Available - Dash
Male Puppy English Setter
Socialization/training: Dash is very social and loves everyone he meets, even a little heartbroken if people don’t talk to him. Dash kno...
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Socialization/training: Dash is very social and loves everyone he meets, even a little heartbroken if people don’t talk to him. Dash knows how to sit for his treats and meals, is potty trained, has a good understanding of “Leave it” & “Out” and is working hard on “Down”. We are working on keeping all four feet on the ground but would benefit from formal obedience classes. He is a very curious boy that wants to know & see everything. He is still a puppy and does many puppy things so trusting him out of his crate alone is not recommended. He picked up potty training fast but learning how to sit took a little longer and he will not do it if the reward isn’t shown first. We think he knows his name, but his Setter selective hearing is strong. He is very interested in squirrels, cats & rabbits. He has some interest in birds but not like the little critters. He will need slow introductions with new dogs, so he feels safe. Crate trained: He is crate trained, we just toss a treat in first and he’ll go right in. He is quiet all night but if he hears we are awake, he wants out of his crate. He keeps his crate clean, sleeps all night without problems. Leash trained: He is still trying to figure out walks. In general, he does very well but as he gets tired, he becomes more underfoot. He does the normal setter criss-cross walking. He will bark back at dogs that bark at him first otherwise he wants to go meet them. He will try to go after squirrels and chase leaves so you must hold on. Activity Level: Dash, like a typical setter puppy, is highly active inside and outside. He likes to run with his foster canine siblings outside and play with his toys inside. He also gets long walks. If he has his energy burnt out, he will either curl up in our laps or on a dog bed. Fence: Dash requires a 5–6-foot chain-link or privacy fence. He has a very good vertical jump; he has not tried our taller fence. We can see if the reward on the other side was great enough, he could be over in a single jump if it were only 4 foot. Behavior: Dash is very outgoing and enjoys having people come to the house. He isn’t shy about jumping up laps of strangers. He wants to be with his people, inside or out. He is very busy and easily moves throughout the house checking out everything he can. He will fight sleep just so he doesn’t miss anything. Medical History: Dash is microchipped, up-to-date on vaccines, and on monthly heartworm & flea preventative. Dash will need to be neutered between the age of 9 and 12 months, so he will be adopted on a puppy contract and will need to be neutered in his forever home. His next leishmaniasis test is due in 9/2024. Dash originates from Greece where Leishmaniasis is endemic. He tested negative before coming to the USA, but the parasite can remain dormant in the system for many years, so potential adopters must be willing to commit to annual testing for the next 7 years. Typically, the test needs to be sent to a special lab, but any regular vet can draw the blood and send it to the lab. The cost of the test seems to vary widely by area, but is approximately $150-$250 or if your vet is willing to send the test to a veterinary college lab, cost can be as low as $80. Foster Comments: Dash a great little Setter puppy that has travel to the states from Greece in search of his perfect family. Dash enjoys going for walks, so we are looking for someone that will take him on regular long walks, hikes and adventures. He has been near water once, he will most likely be a good swimmer. Dash has several canine & feline foster siblings. He does great with the canines his size. He doesn’t pay any attention to the toy breeds in our home; however, he is a little too much for our cats, believing they are all chew toys. Because of this, we will not adopt to a home with cats. Dash is a very happy guy that needs someone that can spend a lot of time with him and keep both his body and mind busy. We are looking for someone that is dedicated to obedience training, building a strong bond with Dash and guiding him to becoming a great canine citizen. This active boy likes children but is maybe too much for young toddlers until he grows out of his puppyhood and finishes obedience training. He would need to be watched around children’s toys as he will chew things up that he may find. His favorite toys are stuffies that he can easily get to squeak, he is gentle on them and doesn’t rip them apart. One of the ways we help with energy release is by playing ball, he is still on short tosses and rolls but he does bring them back and releases with an “out” command. Dash will sit quietly at the door to go outside, we do not know how long he will hold it, but he’s not had an accident in our home since the first day. He keeps his crate clean, sleeps all night without problems. He has a dog bed & blanket in his crate he keeps nice and unchewed. Potential adopters should have English Setter experience. Foster Location: Waterloo IA Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance between adopters & foster home. If interstate transport is provided for your adopted dog, there will be an additional charge of $50.00 for the required Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (“Health Certificate”). Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000-mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000-mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far Western states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions.
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