Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Ande is a one-and-a-half-year-old, German Shepherd/Lab mix. He was adopted from the local humane society at7 months old. Prior to this he was a stray, so his background is a bit of a mystery. Ande’s health is well-maintained with all vaccinations being up to date along with regular deworming, flea, and tick medication. He has no known allergies. Ande is an incredibly loyal, smart, playful, sweet, and affectionate boy. He would be the perfect dog for someone who really loves GSDs, but is looking for a smaller version. He is very much a shadow to his favourite person, following them wherever they go. He can be a bit fearful in new places or situations, finding it difficult to settle, but in time he really takes to napping and enjoying the quiet with a chew toy or games. Ande loves belly, chest, earrubs, and sniffing around in the yard. He's become a reallygood snuggler and is eager to dive into the position of a little spoon, to fully lay on top of his person on the floor, or to gently rest his head in laps and on shoulders. In his previous home, Ande was observed guarding the other dog in the familywhile at the park, doggie daycare and on walks. He seems to have a highprey drive for cats and other small animals. For this reason, it would be best if Ande were the only pet in his next home. Ande has shown to be reactive on leash. If a dog walks by, it works well to continue walking, say his name, and when he makes eye contact provide him with a treat. When approached by loose dogs, Ande relies on his person to step between him and the dogs to manage the situation and keep everyone at a distance. Andebarks and jumps on people when he is really excited and should not approach anyone with chronic pain or difficulties with balance, until he settles. Ande is potty, car, and crate-trained. He also knows to wait and sit at doorways, gates, and stairs.He’s a fast eater and will not stop once he starts, even with a slow feed bowl. He enjoys his dinners being scattered throughout the house or yard, in puzzles, or wrapped in a twisted towel. Ande is a very quick learner. In his foster home, he learned several new commands in a very short period of time, such as bringing his bed to the in-home office when it was time to go to “work.” He is extremely food motivated.Otherstimulating rewards, like tug of war, may be used especially in situations where he needs to release some excess energy. The morning is a time of great celebration for Ande. He will dance, run around, and show off the first thing he can grab, when greeting his person for the day. No matter the level of activity from the day, he will be exhausted by 9:00pm and ready to call it a night. Ande is brimming with potential and eager to find a best friend who willbe excited about training with him! Name: Ande Breed: GSD/Lab mix Weight: 55 pounds Gender: Male Spayed/neutered: Neutered Age: approximately1.5 years old. Reason for Intake: He guards the female GSD in the home which means he needs to go to a separate doggie daycare, they can't be walked off leash together, and they can't go to the dog park together. Up to Date with Vetting: Yes Good with dogs: No Good with cats: No Good with kids: Unknown. Good with strangers: Yes Resource guarding issues: With other animals, not people. Ever bitten a human: No Ever bitten a dog: No Fears: Separation/being alone, some men, new objects. Housetrained: Yes. He toilets in theyard and on walks. Crate trained: Yes. He is crated for about 3-4 hours during the day, and overnight. Good in the car: Yes Bark when left alone: Only when adjusting to the new home, whencratedduring the day. Destructive: Yes, when left alone (needs to be crated)Has ingested plush toys and blankets Energy Level: Medium Leash skills: He pulls and is reactive to other dogs. Okay with physical handling/manipulations: Loves to be brushed, okay to bathe and have his nails trimmed. Known commands: Sit, Down, Wait, Come, Drop It, Leave It, No, Let's Go, Let’s Go to Work, Break, Get It, Hello? (to bark), Paw, Sit Pretty, Sit/Stay (at doorways/stairs), Go/Back, Yes/Good/Thank You (for marking). Food on now: Royal Canin Adult, 1.5 cups 2x/day. Behavioural issues: Pullson leash, leash reactivity with other dogs, jumping when excited, separation anxiety, highprey drive (re: cats and small animals). Medical issues: None. June 7, 2024, 12:47 pm
