Kermit is a delightful, happy dog, who loves belly rubs, and has playful puppy energy.He gets along well with our other dogs, and also loves spending time with his humans. He is affectionate and silly, and after play time, his favorite activity is laying in someone's lap. He would do best in a home where he can have lots of interaction and play time (with humans, and hopefully another dog) this will keep his energy directed toward positive outlets. He loves to investigate all things, and climbs anywhere his short legs can carry him! Sometimes this means he gets into things he shouldn't - his adoptive home should be ready to put things safely out of reach until he can learn how to respect those boundaries a bit better. Occasionally, his enthusiasm for play can get a little rowdy, so his foster family is working on teaching the command "off" andKermithas learned "sit", but opportunities for play are still essential for him to be at his best behavior. He has been around kids who are age 10+ and did great. In his desire to play, it would be likely he will knock over smaller children (although he hasn't been tested in this area), so that's something an adoptive family should consider. His foster family uses a leash when taking him out to potty, as part of his potty training. However he doesn't love being on a leash, sometimes digging in with both front feet to indicate his displeasure. He likes to explore the yard, so a fenced yard would be ideal - however, he definitely doesn't like being left outside, so yard time should be a group activity. He is a very good eater, and he enjoys eating from a Kong. He would probably benefit from a puzzle feeder too. He's never turned down food or a treat! He even happily eats raw broccoli! He was also delighted to receive tomatillos from the garden - although he didn't finish these, he was so happy about getting them that his foster mom couldn't resist sacrificing a few! You'd have thought he won the lottery with how happy they made him! He is currently working on basic house-manners, but he's eager to please, and he's a fast learner! When he came into care, he didn't seem to know what "go potty" meant. In just a few days, he has learned that command, and goes almost immediately now when asked. He has also picked up the use of potty pads quite quickly. He will be best in a home that provides potty pads as back-up for him for a while, as he hasn't learned to ask to be let out, or to "hold it" yet (but based on his ability to learn, he is sure to improve on this front as well). He does well in his crate, where he currently sleeps at night, but he would generally prefer not to be crated. He currently cannot be left alone in the house, so a crate will be necessary, at least to start. Kermit's foster family has a small farm, where he has met chickens, sheep and goats, and (relatively tame) farm cats. He has done well with all of them, showing no aggression. He is interested in the sheep and goats, who try to headbutt him through the fence - so he is reasonably cautious of them. Like any puppy, he could try to play/roughhouse with the sheep or goats, so he still should not be left alone with them. He is somewhat interested in cats, and occasionally he will chase them if they run from him. He has never shown aggression toward cats, but a timid or fearful cat would probably not appreciate his interest in them. A home with cats may not be best for Kermit, but that probably depends on the cat too - a lazy cat that is used to dogs is likely to be OK. Overall,Kermitis a delightful dog, with a heart of gold. With the right guidance, he is sure to be a loyal and loving companion.
