Dougie Poodle & Golden Retriever Mix Westmeath, ON

Dougie is available ?

Age: 6-8 years old

Breed: Poodle mix

Fosters location: Westmeath

Is your dog good with other dogs: Yes, he prefers interacting with the female dogs in the home but must be adopted into a home with another well mannered dog.

Is your dog good with cats: Yes, Dougie lives with a cat and he really has not interest in the cat.

Is your dog good with kids: Yes, respectful of his space and understands boundaries (8+)

Current size: Medium

Estimated adult size: Full Grown

Is your dog house trained: Dougie is working very hard a being house trained. He’s still learning how to make it known that he needs to go outside.

Is your dog crate trained: Yes. Dougie has no issues with his crate during the daytime or at night

Does your dog have any special needs/medical conditions: Doug currently eats water down food as he has had dental surgery and had quite a few teeth removed (14 teeth to be exact but he’s fully healed from the surgery)

Does your dog have any or display any aggressions (toys, food, people, leash reactivity): Dougie is learning to tolerate the leash. Everything is scary to Dougie and his flight reaction kicks in.

Is your dog playful: No, he’s still slowly coming out of his shell

Describe the dogs energy level: Low-Medium more energy when another dog in the home is getting attention.

Does your dog like to snuggle: No

Does your dog know basic commands: Dougie knows “crate” but hes still working on other commands

Does your dog know any special tricks: Not yet

Does your dog like to go on walks: Not yet, Dougie is very fearful and the slightest change in the outdoor environment can make his flight reaction kick in

Does your dog have any fears: Loud noises and sudden movements startled him, but he's been doing better than when he first arrived in his foster home

Does your dog have any unique traits you have noticed, whether in personality or physically: Dougie loves to be near his people. He may not want to be touched and cuddled all the time but he will follow you from room to room to make sure you don’t stray to far from him.

What are the first 3 words that come to mind when you think of your dog: Quiet, friendly, soft

In a short paragraph please provide any other details or a brief overview of your foster dog: Dougie is still learning how to come out of his shell and how to be a dog in a home. He is a very sweet little guy who loves being talked to. Doug doesn’t really like toys or treats but is always happy to be with his humans! I don’t think he ever stops smiling! He has a very quiet demeanor and loves to find himself a chunk of sunshine coming through the windows to nap in.

If you’re interested in adopting Doug, please apply below ????

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