Peyton (Shazzy 09-172) [1]

Meet Shazzy or as we call him Shaz Ma Taz. He is a beautiful 3 to 4 year old Golden Lab Mix that was found as a stray in Iowa. Many thanks to all the wonderful RAGOM volunteers who had a hand in getting him vetted and transported to Eagan. And special thanks to Connie who has been there for Shazzy all the way.

He is estimated to be 3 or 4 years old and is a very laid back boy. He knows some simple commands but is not always very willing to act on them when asked. We are working on that along with some simple manners around dinner time. He does like to eat. He weighs 83.5 pounds and it seems to be a good weight for him. He loves to eat and is an absolute dream to walk. Heels nicely and LOVES it when that leash comes out. He and I have been sleeping on the floor together so I can keep him from licking his neuter incision. It was infected but is looking really good today. I think we have turned the corner and it will now heal nicely. He has met many dogs and has gotten along with all of them. I heard that he does well with cats, (He kissed one at the shelter! How cute!) but would certainly cat test him if you have a resident cat.

I think he should go to a home with older kids. He hears kids in the neighborhood and it is quite possible that he lived with kids in the past. But he is a big boy and will sneak out the door if it is left open too long. I do not know how he would do on recall as he does not know his name and I do not have a fence so I cannot take that chance. He also could very well knock them over.

He is a very happy boy and I know he looks forward to having his very own family to spend time with. If interested in this boy and you are approved, please let your placement advisor know.

I am sure you will be hearing from him soon. He watches every move as I type so I think soon he will be sitting in this chair.