Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Needs experienced adopter,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Come play with me!
This sleek, short-haired, handsome fellow is ready for the active life! We're guessing he may be a mix of Husky, Border Collie, and perhaps more.
At just 11 months old, Sparky is a playful, joyful pup who would thrive with an adult owner (or foster) who is up for adventure...hiking, running, dog sports such as agility or fly ball or trick training, We are picturing a home with a fenced yard for this guy and don't believe an apartment would work for him. While he is good with kids, he's just too exuberant for a home with small children. He really wants to be with his person and have them engage with him—games or snuggling!
Sparky was surrendered to the rescue under-socialized and under-stimulated having spent most of his early life alone in a backyard. After a couple of months in a stimulating foster environment we now know we have the Prince of Play.
In his foster home, Sparky has started to learn basic obedience, recall, loose leash walking, nose work, and is even learning some tricks. Basic manners & impulse control training are important for him to continue in his adoptive home in order to balance his more natural state: unbridled exuberance!
Sparky is still learning not to "mouth" when he's excited. For the most part he is very gentle, but every once in a while he still gets time-outs for mouthing too hard. Same with jumping up. For these reasons, Sparky would be best in a home without children under 12.
In order to thrive, especially while still young, Sparky will need someone who is home, or can work from home, and is available for a periodic game of tug, a trip to the dog park, or a walk. He would not do well in an apartment. Sparky dreams of meeting a dog-loving, outdoor adventurer who wants a new best friend. Someone interested in dogs sports, training, or agility would be ideal.
Sparky's adoption fee covers the cost of neutering, up-to-date vaccinations, and microchip.
If this sweet face "sparks" joy in you, like it does for us, Please complete an application at: https://forms.gle/bSkgpdm6ZX7yH5Ef9
Questions? Contact us at connellpetrescue@gmail.com
Thank you!
