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FOSTER HOME NEEDED
Statistics
Name: Gideon
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix
Age: 2 Years
Size: Medium 45 lbs. ~Medium range: 26-60 lbs
Adoption Donation: $180 - $100 donation (Thank you to April Olson) = $80 (applicable sales tax included). Adoption fees may be paid by cash or check.
Other: Neutered Male, Vaccinations current, Microchip, No Childen
Gideon is super sweet and laid-back.
Foster Home Feedback
* No Children
11/6/17 Volunteer Feedback: Sweet Gideon is one of my building buddies. The dogs who live at the shelter long-term hold a soft spot in my heart. They wait sometimes for a very long time to get a foster because of some quirk...and with Gideon, it is his fear of men and children. Getting the resident dogs out of the building on community outings is so important for their mental health. So Gideon is my every Monday morning "buddy" and he helps deliver my meals on wheels route. I so look forward to letting him out of his kennel and having him jump into his co-pilot seat next to me and he literally is P E R F E C T in every way. He shows no fear of any male pedestrians near the car or men in cars right next to him at stop signs. He is quiet, practically immobile, and the smells from the basket of meals don't tempt him to try and grab something for himself! Most Mondays we run a few other errands and he quietly and patiently waits for me when I leave the car. Some days we grab a treat in a drive-thru food establishment...and on other occasions, I will bring Gideon over to play in my yard and maybe give him a bath. His manners are impeccable here. This guy is completely potty trained, active and loves to play...but also loves to snuggle.
Gideon is such a wonderful dog and I pray some happily single female will apply to be a foster for him...or even better yet...adopt him! He has so much love to give...won't someone give him that chance?? Could it be you??
11/6/17 Volunteer Feedback: Mr. Gideon is continually growing and getting comfortable with others. He is still VERY fearful of men, so a home with a female owner may be best. Gideon also has some stranger danger, so a home without a lot of traffic would be ideal.
Gideon has been attending training class every other week and has been doing excellent! He is becoming calmer around other dogs and people and learning that new spaces are okay. Gideon’s favorite trick is to shake. Sometimes he forgets the sit part and goes right to the shake, what a goofy dude! Although shake may be his favorite, he also knows sit and down. We are working on stay, and he is becoming pretty comfortable with it.
This dog is the cuddliest dog I know! He has no boundaries. When volunteers enter to see him (if he feels comfortable with them), he smiles and wiggles his entire body. Gideon showers our faces with affectionate kisses and wants to sit on our laps. I have taken many naps with this dog and he is the best cuddle buddy.
Gideon needs a foster home or forever home that is patient and willing to work through his issues. I truly believe that in the right home, Gideon would be the best companion, showing unconditional love and affection. In a home that is willing to work with Gideon and overcome his issues, he will be the best dog that ever entered your life. He has helped all the volunteers grow and I know he will continue to do so. So, consider this dude, you will not regret it!
11/6/17 Volunteer feedback: Gideon is one of my favorite parts about volunteering. He greets you with the most wiggly butt and his silly toothy grin. He is such a good walking buddy - he is just happy to trot alongside you and do some sniffing here and there. Gideon has so much love to give and he deserves so much love right back. He truly is such a sweet dog. Please consider giving Gideon a chance and a comfy home that he can claim forever.
8/21/17 Volunteer Feedback: I love seeing Gideon's smiling face when I'm at the shelter. (He will literally "grin" when he sees a familiar person!) He is shy around men, but he will warm up if you give him time. He's a super playful and fun guy when you get to know him...and of course, he's adorable!
8/21/17 Volunteer Feedback: Gideon has grown so much compared to when he first entered the shelter. Slowly but surely, he is getting more confident being around people. That being said, Gideon still has some stranger danger, particular towards men. He has not quite learned that men are okay and is very uneasy when around. He has grown so much! With slow introductions and a willingness to show him that people are good, Gideon will be the best dog!
Gideon is a very loyal dog. Once he knows you, he remembers and he will be your best friend. He is very people oriented, sometimes disinterested in toys or treats. Gideon is such a sweet boy and has stolen my heart! If you are willing to put in the work to show him how good people are, Gideon will be a forever friend who will love you unconditionally!
7/11/17 Volunteer Feedback: Gideon spent most of the day at my home on a break from the shelter...and we had such fun! He was a complete gentleman and enjoyed romping in the backyard with stuffed toys.To say he looked 'joyous' is an understatement!!
After playing, I brought him into our small walk in shower and gave him a bath, including his face and head, and he was calm and quiet. Gideon really seemed to actually like being brushed too.
Since Gideon is afraid of men, I had him in a kennel when my husband came home and Gideon just quietly observed him without barking. Slow intros to men are necessary for some rescue dogs like Gideon (who probably have good reasons for their fears).
I am so hopeful Gideon will soon get a foster or forever person or family, but until he does I hope to take him on more outings and expose him to lots of nice men. Love this guy...
3/1/17: Gideon is such a sweetheart! We love having him as part of our family! He loves to cuddle and relax, but also has a playful side. He enjoys running around with our dog in the backyard. Gideon does well on a leash for walks and sleeps great in his kennel. He also does a great job in the car...doesn't make a peep and usually sleeps! Gideon is fully potty trained and stands by the back door to let us know that he needs to relieve himself. He does well with female dogs but seems to not favor other male dogs. He can be resource aggressive; in a multi-dog home, I recommend feeding them separately. As an only dog, I truly believe he would be the best dog ever! Gideon just wants all of the love.
He can also be shy around Human males and tends to gravitate towards females. Total ladies man! However, with time, Gideon warms up. Gideon listens to commands well and would be easily trained. He would be a great addition to a loving and special family. We will be a little sad to see him go, but very happy to find Gideon his forever family!
1/15/17 Volunteer Feedback: Oh what a handsome man! Gideon was a bit shy when I first meet him at my volunteer shift but by the end of my shift, we were best friends. He is a very well-mannered dog when it comes to walking and every once awhile he would turn around and jump on me for some cuddle time. He would benefit from some positive obedience training just to help keep his mind working and most important, work on socialization skills that he will need to become a more confident balanced dog.
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