Buddy

I’m  Buddy!

Here’s my story, as best as can be pieced together, since I
can’t really relay in words!

I was found as a stray and taken to the Yuma Shelter, and DLRR was able to
rescue me and help me find my  forever family! The folks at DLRR think
that most likely I was adopted as a tiny puppy and just put out into a yard
with no training…and when I got bigger my family just abandoned
me.

Nonetheless, I am the sweetest,  most lovable, most
 “licking-ist” guy around and my sad past has not damped my
spirit and my love of meeting new people and new dogs! In fact, my entire
body wiggles back and forth – seriously, my tail is definitely wagging
this dog!

I am about 1.5 years old, weighs a trim 61 lbs. and have a glossy coat,
huge ears, two cute little scraggly bottom teeth and a wide grin!

Here’s the deal, I am, like most people and dogs, a work in
progress. I am a very excited high energy boy, my foster mom takes me for
long, fast walks and I am still energetic when we arrive home! I am learning
to be ok, but just ok, in the crate.  I would much rather cuddle up to
you in bed or on the sofa!  I am learning where to do my business, ha ha
 – and as I have been in a real foster home for a few days I am getting
better and better at it!  I am a smart boy and have taken well to
working on learning  all of the finer etiquette tricks!
   

I take treats gently and I am not particularly treat motivated…and
I  do zig-zag on the leash.  I am not reactive to other dogs or
people walking by, I just mind my own business;  I need a bit more
confidence to jump in the car (a little boost for now is best!) but once in
the car I ride like a true gentleman!

I will not lie – I will need a lot of attention and training,
I’m basically a big puppy and haven’t seen a lot in life, so I do
need to be introduced to new things and to learn how to behave – I am
trying hard not be mouthy, or to jump or paw at people.  An adopter who
is into training and teaching and exercising me would be the best thing!
 

I would do well in a home where I  have a buddy to play and teach me
the ropes! Given my age and athletic build, I would make a perfect walking
and hiking companion – which, as we know, helps burn off puppy
energy… just sayin’!!!

If you are interested in more about me, please reach out to my Foster
Advocate via text!