Timber is not in the Closer to Home Animal Advocates program. We are listing him as a courtesy and we will help screen applications. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out and submit our
online application. Vet and personal references will be checked and a home visit is required.
Also, a minimum 5' high fenced yard is required to adopt any of our dogs and invisible fences are NOT acceptable.
Timber is a 5-1/2 year old neutered male Siberian Husky. He and his brother, Bear, are a bonded pair. Their owner passed away and we are looking for a home that can take both boys together. Here is the information about Timber and Bear:
What is the dog’s name? Bear (darker red) & Timber (lighter one)
How old is the dog? 5-1/2 years old (siblings)
How much does the dog weigh? 60-65 lbs.
Is the dog spayed/neutered? Both neutered (a while ago) 2008
Does the dog have any health condition(s) which require regular medication, supplements, or testing? No
Why are you trying to find a new home for the dog? Provide details. Belonged to deceased son.
Please describe the dog’s general personality/demeanor: Mild mannered, fun dogs.
How does the dog interact with adults? Good
Has the dog been around children? What ages? How does the dog do with children?
Grew up with son’s 1-year-old.
How does the dog react to strangers? Good
Have you ever seen aggression (or warning signs) toward a person? (This includes nipping, growling, snapping, etc.) Provide details. No
What kinds of toys/games does the dog enjoy? Tennis ball (Timber likes stuffed, maybe possessive)
What kind of activities have you shared with your dog? (Trips to the dog park, camping, etc.)
Walking, dog park, fenced yard (6’ high but had 4’ gate).
Does the dog live with any other pets now? Please give age/gender/breed/size of each pet: Live with 2 other pets now. They are siblings and have lived together since birth.
How does the dog do with other dogs? Any restrictions? (For example, larger dogs, smaller dogs, dominant dogs, dogs of the same sex, etc.) Good
Has the dog been around cats? If so, how does he/she do with cats? Don’t know
Does the dog chase other small animals? Maybe squirrels
Does the dog currently live indoors or outdoors? How many hours per day are spent outside? Indoors – and when gone, they are crated.
Where does the dog sleep? In crates.
Is the dog housebroken? Yes
Is the dog crate-trained? Yes
Where does the dog stay when you are at home? Indoors
Where does the dog stay when you are NOT at home? Crates
Has the dog been destructive in the past? Provide details. No
Has the dog had any training, either formal or informal? Does the dog know any commands?
Sit, lay down, kennel
How does the dog behave on a leash? Timber is good, Bear pulls
How does the dog do in the car? Good
Does the dog have any known phobias, such as thunderstorms, fireworks, strangers, trips to the vet, etc.? No
