Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sammy, a handsome Smooth-Coated Collie who came to BAARK’s Safe House when his family no longer wanted him. Although initially traumatized by being abandoned by the family he had known, loved, and loyally protected for eight years, Sammy had adjusted in his new foster home.
This sweet senior is estimated to be about 10 years old. He came to us grossly overweight as a result of getting little exercise but plenty of low quality filler food. Sammy has lost over 10 lbs while in his foster home the last two months, but has another 10 – 15 lbs yet to lose. He came to us weighing an unhealthy weight of 77 lbs. With a high quality food and an exercise routine, any dog can slim down, as Sammy is doing!!
Sammy is a gentle boy, good with other dogs (but can be shy). A slow introduction to new dogs is important, so as not to overwhelm Sam. He would do well living with another easy-going senior, or as the only dog. He ignores cats.
Sammy is a very smart boy and a quick learner. He has taken on the job of protecting his people. He is always watching out for strangers and will bark to alert of any strange people or occurrences. Sammy is reported to take his job seriously, ensuring that everyone in the household is present, and at night, safely tucked into bed. Then, he can rest too!
Sam is scared of loud noises, thunderstorms, and fireworks, and prefers an overall quiet environment with a handful of people. He can become stressed and overwhelmed when too many people are present. For example, if the family often has parties and lots of company.
Sammy would be fine with older children but younger ones might scare him. He is fine with other dogs once he gets to know them and feels comfortable with them.
Sammy is one of the many seniors who BAARK is trying to re-home with a family who can appreciate the love and attentiveness that seniors can bring.
Sammy is fully vetted, neutered, microchipped, heartworm negative and on monthly heartworm preventative. He is housebroken as well.
If you are interested in adding this sweet senior to your family, please contact BAARKDogRescue@gmail.com or 847-852-0895.
