This poor Port Orchard woman is trying to rehome this dog that came to her porch and she put an ad on Craigslist..read on...
This is an almost-three-year-old Jack Russell Terrier. Not much is known about this little man before he showed up on my door step three months ago. I have searched for his previous home, and honestly, I doubt they are looking for him. Here's some things I have learned about him along the way, and as I believe in full disclosure, here they are for all to see.
-He is litter box trained. When I say this, I mean that the house is his litter box, and there is nothing I can do to convince him otherwise. Doesn't like to get his feet wet or dirty, so taking care of business outside is just too much to ask for.
-Responds to any amount of cuss words, and they appear to excite him. Seems to respond best to the name 'Terror'.
-Is not fence challenged. If he is placed in a fence, no matter the height, way it's built, etc, he will get out.
-Has extreme ADHD. Seems to be triggered by the people around him slowing down for the night.
-Has extreme OCD in matters with his ball (or anything you don't want him to have). Now I have to put a warning in here. If he steals a shoe, and you get it back from him, he has no qualms attacking your feet until he gets said shoe off. I have realized that giving him the shoe doesn't seem to help, as that is the time he realizes they come in PAIRS.
-Firmly believes that his feet and ears are his property, and will defend them accordingly.
-Hates the vet. As in, comes within 10 miles and promptly sticks himself to the ceiling of your car (and you think I'm joking).
-Loves cats. They run fast, and are an elusive target that he has yet to catch. I fear the moment he does however.
-Loves children. Same reason.
-Has a hidden ambition to see China, and has dug a significant amount of the way all on his own.
-The kennel is a torture chamber, and acts as though you are cutting off his limbs when trying to place him in one. No matter how long he is contained, no matter what toys, treats, etc are given to him, he will let the neighborhood know you are torturing him and scream accordingly.
-Food is another thing that is his, and will gladly defend at all costs. This goes for any shoes he might have stolen, or pillows (prefers down ones- must like the feathers??).
-Does not like dog beds. The three I had in my house are all in little pieces, so those aren't a good idea.
-Teddy bears have taken on a 'Chucky' appearance to him, and if he sees one he goes into an obsessed rage that can not be contained until nothing remains of the bear. No other stuffed animal seems to trigger this reaction. Just bears.
-Likes to chew. Anything that looks appetizing at the time has proven to be in danger. This includes (but is not limited to): people's arms, legs, dog bones, rawhides, pillows, balls, shoes, computer keyboard?, truck tire, water bottles, books, DVD cases, the coffee table, and a radio.
-He also has a secret desire to join a sled dog team, and will gladly pull you anywhere you need to go via his leash. I had no idea a 15 pound dog could pull a 150 pound woman off her feet with absolutely no problem until him. Choke collars? Those crazy pinch collars? Inflict damage on him, and he will put his focus elsewhere. For example: your shoes. Very vindictive little man.
-People are his spring board, and he will gladly use you to propel himself up and away. Add the nails that he refuses to have cut, and this can be a painful experience.
Now, for the pros.
-He is UTD, although he had to be sedated to accomplish this. Had his nails trimmed as well, so they are no longer daggers.
-He is neutered. Trust me, he shouldn't procreate.
-Does appear to sit on command, although that's only if he feels like it (make sure there are no distractions i.e. butterflies, toys, wind, imaginary creatures, etc around).
-He no longer has mats and fleas, although I would have given anything to watch that grooming session. The manager has politely asked me to find a new groomer if that gives you any idea.
-He is healthy. Apparently has a love interest with food, so that's not a problem.
-He is microchipped, so his new owners will be stuck with him
He obviously needs a loving and understanding home. Someone with extreme patience and absurdly optimistic would work perfectly. I'm not asking an adoption fee for him, just a home that is willing to work with him. We were kicked out of obedience training for causing a nuisance to the class, so somebody that is willing to pay for private lessons would be best. Feel free to ask questions.
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