Mercury

Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement-Kennel License #2617<br/><br/>Could he do well with kids? Yes, with children around 14 years, on a kid-by-kid basis.<br/><br/>Could he do well with other dogs? Mercury can be selective with other dogs. Multiple meets might be necessary.<br/><br/>Has this dog lived with cats? Unknown. [The Lycoming County SPCA does not "cat test" dogs per the Association of Shelter Veterinarian's Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters.]<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Condensed Staff Assessment Notes: Mercury is a high-energy pup with a natural curiosity, often pulling on the leash to explore. While he showed hesitation in new situations, he communicated his discomfort clearly, such as becoming stiff when unsure about play. He relaxed with a different approach, especially when toys were introduced. Although he preferred to keep the toys to himself, he used body-blocking and gentle mouthing to signal he wanted space, but it was easy to retrieve them once his interest waned.<br/><br/>He can be cautious around strangers, initially displaying defensive barking but warming up with proper handling. He enjoyed attention but disliked his tail being touched. When frustrated, particularly after being alone, he can become highly aroused, jumping up or grabbing at the leash. Mercury showed discomfort around another dog, becoming offensive/defensive when overwhelmed, and struggled to recover in its presence.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>For more resources to help with any step of your adoption journey go to: https://go.petadoptiongateway.com/LycomingDT

Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement-Kennel License #2617

Could he do well with kids? Yes, with children around 14 years, on a kid-by-kid basis.

Could he do well with other dogs? Mercury can be selective with other dogs. Multiple meets might be necessary.

Has this dog lived with cats? Unknown. [The Lycoming County SPCA does not "cat test" dogs per the Association of Shelter Veterinarian's Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters.]

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Condensed Staff Assessment Notes: Mercury is a high-energy pup with a natural curiosity, often pulling on the leash to explore. While he showed hesitation in new situations, he communicated his discomfort clearly, such as becoming stiff when unsure about play. He relaxed with a different approach, especially when toys were introduced. Although he preferred to keep the toys to himself, he used body-blocking and gentle mouthing to signal he wanted space, but it was easy to retrieve them once his interest waned.

He can be cautious around st

Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement-Kennel License #2617

Could he do well with kids? Yes, with children around 14 years, on a kid-by-kid basis.

Could he do well with other dogs? Mercury can be selective with other dogs. Multiple meets might be necessary.

Has this dog lived with cats? Unknown. [The Lycoming County SPCA does not "cat test" dogs per the Association of Shelter Veterinarian's Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters.]

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Condensed Staff Assessment Notes: Mercury is a high-energy pup with a natural curiosity, often pulling on the leash to explore. While he showed hesitation in new situations, he communicated his discomfort clearly, such as becoming stiff when unsure about play. He relaxed with a different approach, especially when toys were introduced. Although he preferred to keep the toys to himself, he used body-blocking and gentle mouthing to signal he wanted space, but it was easy to retrieve them once his interest waned.

He can be cautious around strangers, initially displaying defensive barking but warming up with proper handling. He enjoyed attention but disliked his tail being touched. When frustrated, particularly after being alone, he can become highly aroused, jumping up or grabbing at the leash. Mercury showed discomfort around another dog, becoming offensive/defensive when overwhelmed, and struggled to recover in its presence.
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