GUS - GUS THE GREAT! - HOUND / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Hound / Mixed (short coat). Gus is a handsome hound mix who is looking for a new home. He's currently in a NJ foster home. Gus has a playful spirit and a heart of gold. He's a typical hound who likes to sniff, so a fenced yard is required. This good boy really enjoys attention and affection. Gus gets along wonderfully with other dogs and rides beautifully in the car. Gus is fixed, up to date on vaccines and recently completed treatment for heartworm. He's currently finishing up his 30 days of restricted activity post treatment. Gus' adoption fee is $450. Adopting a dog is a commitment that will require annual veterinary care at a minimum, training, exercise, enrichment, etc. Pet care is not cheap or easy and adopters should consider the costs, time and training prior to adoption. After all these dogs have been through they deserve a loving, committed home. Apply to foster or adopt wagoninn.rescuegroups Foster Feature General Personality: Gus is a very happy boy, he loves to play with his toys, loves other dogs, enjoys the outdoors. He had a medium energy level and loves to run around. Daily Routine: Morning walk, breakfast at 8, plays a little then just hangs out . He goes out in the yard throughout the day and is happy to play with his toys in his own. His love for being outside would require him to have a fence. Is the dog housebroken? Yes Behavior Around Dogs, Cats, or Kids: He loved other dogs. He is gentle around his older and larger foster sister who isn’t much for playing. He has not been cat tested but ignores them on walks. In a home environment I think he’d want to play with them. Energy Rating (1 = very high; 5 = very low): 3 Leash Walking Rating (1 = difficult; 5 = perfect): 3 Leash Behaviors: No problems Crate Rating When Left Alone: Goes willing into the crate and stays calm Does the dog sleep through the night? Yes What makes him/her happy? He loves being with people and getting pets and cuddles but also loves to play with his stuffed toys. What makes him/her nervous or unhappy? If there is a new noise he may jump and seem startled but moves on. New people have him initially standoffish but he warms up quickly. Other Quirks: He may put a little game of chase to stay out longer. Treats or his foster sister can lure him in. He collects thing, like shoes and brings them to his hangout for the day. He does no damage and it’s only shoes that are left out. He also does this with his toys. It very funny. He is a funny boy! Other Displayed Behaviors: For being a hound mix there is very little barking. It happens at appropriate times, when he’s playing or occasionally if he sees someone out the window. Current Walking Device: Regular leash and martingale Currently Eating: Purina Pro

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	None
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations