BREED: Shepherd mix
GENDER: Male
AGE: 2 years old
SIZE/WEIGHT: Approx. 55-60 lbs
HISTORY: Originally was found abandoned, full of dozens of burrs, starving, and very scared.
TEMPERAMENT: Very calm, submissive, easy-going, gentle.
PERSONALITY: Easy-going, calm, love bug, cuddly, gentle, sweet.
HOW IS DOG WITH SMALL DOGS: Great, no issues.
HOW IS DOG WITH CATS: Fantastic
HOW IS DOG WITH CHILDREN: Great with kids of all ages.
HOW IS DOG WITH OTHER ANIMALS: Fantastic, zero issues. Not a mean bone in his body.
PETS NEEDS: Gus has a medical condition we nor the family caring for him has been able to diagnose with veterinary care. We are not sure why he is not able to contain his pee, however it apparently is a lot of pee when sleeping. An adopter would have to be aware of his condition and be prepared to clean up the pee and provide a heated insulated dog house when outside in case needs to stay in it when gone for the day rather than pee inside the home. Really love to run and play with other big dogs in snow, yards, anywhere he can run and play.
BEST MATCH: With someone who is home most of the time or can let him out frequently, a place he can be outside during the day if needed, retired couple, or somewhere that can send him to doggy daycare. He needs to be able to go pee outside frequently. Gus is such a loving, adorable, playful, goofy, unique boy. His problem with incontinence is a set back for many, but due to his remarkable personality we feel he can still find a forever home with someone who will love him and handle the clean up regardless.
FAVORITE THINGS: Food/treats and cuddling, playing fetch with toys that are “long” like ropes or that have a bit of length to them.

SPECIAL NOTES: Gus is currently in Foster care in Cranbrook, BC and can meet half way or potentially find volunteer drivers to meet serious adopters 🙂