"Buddy from New York"; 4 yrs old, Sable Merle, about 35 lbs [could lose a few], medium size.
Was originally in the Staten Island Shelter in November 2007 because the owner was moving to a home where no pets were allowed. He got adopted that same day. That’s Great, right?? Unfortunately, Buddy was not good with children, and was returned a month later [that's why behavior assessment and foster homes are SO IMPORTANT].
Buddy is currently safe, boarded in a NJ kennel while we look for appropriate forever home. He's been evaluated by several folks with dog experience: he's crate trained, housebroken, walks well on leash [albeit, a bit excited since he's cooped up in the kennel], knows "sit", paw", "go to your room", affectionate, enjoys being petted. One of our volunteers visits him when she has a chance ...brought some toys ~ he loves to fetch and play with them.
He's not 'aggressive' .... he plays like a big dog, that is ....he' a bit rough & tumble, he's mouthy ... probably that's how original owners "taught him" to play.
Buddy is very sweet and we are sure he will be a great pet, but we feel he's going to need a home with someone who has had shelties in the past and knows the breed, & will have the patience and time to spend with him as he transitions to a new/better life. He has a lot of energy and evidently was used to a big yard where he could run/jump/play. Because he plays like a 'big dog', he can be with other dogs his size or larger [did well with a visiting golden retriever], but is too overwhelming for smaller furkids [didn't do well with smaller/submissive sheltie].
Absolutely NO children.
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