Moonpie

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*This dog is scheduled to arrive in Grimsby, Ontario on Saturday, June 28*Apply to adopt at rebeldogrescue.com*All adoptions with Rebel Dog Rescue have a 15 day probation period. Read about our adoption process on our website. Moonpie is an awesome dog looking for a fresh start at a better life. He is well mannered in his kennel but can bark for attention at times, is easy to leash, walks very well, and has been friendly with everyone hes met.Moonpie is a bit timid at first and would prefer that you move slow and introduce yourself respectfully. He has had positive interactions off leash with a rambunctious puppy and did very well. Moonpies play style is more reserved than that of a puppy - but he is good at giving small corrections and taking himself out of situations he doesnt feel comfortable in.Once he feels comfortable (which happens fairly quickly) he appreciates affection and listens well. Moonpie initially came to us when we seized a large number of dogs from a hoarding case.The first part of his life has been hectic and hard - but hes showing great signs of being ready for a fresh start at life.Name: Moonpie Breed: Pointer mix Age: ~1.5 years Weight: ~40lbSex: Male, neutered Colour: White Medical: No concerns Good with men: Yes, but shy and warms up quicklyGood with women: Yes, but shy and warms up quicklyGood with kids 0-6: Unknown, not testedGood with kids 7-15: Unknown, not tested but presume yes to kids 10+When the dog meets new people, he: Approaches cautiously, Approaches in a neutral manner, Shy, Does not want to interact at first, but warms upGood with dogs: Yes, happy to co-exist with other dogsHow does this dog react to meeting new dogs? Loose body language, Neutral - will say hello nicely, Avoidant, Needs slow introductionsWhat type(s) of dogs does this dog prefer/be best with? Moonpie has interacted well with different play styles but would prefer a dog that can respect his need for space at first.He would do well with an outgoing but mellow dog that would come say ' Hi! ' from time to time - but could also give him the time he needs to acclimate to his new environment.Good with Cats: No, cannot live with catsCrate training: Enters crate with coaxing, Settles after some barking/whiningHouse training: Almost perfectly house trained - about 90% thereResource Guarding: None seen, Food/high value treats - from dogs. He was housed with a lot of other dogs and there is a possibility that he may need to be fed separately - though we have not physically seen this here at the shelter.Walks on a leash: Walks well, Nervous and needs coaxingEnergy level: Medium Areas to work on: Needs confidence building, Fearful of loud noisesWhat type of environments would NOT be suitable for the dog? Not sure if an apartment/condo would be the right fit due to barking. Any noted separation anxiety? No, but he does like to bark for attention at times.Barker: Average-High What would be the ideal home for this dog?Moonpie would love to live in a home that could offer him low foot traffic of new people / a home on the quieter side / but also a home that offers him plenty of opportunity for socialization and adventures. He could use a confident and easy going dog to open him up and show him the ropes.

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