08/27/2013:
Please welcome Toby 13-234 to RAGOM. Toby is a 2.5-year-old unneutered male. Toby was surrendered from a very loving family who is expecting a new baby and wanted Toby to continue to receive the time and attention that he deserves. Since arriving in foster care, Toby has been brought up to date on all his vaccinations. Toby is currently scheduled for his neuter. Toby is a very health boy weighing in at 91 lbs. The vet would like to see Toby lose 15 lbs so he will be on a green bean diet and exercise regimen.
Toby has already been through basic obedience. Toby knows lay down, sit, stay, & high five. Toby will need quite a bit of work during his walks as he gets excited and pulls on his flat collar. We are currently using an Easy Walk harness with him. Toby is good with kids and other dogs, however cats are unknown. Toby has a fenced-in yard here, however he is learning to be trained to his boundaries in the front yard very well. Toby is crate trained & kennels nicely when we leave the house. Toby has not been left alone for more than 2 hours at a time, so leaving him for a full day of work is unknown at this time.
Toby loves to play fetch over and over again. He also enjoys playing tug-o-war with his foster brother. Toby is an affectionate Velcro dog that likes to be near his people all the time; he especially enjoys sleeping on the bed. Toby does like being reassured that he is OK during bedtime or in car rides. He can pant a bit when he is unsure, but we are able to calm him down quickly. We are enjoying getting to know this sweet boy and what his perfect home will need after his neuter.