Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids,
Not good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoption Fee: $475
When available, all animals are fixed, up to date on vaccines (may need boosters), and microchipped!
From the foster: Sweet Bucky (pup 333) isn't just special, he's a legend in making. The story goes he was found in a bucket. Undernourished? Yes. Under-cuddled? Definitely. But despite his rather minimalist start, he has blossomed in foster care and cultivated a love of the indoors where the cushy beds, couches, and most importantly where the people are - that isn't the bottom of a bucket. Bucky is curious, talkative, mouthy (watch your sleeves!), and so much fun - very much your typical husky type pup - but with a little something more. This is a sad little bucket puppy no more, in fact, there's just something about him, his spirit, his stoic demeanor (like he's seen some things already, from the bottom of that bucket), he's got this old-soul vibe that is just about as unique as the black spot on his tongue and his wild wolfish swagger as he struts at your feet. Prepare for your own personal furry shadow.
Bucky certainly can bust out a good "arrroooo" from time to time when playing, especially with one of our three large dogs, but overall, is surprisingly quiet for being a probably-husky mix. He has slept quietly in his crate/pen and used puppy pads for relieving himself overnight and has gone outside all of the rest of the time like such a good boy. He likes to explore his environment thoroughly when entering a new place, but once he's scoped it out, he's most concerned about what YOU are doing and where YOU are going. Oh, and food. We should mention that. It's clear Bucky didn't always have the food he needed before coming to the rescue, so he takes mealtime pretty seriously. The minute he gets a whiff of food, he is locked in and focused - think laser beam, but furrier. We've been giving him plenty, and also giving him his space to enjoy it so he knows he doesn’t have to worry about anyone taking it, but you can tell that's his concern by the way he stands over the bowl and puts his paws in it. He's not shown any food aggression to us or our dogs, but it is important to note that he'll need some time and reassurance to feel secure about his meals coming regularly.
Another item to note about Bucky, which won't surprise anyone who has experienced the husky breed, is that he is EXTREMELY smart. We're talking, puzzle toys conquered, mastering the dog door the first night, and taking cues and direction intuitively right off the bat. He was born ready and dialed in to whatever it is you are about to ask him to do. There's that old-soul vibe again we were talking about. Yeah, he is teething, and does like to gnaw on your sweatshirt sleeve and hand, but keep lots of good chews and toys nearby and in most cases he can be redirected with a verbal command or toy substitute. He will need an experienced adopter to correct him when he chomps hard on his humans and doggy siblings. He is not a good match for families with small children or small dogs.
SO, if you are looking for a dog who:
• has already overcome bucket-sized obstacles in his life
• will serenade you with the songs of his people
• believes your personal space needs routine invasion
• considers mealtime a sacred ritual
• is smarter than your average toddler (and possibly some adults)
• and views your sleeves as a personal chew toy
Perhaps Bucky is your boy!
www.coloradopuppy.org/how-to-adopt
