Buddy

FOSTER OR FOSTER-TO-ADOPT NEEDED FOR BUDDY <br/><br/>Buddy is currently in our care, and we are so incredibly grateful we were able to step in for him.<br/><br/>He was once described as a “gentle giant,” adopted out, and later surrendered with claims that he was aggressive toward people and dogs. Those claims landed him on the euthanasia list. We brought him back into care, assessed him to see who he really is.<br/><br/>And here's the truth...<br/><br/>He is not aggressive.<br/>He is sweet.<br/>He is goofy.<br/>He is misunderstood. <br/><br/>Here's what we've learned about Buddy so far:<br/><br/> Very independent at first — listening wasn't high on his priority list But with structure, he's responding beautifully.<br/> Pulled on leash initially — with the right tools and guidance, he now walks great.<br/> He likes people! (Kid test coming soon.)<br/> He likes dogs but lacks social skills. With leadership and structure, this is very workable.<br/> Gets overexcited seeing dogs on walks — without guidance it could look “aggressive,” but with direction he does very well.<br/> Probably best in a home without cats.<br/> Could live with another dog with proper structure, pack walks, and monitored introductions. We will absolutely help guide that process.<br/> Around 5 years old — loves walks, just not ultra-marathons <br/> Treat motivated and eager to bond.<br/><br/>Buddy doesn't need perfection. He needs leadership. He needs structure. He needs someone willing to see him for who he is instead of who someone once said he was.<br/><br/>We are looking for:<br/> A foster home<br/> Or a foster-to-adopt placement<br/><br/>We will support you. We will help with training. We will set you up for success.<br/><br/>Buddy has already been failed once. Let's not let that happen again.<br/><br/>If you're willing to open your home and heart to this sweet boy, please reach out.

FOSTER OR FOSTER-TO-ADOPT NEEDED FOR BUDDY

Buddy is currently in our care, and we are so incredibly grateful we were able to step in for him.

He was once described as a “gentle giant,” adopted out, and later surrendered with claims that he was aggressive toward people and dogs. Those claims landed him on the euthanasia list. We brought him back into care, assessed him to see who he really is.

And here's the truth...

He is not aggressive.
He is sweet.
He is goofy.
He is misunderstood.

Here's what we've learned about Buddy so far:

Very independent at first — listening wasn't high on his priority list But with structure, he's responding beautifully.
Pulled on leash initially — with the right tools and guidance, he now walks great.
He likes people! (Kid test coming soon.)
He likes dogs but lacks social skills. With leadership and structure, this is very workable.
Gets overexcited seeing dogs on walks — without guidance it could look “aggres

FOSTER OR FOSTER-TO-ADOPT NEEDED FOR BUDDY

Buddy is currently in our care, and we are so incredibly grateful we were able to step in for him.

He was once described as a “gentle giant,” adopted out, and later surrendered with claims that he was aggressive toward people and dogs. Those claims landed him on the euthanasia list. We brought him back into care, assessed him to see who he really is.

And here's the truth...

He is not aggressive.
He is sweet.
He is goofy.
He is misunderstood.

Here's what we've learned about Buddy so far:

Very independent at first — listening wasn't high on his priority list But with structure, he's responding beautifully.
Pulled on leash initially — with the right tools and guidance, he now walks great.
He likes people! (Kid test coming soon.)
He likes dogs but lacks social skills. With leadership and structure, this is very workable.
Gets overexcited seeing dogs on walks — without guidance it could look “aggressive,” but with direction he does very well.
Probably best in a home without cats.
Could live with another dog with proper structure, pack walks, and monitored introductions. We will absolutely help guide that process.
Around 5 years old — loves walks, just not ultra-marathons
Treat motivated and eager to bond.

Buddy doesn't need perfection. He needs leadership. He ne