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Scooter
Scooter is a happy, affectionate, healthy, vocal and very energetic little dog. He came to us mid-January with severe emotional problems. We began a positive reinforcement only regimen and taught him to use the dog door. With the freedom of coming and going on his own, his healing began. He keeps himself busy by taking his 20 or so toys outside one by one. He throws them around for awhile and then brings them back in one by one. This happens several times a day. He loves our dogs and they love him. Walks in the park or on the prairie are part of his daily routine. When in the park, he plays well with other dogs, especially the ones bigger than him. While in the park or on the prairie he is allowed off- leash and handles this very well. He always comes back when called or when he hears the clicker. Scooter was enrolled in a beginner's obedience school at PetsMart and graduated April 12th. This class focused on social skills and self-confidence. He was introduced to the concepts of coming when you hear the clicker because it means a treat or hug, to sit and lie down on command, leave it, drop it, and walking on the leash. Since this was always done positively, he was a willing participant.
He is looking for a home full of love and patience. We are seeking an adopter who will continue to work with him through positive reinforcement. If you do not believe in this method or are not willing to learn about it, please do not apply. Scooter has come so far with us, and we are seeking kind, understanding folks to adopt him. The perfect family for Scooter will be one with females and/or children. Men are tolerated while sitting but still not trusted in a standing position. At a minimum he needs a dog door, lots of toys and at least one other dog. We recommend a young dog, bigger than him or similar in size and weight. Scooter is an Aussie-Sheltie-Dachshund mix (in other words, a Heinz 57!) He stands about 18" at the shoulder and weighs 22 lbs.
Scooter has come such a long way from his troubled past and has over-come so much. We are looking for somebody that can help him become the dog that he can and should be.
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