Hi, I am Allegro! I'm a 3 year old Boxer mix that came into rescue after I was found very hungry and weak. I am so happy that I was saved and I will remind everyone of my gratitude any chance I get. My name might be because of the way I wag my tail - it is very fast and lively!
Here is a quick overview, but please read more about me below, too.
+ Dog and human friendly (age 12+)
+Crate trained (not a fan, but I'll do it)
+Potty/house trained on a schedule
+Knows "sit"
I am still learning that going outside in the cold to go potty isn't scary and that my foster family will let me come inside again. I still hold onto some fear from my past that makes it scary to do. I'm getting better with it every day, but if it snows a lot I get nervous about going out the first few times after that.
I prefer being on the couch right next to you, snuggled up to your side. I also like being close to furry friends.
I do well in my kennel, but cry for a bit at first. I stay there when my foster parents leave the house. I sleep in bed with my foster parents and sleep through the night.
I am very dog friendly, but I do play like the classic boxer, so my play style may not be for everyone. If a dog doesn't like it and escalates things, I may respond in kind. I have not shown any signs of resource guarding, which my family says is amazing given the circumstances.
It's cold right now and since I was found outside in the cold, I'd really rather not be out there long, so we haven't tried to go on any walks. I am not scared of the leash though, and will walk on it with guidance.
I've done great in the car so far and stay calm during the rides.
I try to redirect dogs to stop barking incessantly when I don't feel it's necessary, which I do by nipping. I do this with kids when they are having big feelings and they start kicking and screaming. It's not done to hurt them, and I don't understand that I'm not being helpful. For this reason, I would do best in a home without young or small children or people who have this method of expressing their feelings.
My perfect home is full of love and regular reassurance that I am safe and loved.
