Brody — Malinois Mix, 1 year, 45 lbs, neutered & vaccinated.
“I adopted Brody rescue group located in San Diego and Baja California called Baja Animal Sanctuary. Brody was originally found in Mexico as a stray and was taken into Baja Animal Sanctuary.”
How long have you owned this dog?: I have owned this dog since August 2019, so it has been about 8 months.
Brody is being re-homed because his current owner does not have enough time or energy to dedicate to Brody and whats best for Brody.
Check the words that best describe your dog.: FRIENDLY, ACTIVE, PLAYFUL, NERVOUS, SMART, AFFECTIONATE, TIMID
Is the dog currently on vaccinations?: Yes & heartworm negative
Dog takes regular Heartguard Plus and Simparica
Are there any behavior problems?: No
Does the dog get along with:: Dog-Friendly
Brody loves other dogs and loves the dog park. He tends to become submissive with other dogs if he finds them to be loud or barking at him. He loves to play and interact with other pets. I think he enjoys being around other dogs and can use the friends, and so a house with other dogs would be ideal for him.
Cats? Yes
Kids? Yes
Does your dog have handling sensitivities? How is your dog meeting strangers?: He is pretty friendly with strangers.
Where does the dog sleep?: On the floor next to the bed and a lot of times he likes to go under the bed
Is the dog allowed on your furniture?: Yes
Is the dog crate trained?: Yes
Where do you keep your dog: In a crate while I am gone
How does the dog react to being left alone?: Brody has a very sensitive side and will be ok left alone in the crate but he definitely is sad to see you leave for the day
Please list any particular fears your dog has.: Thunder, loud noises like fireworks, certain kitchen items like toaster can cause him to hide
Brody did do a 1 week board and train at a trainer's house that utilized clicker training. He is very smart and can learn a lot, but he just needs someone to dedicate time to training him. He can sit and lie down very well and knows "in the box" to go to his crate. He is highly trainable but just needs the time as mentioned above.
Does the dog have any known health problems?: No
Does the dog like riding in the car?: Yes
What is the dog's favorite : Brody loves to the ride in the car. If he could go in the car with you each time you leave, he would be thrilled!
He likes walking and exploring. He likes mental stimulation games such as hiding food under cups and having him push the cup around to find the treat. As mentioned, he loves riding in the car. He is very affectionate, so he loves to cuddle and snuggle up with you and will try to get as close as possible. He likes getting a lot of attention and being petted. As mentioned, he is very sweet and affectionate and so he wants to cuddle up to his loved ones. He likes to run. He likes riding in the car. He likes mental stimulation games. He likes to watch the tv and will notice other dogs on there where he might whine seeing them.
He likes his tummy scratched and will sleep on his back with his legs up in the air. He dislikes loud noises from items in the kitchen or on the tv.
Does the dog jump kiddie gates or fences?: No
Brody definitely needs a home with a yard. I really need to stress that. Ideally, an experienced dog owner would be great. An owner who has a lot of time to spend with him and who has other animals would be ideal as well.
Current schedule: During the weekday, Brody tends to wake up by about 7am and eats breakfast by about 8am. He goes on 1 walk a day around my neighborhood with the occassional dog park about every few weeks. He eats dinner about 6pm. He has been left home alone about 6 hours a day. He will go to bed about 10pm.
Please provide a summary of the “ideal” home for your dog:: The ideal home for Brody would entail probably a family or a person who will be home with Brody a lot. Someone active who is an experienced dog owner who would like to bond by training him would be great. The home should have a yard and probably another dog to keep Brody company as I think he needs other dog companions to see on a daily basis.