Vern 03-306 [1]

9/27/2003: Vern is a 7 month neutered male Golden/Lab mix. He was turned in to an Iowa Humane Society because the owners older dog was not getting along with Vern, he was too much for them to handle and they had no time. Vern has never been to obedience training and he is not housebroken (although so far he has been fine at my house).

Vern was also temperament tested at the Humane Society. He scored very well. He is a bit shy, but very gentle for his age. The only minor problem they had was when they were examining his teeth, and even then he just wiggled a bit. Based on their results, they would not restrict him on anything i.e. a home with no kids. They thought he'd be great for any family. He also seems to be a quick learner. When surrendered, his family said he didn't know commands, but he was doing ok at the shelter. So far at my house he has gotten along with my 3 dogs and is scared of my 9 pound cat. He has been tethered to me (since he might not be housebroken) and he has been a very nice boy, he is rather rambunctious and would love to play all the time but he does settle down.

We have worked on some basic commands and so far he will sit and lay down, we will work on come and stay in the next few days. He is not fond of the gentle leader but as he is a strong boy, he will continue to wear one when out in public, he will get used to it in the next few days as well. I'll report more as I get to know him and after our vet appointment...but I think he will be a quick placement.