Benny

My story

Good With Kids: Not introduced Good With Other Dogs: Likely yes Good With Cats: Not introduced Housetrained: Yes Crate Trained: Yes Walks Nicely On A Leash: Yes, some pulling Knows Basic Commands: Yes Energy Level (Couch Potato, Moderate or High): Low to Medium Special Needs:.**Old man lumps and bumps Physical Fence: Preferred fence or walks. Favorite Thing to do: Eat and take naps in a blankie Favorite Toy: Stuffed Dinosaur Arrival Story: Benny came to us from a shelter, where he was taken in from a hoarding situation. Age / Weight: 8-10 years and 70lbs Personality: Benny is a gentle-natured, distinguished old gentleman. Well for the most part. The big guy still has some surprises up his sleeve so don’t count on a totally predictable, mellow, senior boy here! Benny’s life mission is getting attention from any person within his reach. Everyone who meets him, loves him! He'll sneak attack you with kisses. Ben can be pretty pushy trying to gain your affection. He prefers an end-seat on the couch, with a big, fuzzy fleece blanket, that he’ll bury his muzzle or whole body into. Benny gets up in the morning, ready to take on the day (stretch, potty outside, quick zoomie, yard inspection, eat breakfast, get a belly rub) and after about an hour or so hops on the couch to snuggle in a blanket. It’s the same for afternoon snack and dinner. He snores, uses the nice dog bed to wipe his mouth on after meals, is not sorry about knocking over the food bin for a freebie snack. It’s Benny’s world and we’re just living in it! He really seems to love and thrive on a routine in his foster home and enjoys the company of both men and women. He hasn’t interacted with kids yet. Benny enjoys an array of food items, except fruit. He currently eats a mix of kibble and wet food along with some pumpkin and other veggies thrown in for some added nutrition. Very gentle taking treats from hands. He is always crated while humans are away to ensure his safety. Benny is a champ on car rides, gazing out the window, and vet staff adore him. Ben lives with another dog but is kept separate due to the resident dog, not Benny. Ben has had no reactivity with other dogs and lived with dogs in his previous life, likely there would be no issues. No doubt he would steal another resident animal’s food, though. Benny has many old man lumps and bumps that have been looked at by a vet. Suspicious lumps were tested and confirmed benign. Two were removed (on his foot and under his tail) to ensure they didn’t grow and cause discomfort. As a senior, his new people should keep an eye on these lumps to ensure the utmost of comfort for the big guy. Forever Home: Benny would like a home with like-minded people who enjoy naps and cuddles and letting a 70lb dog hang out on their lap. We don’t think he’d enjoy the activity level and unpredictability of young children but may really enjoy hanging out with older kids. Don't let the senior aspect of this good boy deter you. He is a gem who has lots of love to give. Contact: Please submit adoption application via our website www.waggintailsdogrescue.org/adoption-application or contact wtdr@waggintailsdogrescue.org with any questions. ADOPTION INFO: We do not have a facility; all of our dogs are fostered in private homes. To meet a dog in person, please see our event calendar on our website for the date and time of the next adoption event. Arrangements can be made to meet a dog outside of adoption events after an application is submitted and approved. Our adoption process includes an application and in-home meet-n-greet with the dog. -Adult Dog Adoption Fee - $250 -Senior Dog Adoption Fee - $125 -Pup Adoption Fee - $250 plus $50 spay/neuter deposit refunded upon proof of surgery by 6 mos.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Benny, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.