Reese 14-066

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
3/16/14  Optional  Not tested   Optional Not tested 
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

Reese made it to his foster home safe and sound at about 8pm Sunday night. He is a 45 lb bundle of energy. He was initially stressed (as any dog would be) but showed his true self very quickly (within an hour). He loves attention, hopping up to be petted and make his presence known. He wouldn't take any treats or food from me (which I attribute to stress), but found the water dish quickly.

When it was time for bed, Reese needed some coercing to get into his kennel. I think he just didn't want to go to bed yet, because he quickly settled down and went the entire night without a whine. He was patient in the morning while I got ready so I think he is used to a kennel.

This morning he was ready to play and we played fetch for awhile. He is terrific at bringing it back and dropping it in your hand. After work we'll get to try his first walk with the Gentle Leader. He is a puller so we'll have to work at that in this next week or so.

Reese is going in this afternoon for his wellness check, Rabies shot, and Microchipping. I'm sure this cute boy will win over a few of the hearts in the vet clinic today!

That's all for now, more updates when we have some more time together.

Matt & Reese

At a Glance #14-066

Mixed Breed Born: August 2012
Male 45 lbs

Status: Adopted

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
3/16/14  Optional  Not tested   Optional Not tested 
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

Reese made it to his foster home safe and sound at about 8pm Sunday night. He is a 45 lb bundle of energy. He was initially stressed (as any dog would be) but showed his true self very quickly (within an hour). He loves attention, hopping up to be petted and make his presence known. He wouldn't take any treats or food from me (which I attribute to stress), but found the water dish quickly.

When it was time for bed, Reese needed some coercing to get into his kennel. I think he just didn't want to go to bed yet, because he quickly settled down and went the entire night without a whine. He was patient in the morning while I got ready so I think he is used to a kennel.

This morning he was ready to play and we played fetch for awhile. He is terrific at bringing it back and dropping it in your hand. After work we'll get to try his first walk with the Gentle Leader. He is a puller so we'll have to work at that in this next week or so.

Reese is going in this afternoon for his wellness check, Rabies shot, and Microchipping. I'm sure this cute boy will win over a few of the hearts in the vet clinic today!

That's all for now, more updates when we have some more time together.

Matt & Reese

Updates

Sunday, March 30, 2014

It's been an interesting week with Reese. Sunday he was neutered and he didn't even make it to day 2 before he was back to his normal playful self.

I noticed a big change in Reese's personality these past few days.  He has settled down quite a bit and is starting to respect some of the rules of the house.  He sits willingly when going outside to the bathroom, and also when we go on walks.  Before this week it was quite a chore getting the tether leash and gentle leader on him because he wouldn't sit still.  Now, he's calm and patient while I do it, and he isn't fighting either of them on the walk.

Walks are getting to be more fun because he walks along side and the leashes are loose, not tight.  I'm amazed at the progress he's made in such a short time, and hope that by the time he goes out to a loving family he's a champion walker!

There have been some moments though between my resident Shiba and him.  Murphy isn't taking kindly to some of Reese's youthful behavior.  Most of that has to do with my resident dog not being used to having another dog to share toys, food, and his owner's affection with.  This has not been an uncommon thing for Murphy when meeting other younger dogs so I wouldn't blame Reese.  We're working through it, and I still think another dog who is less picky or territorial would be a terrific situation for Reese.  

Here's one of their better moments, Reese partaking in one of Murphy's favorite pastimes (looking out the window):

Saturday Reese had his first meet-up with a potential adopting family.  Unfortunately it wasn't a good fit for them so we're still looking for his forever home.  I certainly don't mind having him a little longer, either.  We can work more on his manners and walking behaviors so he can be even better in his forever home.

I have seen a noticeable calming in his behavior and he now feels much more like a companion than a needy dog.  Reese lies next to me calmly and I can tell he feels more secure that his owner loves him and isn't going to leave him.

I know this pup will not be with me much longer, he's too good a companion not to find a loving family soon.

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Reese is just completing his first week with me and he gets more and more lovable every day.  We started out kind of rocky and being nervous about being in the kennel while I was gone.  But by day 3 he was falling into the swing of things and voluntarily goes in.  When I come home from work, no one is happier to see me than Reese.  It's a huge explosion of energy all at once until he settles down.

Monday Reese had his vet visit and checked out with a clean bill of health.  He's now fully UTD on shots, microchipped, and is negative for heartworm.  Once we got back from the vet I gave him a walk and a game of fetch to expend some of his energy.  Later on that night he settled into "sweet" mode.  

Tuesday we started walking with the Gentle Leader.  Now I've used a gentle leader with my little Shiba and I thought he fought that thing hard to escape it.  But nothing compared to Reese's initial annoyance with it!  The Gentle Leader takes patience and consistency, and the ones that fight it the most need it the most.  By the end of the block, he figured out that the walk was going to go better if he actually walked.  We continued daily walks with it the rest of the week.  Each day got a little longer and Friday my walk was amazing.  He didn't struggle at all and both my tether and leader leash were loose the entire way!  This young guy catches on quickly.  I'm sure there will be some setbacks but with continued use he'll be a terrific walk (or run) partner.  His recall is so good that I think he'd stick by you off leash as well.

Wednesday was the first day my resident Shiba Murphy finally warmed up to Reese.  Reese had been trying to play with him all week and got nothing but growls and groans from this 5 year old dog of mine.  But Wednesday night Murphy emerged from his usual hiding place behind my chair and initiated a brief play session.  Reese was kind of taken aback, didn't know whether it was alright to play.  With enough prodding from Murphy they chased each other around the chair for about 5 minutes until Murphy got tired.

Today (Sunday) Reese had his appointment for neutering.  He made it through like a champ and is now resting comfortably on the couch.

With this week to recover he'll be ready to go out to an adopting family.

Reese is a terrific dog and the lucky family that gets to adopt him will find that out.  His only real issue right now is manners, and having too much love and affection for his owner.  He is really longing for attention and likes to leap up to get it from you.  He likes to follow me into the kitchen, the bathroom, or wherever else I'm going to make sure I'm coming back.  With some time and an understanding & patient family, Reese can grow into a polite and affectionate dog rather than just an affectionate dog.

That's all for now,

Reese & Matt