11/18 Update: Wow... this is one of the best puppies we have fostered since we started over two years ago. He is an incredible mix of both puppy and mellow. He has broken through with our dogs who have now accepted and enjoy playing with Pie. He has a playful relationship with our cat but also can be redirected if the cat looks like he needs a break. He loves all toys and is content playing for extended periods. Loves to chase tennis balls and the puppy soccer ball. Pie is potty trained and crate trained and still needs to be coaxed out of her crate in the morning... even after we open the door. He loves walks and hanging out in the backyard. He is not a wanderer and comes, sits and lays down on command. He isn't nippy and seems to have no interest in shoes or other human items. In the evening he is usually found cuddling on someone's lap or curled up on his bed. He will melt your heart!
11/10 Update: Pie has been with us for a week now and is thriving. He is easily trainable and has learned sit, come, lay and No already. He truly has a gentle disposition and is good with other dogs and curious with cats. He gets nose to nose with our cat and will jump around and bark but backs off if we say no or if the cat bats at him. He is good about entertaining himself and can hang out for hours in my office while I'm working either playing with toys or napping on the dog bed. He loves his crate and sleeps through the night...sometimes having to be coaxed out in the morning. He is still getting used to the leash but will walk by your side without one -- he's not a runner. He is almost 100% potty trained and is now going by the door to indicate he has to go out. He has a beautiful black coat that will be easy care (no grooming costs) and the cutest ears that flop when he runs. Best of all...he loves to cuddle!
Pie has been with us for two days. So far he seems curious but cautious which we know will change once he gets comfortable in his new surroundings. He LOVES his crate and uses it as his safe space throughout the day. He is so good sleeping in the crate at night that we have to pull him out of it in the morning. He loves his toys and loves to gather them in his space (my office). He appears to already be potty trained and knows to go outside. We are working on bell training so he can tell us when he needs to go out. He's sweet and cuddly and just a gem so far. Will provide update once he settles in and his personalilty comes out a little more.
Mandatory in person transfer date: November 23rd at the Petsmart in Tysons Corner between 10:00 AM-11:00 AM. All adopters must attend in order to finalize the adoption.
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