Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Let me tell you, when I turned thirteen years old this year, I never thought I'd be surrendered to a shelter. I'd lived in my home since I was only eight weeks old, so I thought it would be forever, but I guess I was wrong. My name is Buddy, but I answer to "Dummy" too. Yes, that's what they called me sometimes. Being the species that I am, I didn't understand how insulting that was. Once the humans explained it to me, I was really offended. I'm not a dummy - I happen to be quite intelligent.I suppose part of my current situation could be because of some of the things I did. You see, I spent time in a crate, and when I was left outside I was boring, and being the social butterfly that I am, I thought it would be OK if I went to find someone who would play with me. Apparently Mom and Dad did not agree with my decisions, and I always got in trouble for leaving.It was really easy to get out of my yard. I would dig under the fence, or jump on top of that box out there, then jump right over that darned old fence. Easy peasy. Not much could hold me in my yard if I was determined to get out! It might have been because I wasn't neutered either...To make it even better, every time I got out, I got to ride in a car! I just LOVE to ride in cars! Someone would pick me up and take me to their home, or to the shelter, or even to the police station! They're so nice there. The problem was, every time I got to go for a ride, Mom and Dad had to pay money to get me back. I think after a while I got too expensive, so maybe that's why I had to come here.Anyway, this is my situation now and I'm going to make the best of it. I'm thirteen years old, but I'm still quite chipper for my age! I love to go for walks, I'm great on a leash, and I will occasionally chase a ball. I enjoy a squeaky toy once in a while, and I'd love to gnaw on a yummy chew-toy!I'd like a home where there will be someone who will pay attention to me, and not leave me alone too often. I do like to take naps during the day (who doesn't, right?) but I'd like someone to be there when I wake up. I could sleep in your bed if that's allowed, but I also like to hang out in my open-door crate. Here at the shelter I enjoy hanging out with the girls in the office, and I've learned not to bark when people come in the door. See how smart I am?It would be OK for me to have a four-legged brother or sister in my new home. I get along with the dogs here at the shelter, but I haven't met any of the cats yet, so I'm not sure about them. If you don't have a dog now, that's OK too - that will just mean I'll get all of your attention!I hope some nice family decides I'm just what they're looking for, and sends in an application to adopt me. I hope they don't think I'm too old. I don't think I am. If you're that family - the one that's going to give me a forever home this time - send in an application! Once it's approved, we'll make plans to meet each other. I'm very excited to meet my new family, so if you're ready, I'm ready too!
