POSTING FOR A FRIEND. HOWARD needs a home. Clearly his is loved given the extensive bio below, but Howard cannot live with this current owners. He needs to be the one and only (no kids, no other pets, and someone home a lot for TLC). Enclosed is the info on our beloved Howard, a Jack Russell Terrier cross (some think with Corgi but that’s unconfirmed) we took in about 6 years ago from the humane society. Howard is very cute, loving and loyal, but after we had our first child 2.5 yrs. ago, his aggression became more obvious. He has fought with our other dog and bitten 2 people, though not badly enough to report. We tried to find a home for him last year, but were not able to, and my husbands family took him in. They can no longer help to look after him, and we have had to move again. This little guy does not deserve to be put down, but because he has bitten in the past we have come up against a lot of barriers to adopting him out, and were kind of at our wits end. There is really no way that he can live with our other dog and son, but if in a situation with no kids/cats, and regular walks and routines, I think he would do well (as he did when we first had him). If you are interested at all we would be happy to make arrangements for a visit, probably easiest in Coldsprings, on familiar ground for Howard. Thanks so much, Katie & Jordan Hoogendam (519) 998-6238 Email: khoogendam@gmail How long have you owned the terrier? * 6 years Were there previous owners? *Yes Name of a Reference - someone who knows your dog too *Erin Case Reference Phone Number *(734) 709-6084 How did you hear about JRTRO? *Animal Shelter/Animal Control Age *7.5 yrs Spayed/Neutered *Yes Weight *20 lbs Is the dog microchipped? *Yes Where was the dog purchased from? *Shelter – Cambridge Humane Society (originally transferred from Timmins Ontario) Why is this dog up for adoption? * We adopted Howard about 4.5 yrs ago from the Cambridge Humane Society. They thought he was aggressive but when he met us and had a meetup w/our other dog, a Corgi, he got along so well that they adopted him to us. Over the years he has become a loving companion. He is a puppy/baby at heart, and loves to play by himself and with other dogs. Unfortunately, when feeling cornered, he still gets aggressive from time to time and has bitten, though not badly enough for anyone to report him. We had our first child almost 2 years ago, however, and since we came home from the hospital Howard has behaved aggressively toward him, growling, etc...so we have kept them separate. We have recently had to move from our house into an apartment, and the separation situation is not working any longer. I have contacted sanctuaries, and we have talked to the Cambridge Humane Society, but so far no one has been able or willing to take him (because they a re already full at the sanctuaries and b/c he has bitten, the Humane Society refuses him). This guy is a very loving dog and does not deserve to be euthanized, but we know that we are truly no longer able to give him what he needs. Name of Veterinarian *Pine Ridge Veterinary Clinic Date of Last Visit and Reason for Visit *Last year--routine check up Permission to contact your veterinarian *Yes List all medications the dog is on:none List all allergies:none Shots up to date? *Yes Housebroken? *Yes Leash-trained? *Yes Crate-trained? *Yes Rides well in car? *Yes Current brand of food and daily food intake: *Canidae. Approx. 1 reg. sized yogurt bucket a day (3-4 cups?) Please describe the dogs activity level, favourite activities and favourite toys: * Medium activity level. Howard is NOT a high-strung JRT. He does, however, LOVE to be outside as much as possible, running around, chasing chipmunks. He loves the woods, rockpiles, logjams, and anywhere he can chase rodents. He enjoys a nightly kong and the occasional bone. He loves going for walks, and he loves cuddling RIGHT next to you on the couch while watching movies. Hes a good car traveller (have taken him on very long trips many times), though does not like border crossings or drive thrus :). Please describe the dogs likes and dislikes: * As stated above, he loves being outside, running around, chasing things. Hes a good bath-taker and snuggler. He does not like to be in big crowds of people and needs his own den or crate to retreat to. He is like a toddler--he needs to know he is safe at all times, and feels confused when there is lots of stomping and commotion. He does not like it when people walk differently--as with a walker or cane or limp, but if he knows you, he can get used to it. Please describe the type of home you think this dog needs: * Howard needs a home where he is the baby. He loves other dogs, but if they dont assert their alpha-ness, Howard will assume he is #1, but in a kid brother kind of way, wanting to be the #1 center of attention and love. He cannot be with cats--he will put them in danger. Because of his need to be #1, he should not be with children, b/c he can act aggressively toward them. The typical bend down and let them sniff you routine for getting to know dogs makes Howard feel threatened, and he becomes aggressive. Let him get a sense of how things first (welcome but ignore him) go and he will soon feel safe on his own. In short--minimize things that make him confused/feel unsafe/threatened, but realize that if he knows youre boss and will keep things routine, hell adapt fine. How does the dog currently spend his/her day? * Indoors Please describe a typical day for your dog, including how often he/she is exercised: * Before we moved (very recently), Howard was free in our backyard as much as possible, and went on daily walks. After our move he was free to run outdoors all the time on a relatives hobby farm, but it is not possible for him to be there any more, as he cannot be trusted with random strangers who may show up on the farm unannounced (its fine if he knows you, he doesnt feel threatened). So for now, its atypical--hes inside most of the day but is taken out several times for brief potty breaks, and taken on a walk once a day/or as much as possible. Though he is not high-strung and knows how to chill, he is happiest when he gets lots of exercise and play. Please describe the items that will come with your dog: (familiar toys, blankets, food etc. can help with this stressful transition for him/her) * Howards crate, leash, pillow and food. How does the dog react to other dogs? *Well, if not on leash together. Cats? *Not well. Howard should not be around cats. Being alone in the home? *Fine, though this is not preferable. He is a pack animal, and loves his pack. Going for a walk? *Well if harnessed and with a short leash (in the city). Great if in the country and free to roam (as long as no strangers around) Children? *Howard was great with kids until we had our own. He acts aggressively toward our toddler and should probably not be around children. Strangers? *Howard feels unsafe around strangers and acts as if threatened. Being alone in the yard? *Fine Veterinarian/Groomer? *Fine, if they are gentle with him. How would you describe your dog’s personality and character? – e.g. calm, anxious, gentle, excitable, aggressive * Howard is very loving and loveable--he has won many hearts, ours included. He is not high-strung like some JRTs, and he knows how to chill. He is at his best when he has lots of routine and lots of exercise. He feels unsafe and is thus aggressive when around people who act physically unpredictably (lots of brusque movement, etc.) Any growling/snapping/nipping? *Yes If yes, why?When he feels unsafe, he growls and can snap. Excessive barking? *No Agressivesness? *Yes If yes, towards what?When he feels unsafe, he growls and can snap. Has the dog ever bitten anyone? *Yes If yes, why? Two of the people (strangers to Howard) put their hands directly in his face and tried to touch him. One (also a stranger) was running around outside in his territory. He has bitten me (not through the skin) when he was in pain and I touched the hurt leg. Please list any tricks the dog can do: Sit and shake a paw. I think he could learn others easily. Is there anything else we should know about this dog? Howard is incredibly loving and playful. Although I am not an expert, it seems that his aggression is fear-based. We do not know what his situation was before we adopted him (he was 1.5 yrs. when we took him home), so perhaps something happened to him then to make him feel unsafe. He is best when he knows who is boss and when he has lots of routine and love. He likes to be the baby of the family. This cuddly boy deserves a good life with lots of exercise and play. He will bring much joy to the owner who makes the effort to truly understand and appreciate him.
Posted on: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 23:24:14 +0000
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