Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This guy isn't "one and done", you're not going to come pick him up and take him home. You're going to have to get to know him and build trust in him before he'll accept you as his leader.
HISTORY
LD got cheated out of his life and being a good dog. He was surrendered to the shelter around 6 months likely due to behaviors created by a lack of training. He was adopted and in a home for a year where his owner didn't do any training, socialization, and it is doubtful he was ever allowed into the house. That owner tried to rehome him unsuccessfully and LD was found on the freeway attempting to stop cars and get into a vehicle. After he was picked up he was doing great until he landed at the rescue.
LD is located in West Richland, Wa. We advertise our dogs in a variety of locations in an effort to improve their chances of finding great homes. We can assure you, this pup is well worth a road trip!
SOCIALIZATION
LD has lived at a rescue facility for 8 years and largely been kept separate from dogs and people due to his reactivity to strangers. He adapted to his foster mom easily and several others that took the time to gain his trust. Once he trusts you and sees you as his leader you won't find a better best friend.
LD will need an experienced leader who is patient and can work with him until he feels safe and secure.
LD currently lives on my sofa; he's started to monopolize my side and seems to prefer being in constant contact with me even if he's overheating. He spends some of his day crated when other dogs are out to play and get outside
GENERAL TEMPERAMENT AND BEHAVIOR
LD could be an 80-pound lap dog if you allow for that, he's a very good cuddler.
He enjoys being outside in the sunshine either on the grass or a comfy bed. He plays with a big jolly ball and will balance it on his nose along the fence.
He has no thoughts of running away or trying to escape a fenced area. He's been visited by others in his yard and typically he gets along well with them, but he hasn't gotten along well with another male dog that got surprised when a door opened unexpectedly and there was an inappropriate introduction.
He will play fetch with balls, toys, or soccer with his special bigger ball. He also loves a dip in the pool but if his feet don't touch, he gets freaked out.
Hiking when its cooler weather is another of his favorite things. He does well on leash if you show him who the leader is.
LD will bark at things that don't belong and strangers. He's easy to muzzle for meeting new people or going to the vet.
TRAINING
He's crate trained, sometimes requires being bribed with good treats or eggs before he'll go in.
HEALTH STATUS
LD has been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and treated for parasites. He appears to be in good health, and weighs around 80 lbs. Based on available information, we’ve designated 09/30/2017 making him at least 8 years old.
LD’s adoption fee is $400. To adopt this special dog, please complete an online adoption application at https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HAWA-A-70 or write to HearthfireART@gmail.com and request an adoption application form.
HART's dogs are all in private homes - we do not have a facility. We will be happy to arrange for you to meet LD, and any of our other dogs you may be interested in, once we have approved your application to adopt.
Please note, LD is located in the Tri-Cities, Eastern Washington. We do not transport our dogs via a third party, but, if necessary, we will arrange transportation to an approved home within the Pacific Northwest, at your expense.
