Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Written by a volunteer at the shelter:
It is all about Remington for me. I was so glad to pick him up yesterday again. I mentioned to kennel staff that he is putting on weight and he needs more exercise (or less food and treats). This poor guy has been at the shelter since New Year's Eve last year.
On the way out, we bumped into a darling pup called Starburst whose final adoption was under way. I made a mental note that the morning was starting quite well.
As usual, Remi jumped in the car willingly, happily, no questions asked after attending to his business first. I love watching him in the back of the car through the rearview mirror. He is facing the back, sitting, ears propped up, watching traffic, being a darling boy.
Our mission was to scout the Overend Mountain Park trail system on a glorious day. My friend wanted to avoid bikers so we headed towards the top of the hill, Hogsback via Slime Gulch. Remi was in heaven, smelling and inspecting all kinds of bushes on the way, while us humans were huffing and puffing, up the slope.
Once we reached the closed gate to Perins Peak BLM limit, we contemplated the "scarry" stretch ahead of us, taking us to the top of Hogsback. Remi was on a waist leash, happy as could be, watching our progress, stopping, lunging, inspecting the steep trail while we carefully placed our poles ahead of us. It wasn't easy. We were glad to finally reach a humongous boulder (how did it get there) which Remi proceeded to climb on it to get a perfect 360 degree view of our spectacular surroundings.
I had often contemplated the knife ridge which was now before us from below on Leyden Street. Some segments looked quite daunting, especially with Remington, having a field day around us. My girlfriend came up with a brilliant idea. She would wait at the top with Remi while I went down the steepest parts and send him after me (unleashed). Well, that worked great. Not only was he thrilled to be free for a while, but he came back to join me again and again till we were in a better, more levelled area of the trail and I could leash him again. He did not wander very far. Perfect companion for a demanding hike, is what Remington is.
I was so glad we tested him and discovered another trait that would make him a perfect fit for an active family. And remember that he loves balls and toys.
Back towards safer grounds, Remi let people and dogs pass us, quite comfortable the whole time.
Each time I interact with Remington, I am always amazed by his happy demeanor. After so much time waiting for an adopter, I can see that he is a fighter, hopeful for a better life.
