Hunter/Rusty 07-653

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Hunter/Rusty came from a full shelter in Sioux City, Iowa along with two friends he was found roaming the streets with. He and Mandy 07-652 look like brother and sister. They both have reddish/gold coats, are fine boned and have flesh-colored noses and hazel eyes. Hunter seems to be the alpha male of the pack, marking his spots with determination outside and leading any social contact. He is a very outgoing 1-2 year old male, gregarious and intelligent. However, he is quiet in his crate unless there's a lot of stimulation and sleeps well through the night. He is a little possessive about food and water, probably because he is so starved, so I feed him separately. He craves personal attention and touch and went on a two mile walk today and was very good on the lead. Hunter has been to the vet. He is underweight at about 48 lbs, but is otherwise healthy. He was neutered on Tuesday and has been perky and ready to go since. Hunter does know 'sit' and has not had any accidents in the house. Hunter is a very affectionate dog that needs an active, loving home and reassurance that he is safe.

At a Glance #07-653

Mixed Breed	Born: May 2006
Male	Weight not specified

Status: Adopted

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Hunter/Rusty came from a full shelter in Sioux City, Iowa along with two friends he was found roaming the streets with. He and Mandy 07-652 look like brother and sister. They both have reddish/gold coats, are fine boned and have flesh-colored noses and hazel eyes. Hunter seems to be the alpha male of the pack, marking his spots with determination outside and leading any social contact. He is a very outgoing 1-2 year old male, gregarious and intelligent. However, he is quiet in his crate unless there's a lot of stimulation and sleeps well through the night. He is a little possessive about food and water, probably because he is so starved, so I feed him separately. He craves personal attention and touch and went on a two mile walk today and was very good on the lead. Hunter has been to the vet. He is underweight at about 48 lbs, but is otherwise healthy. He was neutered on Tuesday and has been perky and ready to go since. Hunter does know 'sit' and has not had any accidents in the house. Hunter is a very affectionate dog that needs an active, loving home and reassurance that he is safe.

Updates

Monday, May 5, 2008

Hello all, Hunter here checking back in. I have been having a great time since the last update. FD did figure out how to put my Gentle Leader on, and I hardly pull at all on walks now. I have loved all of this great weather lately and have let FD know that I want to go outside even if I don't really have to go potty. FD does not seem to mind, and he likes this nice weather also.

I still get a little excited on walks with other dogs go by, but FD is working with me on this and I am getting much better.

FD was very sick last week, and it made me feel really bad. I kept letting him know by getting into bed with him and cuddling as close as I could to make sure I made him feel better. FD said he appreciated this, but was probably not the best idea, since he had a bad case of the flu.

I got to take a few more car rides last week, which I really love. I love to stick my nose out the window and smell all the fun smells. This is great until about 60 MPH, then I prefer that FD closes the windows, and I then like to lie down in the back seat. I know when we slow down again though, so I am ready and waiting for the windows to go back down.

I took a little trip last week, and went to see FD's parents in Burnsville. I really liked their house with all of the new smells. My Foster Grandma even bought me some new toys for me, but said I am not supposed to call her a Grandma.

I even went to Chuck and Don's on Saturday and met some really nice people. I had no problems with meeting some of the puppies, but did get a little excited about a few dogs when they came in the door.

I continue to prove to my FD what a gentle, sweet and smart guy I am, and everyone I meet seems to agree. Here are a few more photos of me to check out.

Smell you later,
Hunter

Saturday, April 26, 2008

Finally I am out of boarding!! Not that I did not like the canine country club, but it sure is nice to be back in a home.

My new foster Dad seems pretty cool. When he was giving me a tour of the house I jumped up on his bed to put my front paws on his shoulders and gave him lots of kisses just to show my appreciation for being here.

