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BackSecretariat
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Description
Name: Secretariat
ID # A169945
Estimated Age: 6 years
Sex: Neutered Male
Estimated Breed: Queensland Heeler Mix
Estimated Weight: 35 lbs
Good with Dogs: Yes, with proper introductions
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good with Children: Yes
Special/Medical Needs:
Estimated Energy Level: Medium
Current Location: Calgary, AB
Adoption Fee: $650
Meet Ariat! His official rescue name is Secretariat, but this sweet six-year-old boy is affectionately known as Ariat in his foster home.
Ariat is a 35-pound Queensland Heeler mix who absolutely loves being around people. Although he has Heeler in him, he isn’t nearly as high-energy as you might expect. He enjoys going for walks and exploring, but he would be just as happy spending the day curled up beside you for a long nap.
He is a friendly, affectionate boy who does very well with children, men, and other dogs. Ariat would thrive in a home with another friendly dog to keep him company or with someone who can regularly take him on walks, outings, or playdates so he has opportunities to socialize.
Ariat is a wonderful companion for adventures and is great on car rides. He is also a very good boy on his walks - although sometimes he forgets how to walk in a straight line! With a little guidance, he does great and happily continues on his way.
Ariat is potty trained, although he may have an accident if he is left alone for too long. He is still learning that his crate is a safe place, as he currently finds it quite frightening. His future family will need to continue working on crate training slowly and patiently using positive reinforcement. In the meantime, some nights he prefers the comfort of sleeping in his human’s bed - and he makes a wonderful little cuddle buddy!
He is extremely food motivated, loves just about every treat, and this will be a great tool for continuing his training. Ariat is a loving, easygoing companion who wants nothing more than to be included and close to his people. He would make a wonderful addition to a home that can offer him companionship, patience, plenty of social time, and a cozy place to nap.
If you are interested in meeting this dog, please fill out an application.
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