Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Eight months ago, Troy was found on the side of a highway in Mexico, desperately trying to survive. Hungry and exhausted, he searched through trash for something to eat. His little body was covered in ticks, he was suffering from mange, weighed only 9 kg, and was fighting for his life. Soon after his rescue, Troy was diagnosed with ehrlichiosis, a serious disease transmitted by ticks. His condition became critical, and he required blood transfusions, intensive veterinary care, and over a month of treatment. It was a long road to recovery. But through every challenge, Troy never stopped being gentle. Despite everything he had endured, he continued to trust people, seek affection, and greet everyone with kindness. His loving heart never changed. Today, Troy is completely healthy and ready for the next chapter of his life. Troy is still a puppy at heart. He loves cuddling with his people, following them from room to room, playing with squeaky toys, and spending time with other dogs. His happiest moments are simply being close to those he loves. Fireworks can make him a little nervous, but treats, positive reinforcement, and lots of cuddles quickly reassure him. Because of the illness he survived, Troy isn't eligible to be a blood donor for other dogs, but he is healthy, full of life, and ready to share his love with a family of his own. Troy has already survived the hardest part of his journey. Now he's waiting for the one thing he's never truly had-a forever home where he'll never have to wonder if he's safe, loved, or enough. Medical Notes: Treated for ehrlichia Good with adults: Yes Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes, he is a very easy going dog Good with cats: Yes, Troy lived with cats for around 2 months, and everything went very well. He behaved gently and calmly around them and adapted nicely to sharing space with other animals Housetrained: Yes, goes outside or on pee pads and is a very fast learner Crate trained: In progress Energy Level: Low/Medium Flight risk: All dogs should be considered flight risks in new environments Food aggressive: No, but we recommend feeding all dogs separate Current food: Kirkland adult chicken Barker: No Walks on leash: Yes, learning and doing so well Leash reactive to people or dogs: No Rides well in car: Yes, he likes car rides Destructive: No Needs a home with a yard: Preferred Needs a home with another dog: Preferred, but not a necessity Can live in an apartment: Possibly Please visit our website niagaradogrescue.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs.
