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Meet Jerry, my foster dog anxiously looking for his forever home! Jerry is a smart 2-year-old neutered male with medium energy and will make the perfect family member. He does NOT pull on the leash and will effortlessly match your pace whether walking or jogging (if you so desire). He looks to his handler for cues and wants to be a good boy! He quickly mastered the use of a dog door to potty outside. Because he is a hound, a fenced-in yard is a must. He is very respectful of fences. Jerry likes to play with kids. Since he is still young, he does pop up on his hind legs sometimes and he lightly taps you with his paws. We are working on that, though he is very soft in the way he does it. He is NOT the typical "nose to the ground" type of hound and pays more attention to people than dogs. He would love to continue with some training and being the adventurous sort, sees training as a new adventure.
Jerry is being fostered in Black Forest, CO but came from the San Antonio shelter which is quite stressful and full of many dogs. He was picked up as a stray. Most likely, he had irresponsible owners who did not provide a secure backyard. As a result, the best thing for Jerry would be a home without other pets for the time being. Previously, he got along well with other dogs while he was awaiting transport to Colorado. He did not appreciate puppy behavior from our other foster dog; hence my suggestion for a 1-dog family for now. I do not think an additional dog at some point would be out of the question. He has good social manners, but the ideal situation would be a human family for the time being. He would love to be someone's hiking partner, but he can chill out and fall asleep for hours too. He comes when called and you can literally hold the leash with 2 fingers, as he does not pull. He is treat motivated and takes treats gently from your hand. When we have passed other dogs on the trail, he did not bark or growl. He plays wonderfully with my 8-year-old daughter with a wagging tail!
He can also be picked up to be loaded in the car and or will try to jump in if it is not too high for him. He rides well in the car and is well-behaved for the vet. Jerry likes to be around family members and does equally well with men and women. His vaccines and heartworm prevention are all current. Please reach out to learn more about Jerry who is being fostered for Legends of the Paws Animal Rescue. A donation to the rescue will be required in lieu of an adoption fee.
Thank you, Shannon 719-466-0808 Shannonhansford1@yahoo.com
November 3, 2024, 7:13 pm