I really enjoy walks in the new neighborhood here in the Nokomis area of Minneapolis. Just to show off a little bit, I have almost gone on point to show FD where the squirrels and rabbits were. After they run away, I always have the scent and FD seems to be impressed by this. He thinks I could make an excellent hunting dog with some work. I have been pulling a little bit on walks, but am getting better. FD seems a little confused on how to get my Gentle Leader on, and I am not telling him how to do it!! (he says he knows how now)

I have had no accidents in the house, and am very good about telling FD when I need to go outside, isn’t that what all dogs do? I am a very sweet boy, and am very gentle when taking treats or playing. I have no resource guarding issues, and am the only animal that lives here. I have the run of most of the house here, and when left alone I have not been destructive or gotten into anything that I should not have.

FD left today for a while and when he came home he had the smell of some other dogs on him. He said that he just went to Chuck and Don's in Eagan to meet some humans and dogs with RAGOM. I was suspicious, so, I told him next time he does this I want to come with!!

FD has taken some pictures of me, but I am a little camera shy, but more will be on the way.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

I thought I'd send some new pictures of me at doggie day care. I was loving the snow but now I'm loving the mud even more! How come no one will take pictures of me in the mud? My hair isn't nearly as long as a purebred dog. That makes me easier to clean up! Doesn't that make me BETTER than a purebred?

Friday, March 7, 2008

Hunter enjoying an ice ball...
Hmm...which one do I want?
Aren't I sweet?
Yum , yum!

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Hunter and our resident played like crazy this weekend - he is a great ball player and loves toys! Hunter was very patient with the kids as they tried to keep up with him running in the back yard, and takes treats oh so gently from everyone. He is a joy to foster and our resident is so happy to have someone to play with.

Hunter is very agile, and pops right up on the bed, snuggles in, and snores! Our resident can’t hop in the bed without assistance, so she decided to give him a bath instead.

I wish I could get a better picture of Hunter. Maybe a video would capture his many cute expressions, non-stop waggling tail and cute happy sounds!

Sunday, January 27, 2008

Hunter just moved to our home this weekend and wow – what a great dog! We have two small children (3 & 6) and a female Golden. He is great with the kids and our resident dog (after kind of a loud introduction), and so happy and affectionate. I can’t believe he is still with RAGOM!

Hunter is totally potty trained, crazy about toys, and has a large vocabulary of sweet sounds to let you know he wants to go outside, wants more love – and my favorite – oh, yes…that is the perfect spot to scratch! He is like a puppy without any of the bad stuff….no chewing, potty or crazy jumping. Super affectionate and happy!

He walks well on a leash, knows sit, shake and with a bit of obedience training he will be even better. We have a fenced yard and he loves to run and play ball.

I think he may have some allergies, which we are treating with allergy medicine, but nothing different than most Goldens deal with.

Here is a picture of Hunter at PetCo, and a picture of him snoozing after a day of playing ball!

Friday, January 4, 2008

Hunter/Rusty will be at the PetSmart event this Saturday, January 5th from 11-1pm (two hours is usually his limit =( )

Here is a new photo of Hunter and his resident friend Ellie (former RAGOM dog). They are best of friends and now spend their nights sharing space on the end of the bed.

Sunday, December 9, 2007

Hunter has had quite an eventful weekend! He had his first bath, maybe ever, on Friday and smells soooo much better. He resisted getting in the shower, but once he was in, he was a dream. I think he may have actually liked it, because his tail was thumping the whole time. Of course when he was all bathed and handsome he galloped around showing off his new look to his resident doggie friends.

On Saturday Hunter took a trip to Petco for the RAGOM event. He's been such a good boy with his three resident dogs I was sure he would accept meeting some new dog faces, but after 2 hours I think poor Hunter was a little overstimulated and got a bit ornery. I am finding out that even though he has adjusted to his three resident pals very well and loves them as playmates he would be best in a home without any dogs and definitely without cats. From living on the streets he seems to think cats are food and he has a very keen hunting instinct. Hunter did, however, show that he is very good and gentle with kids. He had lots of pats and treats from kids and took the treats like a gentleman and LOVED the pats from the little guys.