Dog Details

I am calm and mellow 55 pound Stand Poodle gentleman. I likes to spend my days chewing bones and napping, and am very calm and quiet at home. I enjoy taking walks and do very well on the leash, although I do zig-zag when I catch a scent. There are so many new things for me to sniff that I can’t help but wander sometimes!

I’m very polite and don't jump on people but if I get overly excited, I have been known to give hugs. My people have been working hard on redirecting me so I don’t jump on people and try to give them special hugs – I am doing my best and will need more practice. I currently live with a large female German Shepherd and a cat. I do well with both, though I can be rambunctious when I play outside – we love chasing and playing in the yard. While I don’t need a fenced yard in my forever home, having a fenced yard and a friend will help me use up some energy. Otherwise a smart dog like me needs daily exercise, like long walks or play sessions in the yard.

Initially, I was rough with the foster’s cat but after a week of constant supervision and redirection to leave the cat alone, I ignore it. I would likely need a slow and proper into with any new cat, but can live peacefully with them as long as boundaries are taught.

I’m still unsure of new places, but as long as you remain calm, I will follow you, even if I’m feeling nervous. I do well walking around the neighborhood and haven’t shown any reactivity toward other people or dogs (though I get excited when I see dogs and want to approach them). When you stop walking, I’ll stop right along side of you!  We are working on basic commands as well as “go lay down” – I can’t wait to work on new things with you and show you how smart I am!  

I’m not a fan of the kennel but I go in on my own to eat, and will go in when asked to "kennel". Once I’m in the kennel, I’m calm and quiet and lay down. I’ve only been in a covered kennel and do well with that, but will bark if it’s not covered. I sleep quietly all night in it. When I sleep, I let out cute little woofs in my dreams.

I also enjoy having a good bone to chew on, having appropriate chew toys is great so I don’t chew on something I shouldn’t. Although I might try to get a taste of any food left unattended and within reach. But I respond well to redirection. I’m potty trained and do great on a schedule. When I transition to a new home I will need to work on getting on a new routine again – we can do that together!

You will be surprised at how much I love to get brushed. I do need frequent grooming and my people spend time several times a week combing out my hair. You may find it strange, but I almost fall asleep standing up when they are brushing me! 

Ready for an adventure – so am I! I can’t wait to meet you!

**Grooming - this dog's coat may have been neglected before arriving at Underdog and it can sometimes take months to get their coat healthy as poodles and poodle mixes require daily brushing.  Grooming appointments occur every 3 months and cost on average of $150 per appointment. Adopters should be prepared for such expenses. Underdog Rescue cannot guarantee the non-shedding or hypoallergenic qualities of this dog.

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