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My name is Jake!

Posted over 17 years ago

My basic info

Breed
Shar Pei/Bullmastiff
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Hello! My name is Jake and I am a 47 lb Shar Pei mix. You can see more photos and read my diary on my Dogster page (http://www.dogster.com/dogs/889703). When I arrived at MaxFund I had several ailments – the most serious being an injured hip. My hip injury and other scaring is consistent with my having been hit by a car. Ouch! For about the first 6 months at MaxFund I was undergoing medical treatments and recuperation from hip surgery.
Now, I am a healthy, active and happy dog. I have regained complete mobility and I love walks. On the other hand, I don’t think I can be a running partner and it is likely that I will need some oral medication forever. These are inexpensive and no big deal – I have no problem with taking my medicine (cream cheese helps it go down!).

I am afraid of children (less than about 13 or 14 years old) and I must not be expected to interact with them. It is unlikely that I will ever be able to be around children – for my safety and for theirs. I am wary of unfamiliar people and I can become protective of my chosen humans especially if I have bonded with them. Generally I am more comfortable with women than men but I do like several men on staff and who volunteer here at the shelter. I would be better as an “only dog” or perhaps with a well-mannered female dog about my own size. I would not be a good match for a rambunctious puppy or a dominant dog since my weak hip makes me feel vulnerable.

I am housetrained, crate trained, bark relatively infrequently in the home, and I enjoy riding in the car. When the shelter is closed I have gone home with two volunteers – my champs volunteer and her husband. You can ask them (juanita_ladyman@hotmail.com) for more information about me – I know they think I am a great dog! I have recently been to a professional boarding training school for a couple of months. As well as learning many commands, I learned some social skills and I had my temperament evaluated.

It turns out that I need a structured environment with calm humans who can exert affectionate but strong leadership at all times. It would probably help if they are experienced dog owners. That all sounds a tall order but when you get to know me you will find me an affectionate, loyal and equally rewarding companion. As part of my foster/adoption package, after being approved my foster family or adopters can consult and take me for a lesson with my professional trainer so that the transition to my new home can go as smoothly as possible. If you would like to meet me please come to the shelter. If you would like to foster me please contact Donna at: fosters@maxfundvolunteers.org

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