Jay (cd)

Retriever | Dickson, TN

Age : 3 Years 8 MonthsAdultMaleMediumLabrador Retriever

About

Meet Jay (cd)

About Jay Jay is effectively the perfect rescue dog. Easy to handle, incredibly loving, attentive and easy to train. He will thrive in a home where his people are home most of the time (e.g., Those who work remotely from home, are homemakers, or are retired); with or without one or two other dogs; without cats; with older children or no children; and with people who want him to spend a lot of time with their dog!  He's a vocal boy, but not in the sense that he barks (although he does do that sometimes of course). She likes to do what we call singing and telling stories, where he just makes little happy. Silly sounds when you first get home, when you first wake up, and anytime he is feeling a little playful with you. He is expressing his joy! At 57% American Pitbull Terrier, Jay does have some Pitbull mannerisms. For example, his little ears flop up and down when he walks. Also, he does what's called the "pibble nibble" - in which he gently uses his front teeth to fake-nibble your hands or chin when he's very happy.  Things Jay needs work on are very few, he does have a habit of begging for food, and trying to sneak food off the countertop if it's within reach. He also has some fear of small children, we believe he was tortured by some in his past. So half the time he is totally fine when approached by a new child, and half the time he lets out a little growl and becomes scared and backs away. Because of this, Jay is not recommended for a home with small children. So 10 and older is no problem, but younger children do sometimes still alarm him. He is a dream on a leash, knows how to sit and lay down, has no trouble having his nails done (we use a grinder, not clippers), and lets us brush his teeth every night. Although initially wary of wearing a collar instead of a harness (because of his past trauma of being chained up by his neck), he has now learned to comfortably and easily wear the collar with no problems.  Interactions with Other Animals & Humans He is excellent with other dogs.  We are unsure how he will behave with cats. Given his curiosity and laser-focused attention, we would say no small animals for this one. Jay is sometimes scared of smaller children and may growl a LITTLE growl if approached too quickly or by too many at once. He would do best in a home with older children or no children. Origin Story Jay deserves a life of companionship and luxury. He came to us from animal control, where he had been picked up for neglect. Probably chained to a tree for the first 3 years of his life, he was near starvation, riddled with bugs (including fly strike on his ears), and covered head to toe with car motor oil. He was heartworm positive, and we recently discovered he now has a grade one heart murmur, likely from the heartworms. He has scarring across his body, and his ears will never have full fur coverage again. Additionally, he has grooves and wear on his teeth that no 4-year-old dog should have, likely from chewing on a metal chain for many months and years. After months of treatment, and careful work by fosters and volunteers alike, Jay learned that being an indoor dog is a beautiful thing. He trusts everyone almost immediately now, and loves to be with his people. He is easily trainable, always looking to your face to see what he should be doing and if you're happy with him. He loves to cuddle, snuggle, and snooze by your side or on your lap. He will occasionally play, but prefers A low-key lifestyle. He enjoys chewing on rubber toys, following you around the house as you do chores, and taking several walks during the day. Apply to Adopt To apply to adopt this charmer, fill out the adoption form here: https://goo.gl/dGoP1L

Adoption Process
Must complete an adoption application and sign adoption contract. Home is subject to home check.

Contact
Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc
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