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Rowan

Description

Estimated Age: DOB May 23, 2022
Sex: Male (BARs will cover his neuter)
Estimated Breed: Shepard X
Weight: 13.6 lbs
Good with dogs? Yes
Good with cats? Unknown, but trainable
Good with children? Unknown, but trainable with dog savvy kids
Special/Medical Needs: Minor head tilt
Estimated Energy Level: Medium - High
Minimum Adoption Fee: $725
Current Location: Sherwood Park, AB

HI - I’m Rowan and I’m the happiest (and cutest) guy you will ever see.

I had a rough start in life, so I was very scared of everything when I arrived at BARCs with my mom. My foster mom saw me at the facility and due to me pulling my (very convincing) puppy dog eyes… decided she couldn’t leave me there and scooped me up and drove me to Edmonton to meet my two foster sisters.

At first, being in a house was super confusing and I had lots of things to learn but my foster sisters really helped me learn the rules. Now that I’ve realized I’m safe, food is always coming, and I’m feeling better - I just want to play all the time (unless I’m napping of course).

I am REALLY good at going pee and poop outside and will ask you at the door or the baby gate when I have to go.

I don’t like walking on a leash yet but I’m learning that I get to go on adventures when the leash comes out so I’m slowly getting used to it.

I’ll need my future family to show me the ropes and take your time to show me that the world can be a fun exciting place! I think I would really like to do some puppy classes with you because I’m super smart and I catch onto things very quickly.
I would do best in a home with another dog to play with and a family who wants me around.

I am good in my kennel for a few hours, but I want to be out with you, doing whatever you’re doing!

I love every person I have met but I haven’t been around the little humans yet but I’m super gentle so if they want to play with me – I’m in!

I promise to be the best dang boy for you if only you bring me into your family! I have so much love to give, can I come give it to you?

Notes from Foster Mom:
• He LOVES dogs and I think he would do best in a house with another dog (preferably older than him). He needs someone else to play with and show him the ropes - he takes correction well. He would also do fine in a house without dogs as long as he has people to play with and he’s not alone for extended periods of time (he can definitely learn that but right now he’s not quite old enough).

• He hasn’t been exposed to Cats so not sure what he would do but he’s young enough (and currently small enough) that I think he’d have no problem learning.

• He hasn’t been exposed to young kids so I would say puppy savvy kids or older kids would be the best fit for him

• He doesn’t Bark very much, only when he thinks he’s by himself in his Kennel and then he will cry for about 5 minutes until he realizes it’s time for bed and he settles. He’s getting more and more used to the routine, so he is starting to settle down faster.

• He is SUPER smart and just needs to know what the rules are.

• He is not a fan of his harness or leash but is slowly getting used to them. I would recommend a fenced yard so you can do leash training with him in a contained area.

• There is mention of neurological issues, but it seems to be a minor balance thing (he looks at you with a tilted head and sometimes is a little wobbly) – this doesn’t seem to affect him as he runs, romps, wrestles and plays just like any puppy and he’s as smart as a whip. The vet has checked him out and says he moves really well and seems like an overall good, healthy boy.

• Overall – he’s honestly the sweetest boy and he is going to make ANY family the happiest. We absolutely adore him and can’t wait for him to find his forever home.

If you are interested in meeting this dog, please fill out an application.

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Adoption costs: $725.00