Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
WE ADOPT IN TEXAS, OKLAHOMA AND LOUISIANA.
Stevie is a 1.5 yr old male (born Christmas day 2023) that is looking for his forever family. He is fully vetted, HW Negative and house trained. Stevie does still have some puppy like energy and would be best in a household with at least one other dog that he can play with. He is currently being fostered in a home with multiple dogs, males and females and does well with all of them. He is timid when he first meets a new dog but so far, usually within 24 hours, he gets over it. Almost immediately he then does everything in his powers to get them to play with him.
Stevie, being just 1.5 years old is fully house trained and really does not bark very much, inside or outside. He does have a playful side to him and is very curious. He likes to stay active and if he gets bored, he does tend to get a little mischievous. He definitely needs someone who has time to walk him and play with him. If he is every left alone, he does well outside of a kennel if he has something to keep him busy. Cognitive toys and exercises, to keep his mind busy (a treat puzzle, kong, etc.), seem to work really well. While Stevie is playful (he bows down to other dogs and gets the zoomies a lot) he is very gentle when playing with people. He does not jump on anyone. He will play tug-o-war and fetch with toys, but you do not have to worry about him pushing you or anyone over.
Stevie does like feet! If he is ready to get up and he can get to your feet, he will lick or nibble on them. If you are putting on lotion, he will help! Also, if you have socks on and he decides that you shouldn’t he will attempt to remove them for you. He has not been one to chew on socks, but he will play with them and sleep with them. However, if you substitute a sock with a toy, he seems to be just as happy. Also, if you have a shower that he can walk into, do not be surprised he is tries to join you or randomly enters the shower throughout the day.
Stevie has not shown any food aggression and does well, eating next to other dogs and getting treats with the other dogs. He is also gentle when taking food from your hand. He came from a home that had other dogs, cats and kids and while his foster home only has dogs, he has done well with cats and kids that he has encountered on his walks. He walks well on a leash and doesn’t cause any issues when out for a walk. He is currently working on basic commands and does well when his training is one on one.
Overall, especially for his young age, Stevie is a really good boy! He seems eager to please and is so very friendly and loving. Please apply at freedomcollierescue.org
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