Socialization/training: Usher knows the commands sit, down, and comes to his name when called in the house and the yard. He is a puppy, so he can be shy at first in new situations but quickly adapts. He learns very quickly and is food motivated. He is very well behaved in the house, especially for a puppy!
Crate trained: Usher is a 7 month old puppy, so he can be trusted as much as any 7 month old puppy. We have only left him alone for short periods. He eats his meals in a crate and sleeps through the night in a crate. We have left him alone with our other dogs for about an hour and all went well.
Leash trained: He walks very nicely on a leash. He will bark at passing dogs on the walk but we are working on that. We don't have a lot of wildlife but he ignores birds and ducks but has barked at the occasional squirrel.
Activity Level: He is a very mellow puppy. He has zoomies from time to time but settles nicely in the house. He does play with chew toys and will play tug but my dogs are bigger so he gives up. He will play tug with me as well. He follows my dogs around and will play with dogs that are more his size. He gets one walk a day and so far that is plenty.
Fence: A fence is not required as long as he gets walks and play time. He has not tried to climb the fence.
Behavior: Usher initially was always at my feet and followed me constantly. He is becoming more independent every day. He loves to snuggle next to whoever is on the couch. He is playful but has lower energy compared to other puppies I have had. He is cautious in new situations but warms up quickly.
Medical History: Usher is microchipped, up to date on all his vaccines ,and on monthly heartworm prevention. He does not have any ongoing health issues. He will need to be neutered after adoption, so he will be adopted out on a puppy contract. His next leishmaniasis test is due by October 2025.
This dog originates from Greece where Leishmaniasis is endemic. They tested negative before coming to the USA, but the parasite can remain dormant in the system for many years, so potential adopters must be willing to commit to annual testing for the next 7 years. Typically, the test needs to be sent to a special lab, but any regular vet can draw the blood and send it to the lab. The cost of the test seems to vary widely by area, but is approximately $150-$250. or if your vet is willing to send the test to a veterinary college lab, cost can be as low as $80.
Foster Comments: I would keep him if I could! He is sweet, easy to train and a pocket size snuggle bug. He would do best in a home that will enjoy a dog that wants to cuddle and that will continue to work with him through puppyhood. I hope he will get opportunities to run, play and walk as he grows up into an adult dog. He's a sweet boy with lots of love to give!
Foster Location: Long Beach, CA
Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance between adopters & foster home. If interstate transport is provided for your adopted dog, there will be an additional charge of $50.00 for the required Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (“Health Certificate”). Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000-mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000-mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far Western states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions.
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