Coppell, TX - Labrador Retriever/Collie. Meet Carson a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Labrador Retriever/Collie

Color

Black - with White

Age

Adult

Size

Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

D2653

My details

Not good with kids

Good with dogs

Needs experienced adopter

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

Carson is a dog full of love but sometimes too afraid to show it.

At home, Carson is a lovable, huggable, well mannered, attentive little boy! Carson sits & waits politely for his meals, eating only once you’ve released him, and stares submissively into your eyes to earn his treats! He waits obediently before going thru or coming in an open door, and walks close behind you up and down stairs…and the walk is a work in progress!

Carson is very playful with his foster brother, but it takes him a couple of days to really become friendly with new dogs. In those couple of days, it is important to be vigilant in watching him and heading off any tension he starts to exhibit.

Along with this affection and manners comes a lot of fear and insecurity, which can unfortunately manifest itself as Carson hiding when company comes over, or, snarling and growling at unfamiliar people. It is important to have Carson on a leash under these circumstances, and correct and reassure him. This will happen even with people outside a window; however, it is easy to quiet Carson from ‘attacking’ through the window by simply verbally correcting him and making him follow you away from the window. Children especially seem to give this boy the heebeegeebees, so he cannot live in a home with children.

Carson has had consultations with behaviorists and trainers, who consistently agree that his undesirable behaviors stem from fear, not aggression, and that he can definitely be safely adopted to the right home. In fact, when they first met, Carson snarled and snapped at his current foster. The next day, Carson went home with that foster, and they are now inseparable!

Carson can be a dedicated and loyal companion, but it will take a vigilant, diligent, consistent, patient and firm person to successfully and happily adopt him. But, he is worth it!!!