River

My name is River.  I’m a 3 1/2 year old black flat coat
retriever mix. Most say I’m mixed with Border Collie or Australian
Shepherd which like my age, is of course, an educated guess work. Like
any river most of my life I am relaxed and go with the flow. Other times
I’m babbling, like when I play fetch. Once in a while, I get
overstimulated and I show my rapids!  At home, I’m calm
waters.  I am a dream around the house, excelling at lounging, relaxing
and sleeping. I am gentle, love pets and love to follow my foster mom from
room to room. When she leaves, I behave myself. I am a gentle soul,
self-soothing and house broken. I love walks, but I’m a bit out of my
comfort zone out in the world, but I'm getting better. That is to
say, my leash training is a work in progress.  Most of the time I walk
beautifully at heel. But if there is something going on, typically a yippy
dog, just stimulates me, and I pull and bark like they activated my river
rapids. Luckily, my humans are training me with the help of experts
to minimize my leash reactive behavior but continuous commitment to training
is needed in my new fur-ever home. I have made significant progress, but
need consistency from my alpha!  Because I like to graze and not eat a
lot at once and because I’m a bit protective of my home space
(bed), I’d prefer to be an only dog. If you are looking for a
endearing, loving, chill companion and appreciate the ebb and flow of a
beautiful River, I’m your dog!