SATCHMO - BOXER (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Boxer (short coat). Adoption Fee: $652.54 (includes MN taxes). Update 11.1.25 Hi there, I'm Satchmo - a sweet boxer boy who's working on becoming the best version of myself. I've been with my amazing foster family for just over two months now, and I'm learning so much every day! Here's the thing about me - I spent most of my early life living outside, so even though I'm a year old now, I'm basically a big puppy in an adult boxer's body. I'm still figuring out this whole "living inside with people" thing, which means I have some puppy behaviors like potty accidents, jumping, chewing on things I shouldn't, and getting into everything. My future family needs to be patient and committed to helping me continue learning what's appropriate - think of me as a puppy in training, just a much bigger one! Speaking of big - I'm STRONG. When I get the zoomies (which I love doing around the yard!), I can accidentally knock down an adult or crash into people's legs. If something scares me, I might jump into my people's legs for comfort. Because of my size, strength, and puppy-like behavior, I'm not suitable for families with small children. I need a home with older kids or adults who can handle my exuberance. I'm still working on my manners - I do some puppy chewing (redirecting me to toys helps!), occasional puppy biting, and jumping. But I'm making progress! I mostly walk nicely on a leash now, and I ride like a champ in the car. I even went camping and on a road trip with my foster family and was easy to travel with - just make sure to bring me things to chew on during long car trips to keep me busy! About potty training - I'm not quite there yet. I need to be supervised or crated when I'm in the house, and my foster mom keeps me tethered in the kitchen so I can't wander off and have an accident. I'm still wearing belly bands because I forget to signal when I need to go out. The good news? I do great on a regular potty schedule, just like a little puppy. My foster mom recently started crating me in the room where she's working, and I'm getting better about whining and getting restless when I need to go outside. My family will need to be patient and stick with this routine. I can be crated when you leave, but not for super long periods - I get bored and might chew my dog bed. I'm learning, but I need reasonable expectations for crate time. The good news is that I sleep overnight nicely in my crate without any issues! I absolutely love living with my foster brother! Having a dog buddy is the best. I do still have those annoying puppy behaviors, so I need a tolerant dog friend - ideally a confident one who can show me that the world isn't so scary. Going to the dog park with my foster brother to run and play as much as I want? That's my favorite thing ever! I'm still very shy when meeting new people, especially men. It takes me a while to warm up and feel comfortable. My foster mom is my person - I'm her shadow, and I look to her for help when I get scared. I'll hide behind her if something spooks me, and I still get startled by things I haven't seen before. But here's what I want you to know - I want to be with my people (or my dog buddy) ALL the time. I'll cry when I'm not with them because I love companionship so much. I'm making real progress, and with the right family who understands I'm essentially a puppy in a big dog's body, I know I can become an amazing companion. My ideal home has patient, committed adults who are ready to continue my training journey. A confident dog friend would be wonderful. Someone who can give me a regular routine, plenty of outdoor time for zoomies, and lots of love while I learn the ropes. Oh, and treats - still love those treats! If you're looking for a dog with a huge heart who just needs time, patience, and guidance to reach his full potential, I might be your guy. Let's get to know each other - I promise I'm worth the effort!

• Physical Attributes

  Tail Type:	Docked
  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	High
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Not Required
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Crate Trained

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Affectionate Eager to Please Even-Tempered

• Additional Information

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