fearful of loud noises, Excitability/jumping up on people, Walking nicely on a leash

What type of environments would NOT be suitable for the dog? Condo/apartment, city

Any noted separation anxiety? None noted.

Barker: Average - will bark when someone comes to the door, while playing, etc.