Jack (Boo 14-369)

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
 11/22/2014 Not required  Yes  Optional  Not tested 
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

We'd like everyone to meet Boo!  (He looks more like a "Bandit" to us, but that will be for his forever family to decide.)  He is a golden mix that was dropped off at a shelter in Alabama around Halloween with his litter mates who were all given names related to the holiday.   Appears he is about 8 weeks old. 

This poor little guy has been a very sick pup this week, but it is nothing time and some meds won't cure.  Thank goodness!!  Prior to getting to our house he had contracted Giardia and it ended up being a pretty bad case which included one night in the hospital.  It is amazing what one day of IV meds did for him and the different personality that is emerging as he feels better.  The second round of shots are completed and are scheduled for his rabies in about 2 weeks. Other than the upset tummy, the vet thought he was in really good shape.  One of his litter mates did have Parvo but Boo has been tested for two different strains and is negative.

Boo is all puppy - running, playing, chewing, etc.  Although he has a tendency to go for inappropriate items for his chewing preferences, he can easily be distracted with puppy toys.  Tug seems to be one of his favorite games.   He is a great eater and doesn't mind our three resident dogs while he eats.  Believe he will be a quick learner as he already tells us when he is hungry.  Am working with Boo to be gentle in taking treats and is catching on quickly.  Potty training is a work in progress and is complicated with his upset tummy.  One quirk with Boo is that he isn't very vocal when he wants to go out at night and will mess his kennel if we don't hear him move.   The trick is to leave his collar with tags on so we hear them jingle and that is our cue to take him out.  We have been pretty successful with that approach.  He sleeps about 3-4 hours a stretch at night but had a treat of 6 solid hours last night. 

Though he doesn't let you know at night when he needs to go out, he is vocal during the day when he wants out of his kennel.   He has a different bark that has almost a "trill" to it and can sound more like a cat.  He definitely prefers to be with his people.   Believe he will get along great with other dogs that are interested in playing.  We have a two year old resident that is all about playing, but our older residents are not so thrilled with Boo as he doesn't take subtle hints quickly.  Have no idea on how he would do with cats.

Being a true southerner, he is not too fond of our cold weather.  This has been great for us as he has no interest in dilly dallying - just goes out for the necessities and is ready to be in the warm house.   With training, I do not believe a fence would be required for him. 

Best of all, he can be an excellent snuggler!!!  If you are looking to grow with this young guy, there will be a huge reward of love and kisses!!!

At a Glance #14-369

Mixed Breed Born: September 2014
Male 7 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
 11/22/2014 Not required  Yes  Optional  Not tested 
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

We'd like everyone to meet Boo!  (He looks more like a "Bandit" to us, but that will be for his forever family to decide.)  He is a golden mix that was dropped off at a shelter in Alabama around Halloween with his litter mates who were all given names related to the holiday.   Appears he is about 8 weeks old. 

This poor little guy has been a very sick pup this week, but it is nothing time and some meds won't cure.  Thank goodness!!  Prior to getting to our house he had contracted Giardia and it ended up being a pretty bad case which included one night in the hospital.  It is amazing what one day of IV meds did for him and the different personality that is emerging as he feels better.  The second round of shots are completed and are scheduled for his rabies in about 2 weeks. Other than the upset tummy, the vet thought he was in really good shape.  One of his litter mates did have Parvo but Boo has been tested for two different strains and is negative.

Boo is all puppy - running, playing, chewing, etc.  Although he has a tendency to go for inappropriate items for his chewing preferences, he can easily be distracted with puppy toys.  Tug seems to be one of his favorite games.   He is a great eater and doesn't mind our three resident dogs while he eats.  Believe he will be a quick learner as he already tells us when he is hungry.  Am working with Boo to be gentle in taking treats and is catching on quickly.  Potty training is a work in progress and is complicated with his upset tummy.  One quirk with Boo is that he isn't very vocal when he wants to go out at night and will mess his kennel if we don't hear him move.   The trick is to leave his collar with tags on so we hear them jingle and that is our cue to take him out.  We have been pretty successful with that approach.  He sleeps about 3-4 hours a stretch at night but had a treat of 6 solid hours last night. 

Though he doesn't let you know at night when he needs to go out, he is vocal during the day when he wants out of his kennel.   He has a different bark that has almost a "trill" to it and can sound more like a cat.  He definitely prefers to be with his people.   Believe he will get along great with other dogs that are interested in playing.  We have a two year old resident that is all about playing, but our older residents are not so thrilled with Boo as he doesn't take subtle hints quickly.  Have no idea on how he would do with cats.

Being a true southerner, he is not too fond of our cold weather.  This has been great for us as he has no interest in dilly dallying - just goes out for the necessities and is ready to be in the warm house.   With training, I do not believe a fence would be required for him. 

Best of all, he can be an excellent snuggler!!!  If you are looking to grow with this young guy, there will be a huge reward of love and kisses!!!

Updates

Sunday, December 14, 2014

Good news for little Boo - there is solid poo!!!  Very strange way to start an update, but if you have ever had a pup with a really bad tummy, it is a time to celebrate!  He is eating and drinking really well and has grown a bit, too.  Although he was doing better, he wasn't as close to solid as we had hoped so we did move him over to feedings of rice and chicken which is doing the trick. 

With the tummy improving our nights have become much better, too.  He has slept for 6-8 hours the last 4 nights.  Kennel training is going very well.  Have left him a few times as we've run errands for a few hours and he has kept his kennel very clean. 

Last night we had friends over and he did really well in meeting them (minus a tiny excited piddle right away).  Loved to play and cuddle with kids.  He still has some typical puppy biting tendencies, which is totally normal, but is learning to "kiss" instead of bite.  Although we may be partial, we think Boo is extremely smart as he has caught on to "sit" and "nice" for taking treats gently.  Remember he isn't even 3 months old!!!

Since the days have warmed up, he has decided playing outside is pretty fun.  He will run and chase with our youngest. Walking on a leash is improving.  Although, he does tell you when he is done - sits down, pulls back on the leash and tries for a full sprint back home.  He has grown enough to make it up to the couch.  The pride Boo has in this accomplishment has been very entertaining.  There is a tender side to this young man, too.  This week our eldest resident dog had a really tough day.  Even though Boo and he don't spend quality time together, Boo picked up on it and gently laid down on him to provide comfort.  So heartwarming!!!

This week will see another visit to the vet for a tummy check-up, rabies shot and micro-chip.  Then we will be able to schedule Boo's neutering within the next 3 to 4 weeks. 

If you take the time to listen, he is very good at telling you things.  One of his favorite asks is to be held while he sleeps. The routine is to play for 1 -2 hours and then need a nap.  He will come and jump up on your knee and lean in for pets but stays until you pick him up where he snuggles right in to your chest for a snooze.  It is adorable!!!! Boo may not need to be in a home with another pup, but he definitely needs a forever family that has the time and interest to cuddle.