December 3, 2007

Meet Andy!

Andy was part of a dog auction where dogs that are no longer needed in puppy mill breeding programs are sold to the highest bidder. Andy changed hands several times before he found his way into our rescue program this past March. He has been neutered and is up to date on shots and is on heartworm preventative. Andy is a red rough. He will be 3 years old in January of 2008; sadly Andy lived the first 2 years of his life in a cage. Andy weighs about 12 pounds. He’s solid now as compared to when he came into our rescue program; he was very skinny and seemed undernourished.

Andy is very shy and afraid of just about everybody, especially new people. Some times Andy will run away (in the fenced yard) and has to be cornered to be caught or let come in on his own terms. He is a sweet heart really. Andy sleeps in the bed with his foster family and there he snuggles next to his foster mom. When it’s time to get up, he is happy and comes up to “mom” or “dad;” gets in one of their faces and insists on having his face scratched. It’s so precious because he has come so far. But once he’s on the floor he again frightens easily.

Andy will walk on a leash. He usually comes when called. Andy gets along well with other dogs and is submissive. He likes cats and if the truth is told, probably plays with the cat more than the other dogs. Andy is crate trained and wire cage trained; he prefers the wire cage and will “kennel up” on command. He is partially house trained but will “go” inside if not watched consistently. At breakfast and dinner time he does the “Andy dance” of excitement where he runs around the table, jumps and spins in circles and then runs to his bowl! He has to be fed separate from the others because of his submissiveness; he will let the other dogs eat his food.

Andy needs a very special home. He may never be a typical “pet” and may just want to be with you, but not held by you although he does come up to his foster parents from time to time for a good scratching and some times he seems to enjoy being held. He certainly needs a quiet home with another dog, preferably close in age and someone who could spend a great deal of time with him. With time, the right person could earn his trust and form a special loving bond with this little guy. Due to his special personality needs he can only go to a home without children: responsible teenagers okay. Also since he has such issues, please only apply if you are serious, compassionate and patient. The last thing any of our rescues need, especially Andy, is to be shuffled around more than absolutely necessary.

Andy is locate in Pensacola, FL

If you are interested in adoption please fill out our adoption application. If you would like more information, please contact Lisa.

Keep in mind that we prefer to place dogs within driving distance of where they are being fostered. If someone from outside the local area is approved for adoption, they must be willing to fly in to get the dog and that can only happen if the dog is stable enough to travel in the cabin with the passenger.