Ace

ACE — A VERY SPECIAL DOG LOOKING FOR A VERY SPECIAL HOME <br/><br/>Ace is adorable. <br/>Ace is cuddly. <br/>Ace is affectionate. <br/>And Ace is complicated. <br/><br/>When Ace loves you, he REALLY loves you. He is an absolutely fabulous cuddler who will happily curl up beside his person and soak up affection. He has a sweet, endearing side that makes you understand immediately why someone could fall completely in love with him. <br/><br/>But Ace also has a very serious behavioral issue that potential adopters MUST understand before considering him. <br/><br/>Ace can have an extremely sudden change in behavior. It’s almost as though a switch flips. He may be happily cuddling or interacting with his person and then, when he decides he’s finished, he can escalate very quickly into defensive/aggressive behavior, including attempting to bite. <br/><br/>The transition can happen with very little obvious warning, and his reactions don’t always appear to have an obvious trigger to someone unfamiliar with him. We have had Ace evaluated by a veterinarian, and no underlying medical cause has been identified to explain this behavior. Because we’ve now had several months to live with Ace and truly get to know him, we feel it’s important to be completely transparent: Ace is NOT your typical easygoing Goldendoodle. He requires an adopter who understands canine behavior, respects boundaries, and is willing to manage him rather than assuming his adorable face and cuddly personality tell the whole story. <br/><br/> What we believe would be the best home for Ace: Only pet <br/> One or two adults <br/> No children under 12 <br/> Someone experienced with dogs and comfortable recognizing subtle body language <br/> Someone who understands that affection must happen on Ace’s terms <br/> A calm, predictable home with structure and consistency <br/> Someone who is willing to continue working with him and put safety and management first We are not looking for just anyone who thinks Ace is cute. We are looking for the right person who can look at the whole dog — the incredibly sweet, cuddly side AND the very serious behavioral concerns — and honestly decide whether they are equipped to live with both. We also want to acknowledge that what we were initially told about Ace’s behavior did not fully prepare us for what we’ve experienced after getting to know him. We cannot say what happened in his previous home or why he ultimately needed to be rehomed, but the extent of his behavioral concerns was not apparent to us at intake. That is exactly why we are being so forthcoming now. Ace deserves a home that understands him, and his future family deserves to know exactly what they’re taking on. We don’t want Ace labeled as a “bad dog.” He’s not. He’s a dog with a significant behavioral issue that makes him an inappropriate match for many homes. And somewhere out there may be the person who is exactly the right fit for him. <br/><br/>If that might be you, please understand that Ace will require an honest conversation, careful screening, and a very intentional introduction before placement. Ace is not for everyone. And that’s okay. We’re looking for the person who can love the whole Ace. <br/><br/>Adoption Application: https://form.jotform.com/240324856487161

ACE — A VERY SPECIAL DOG LOOKING FOR A VERY SPECIAL HOME

Ace is adorable.
Ace is cuddly.
Ace is affectionate.
And Ace is complicated.

When Ace loves you, he REALLY loves you. He is an absolutely fabulous cuddler who will happily curl up beside his person and soak up affection. He has a sweet, endearing side that makes you understand immediately why someone could fall completely in love with him.

But Ace also has a very serious behavioral issue that potential adopters MUST understand before considering him.

Ace can have an extremely sudden change in behavior. It’s almost as though a switch flips. He may be happily cuddling or interacting with his person and then, when he decides he’s finished, he can escalate very quickly into defensive/aggressive behavior, including attempting to bite.

The transition can happen with very little obvious warning, and his reactions don’t always appear to have an obvious trigger to someone unfamiliar with him. We have had Ace

ACE — A VERY SPECIAL DOG LOOKING FOR A VERY SPECIAL HOME

Ace is adorable.
Ace is cuddly.
Ace is affectionate.
And Ace is complicated.

When Ace loves you, he REALLY loves you. He is an absolutely fabulous cuddler who will happily curl up beside his person and soak up affection. He has a sweet, endearing side that makes you understand immediately why someone could fall completely in love with him.

But Ace also has a very serious behavioral issue that potential adopters MUST understand before considering him.

Ace can have an extremely sudden change in behavior. It’s almost as though a switch flips. He may be happily cuddling or interacting with his person and then, when he decides he’s finished, he can escalate very quickly into defensive/aggressive behavior, including attempting to bite.

The transition can happen with very little obvious warning, and his reactions don’t always appear to have an obvious trigger to someone unfamiliar with him. We have had Ace evaluated by a veterinarian, and no underlying medical cause has been identified to explain this behavior. Because we’ve now had several months to live with Ace and truly get to know him, we feel it’s important to be completely transparent: Ace is NOT your typical easygoing Goldendoodle. He requires an adopter who understands canine behavior, respects boundaries, and is willing to manage him rat