Buddy

My story

**Meet Buddy!**🐾 Surrendered after two years with his caretaker, Buddy came to us when his person could no longer provide for his needs due to financial hardship and housing restrictions. His story is one of loyalty and resilience-he was originally left in her care by a friend who never returned, and she did everything she could to keep him safe and fed, even amid eviction threats. Now 12 years young, Buddy is looking for a soft place to land for his golden years.---**My ideal home:**Buddy would do best with a patient, adult household that understands the needs of a senior dog. He enjoys peace and quiet, familiar routines, and the occasional peanut butter treat. A home with gentle structure, soft bedding, and a human who respects his boundaries would be perfect.---**Good with kids?**Buddy should go to a home without young children (under 5), as he prefers interactions on his own terms and needs a calm, understanding environment.---**Good with other pets?**In his previous home, Buddy was tolerant of familiar dogs but preferred slow introductions. He recently met a female dog here at the shelter and politely sniffed before walking away-he's not looking for a playmate, but might do well with another mellow companion. He has no experience with cats.---**Leash Manners:**While Buddy can be strong on leash and is sometimes reactive to moving objects (barking or growling), he is manageable with experienced handlers. He benefits from calm, structured walks and might enjoy short strolls in quieter neighborhoods.---**Overall health:**Buddy is underweight with noticeable muscle loss in his face, likely due to age and inconsistent eating in his previous home. He has stage IV dental disease and mild anemia, and his lab work shows some elevated electrolytes, which should be monitored. Despite all this, he's waggy, friendly, and cooperative for medical handling. Our team will go over his medical plan with potential adopters.---**Behavior determination: Level 2**Buddy is a sweet, older gentleman who has done well in our care center. He leans into pets, seeks out affection, and knows many cues like "sit," "go to your bed," and even "give me a hug"! He is crate-trained and housetrained, though may need reminders in a new space. His known challenges include mild resource guarding, leash reactivity, and general anxiety-but with the right person, we believe Buddy will thrive.---**Fun facts:**🍽 Favorite food: Purina with rotisserie chicken and eggs🎾 Favorite treat: Peanut butter🏠 Enjoys lounging in the living room and quiet companionship🐶 Knows multiple commands and loves praise from his humans---Buddy has lived a long life and deserves to spend the rest of it feeling safe, loved, and comfortable. If you can offer him that, come meet him today-you'll be glad you did. Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 65.2 Age: 12yrs 0mths 1wks

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