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Name: Perseus the Terrier (VIDEO)
Adoption Fee: $200
Species: Dog
Breed: Terrier / American Bulldog (short coat)
Color: Tan/White
Sex: Male (neutered)
Current Size: 50 Pounds
Potential Size: 55 Pounds
General Potential Size: Large
Current Age: 15 Years 5 Months (best estimate)
Activity Level: Highly Active
Indoor or Outdoor: Indoor Only
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: No
Good with Kids: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Description:
Perseus originally came to us as a stray puppy, wearing a strange looking plastic tubing around his neck as a leash and collar. Poor guy was covered in fleas and horribly filthy. After being adopted several years ago, Perseus was loved and cherished but due to the passing of one of his owners he is now looking for a new forever home. He is such a sweetheart and loves to get out and run! He loves attention from all people, big and small, and is a joy to be around. He does very well in large crowds and is very well socialized with other dogs. He's so well behaved, we know it won't be long before Perseus finds his new forever home. Don't you want to meet this fantastic dog??
Foster Update:
Foster Update:
- Leash Manners - Perseus is leashed trained, he doesn't pull on the leash at all. If he gets a little excited he just needs a little tug and will stop pulling. We use a choker collar on him only because it tightens when we need it to.
- Crate/House Training - Perseus is house trained, he doesn't destroy the house, go to the bathroom, or bark. Perseus is not crazy about his crate but that's okay, as he won't destroy the house if left alone.
- Socialization - Perseus is good with all people. He loves other dogs and is submissive no matter what the situation is. He loves playing with my 20 lb Chihuahua mix and although he does play a little rough, he does know his limits. He is not socialized with cats.
- Energy Level and Exercise - He is a very mellow yet energetic dog. When he wakes up from his naps throughout the day he has a ton of energy and then it's back to sleeping in one of his favorite spot, either under the bed or in the bathtub. We take him on daily walks, and then to the dog park afterwards or to a lake for him to take a little dip.
- Daily Structure and Schedule - On a typical day Perseus is left alone for at the maximum 5 hours. He gets feed a 1 1/2 cups of holistic food twice a day, once in the morning after his walk and once at night. After eating we leave, once we get back we immediately take him to go potty and then to play for a little bit. At night after he eats he goes out for a walk and either the dog park or the lake.
- Confidence Level - Perseus does really well in any situation he is put in. He is submissive with all dogs and people.
- Obedience Training - He knows Sit, Stay, Stop Barking (Silence), Leave It (even people food), Lay, Off, Paw and Come. He won't jump on the bed or couch without permission.
- Behaviors - We are getting him off the habit of nipping at humans and jumping when he gets over excited. He will chase a cat on occasion which we are trying to get him out of.
- Personality Quirks - Perseus oddly likes to sleep in our bathtub. He also has this cute little whimper he does when he wants to be petted.
- Ideal Home - He will do good in a home with active people. It doesn't matter if they are young or older he will do fine. He wouldn't typically be good with cats or anything that flies!
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Boxer's ancestors were two German mastiff type dogs, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer. They were later crossed with the powerful ancestors of the Mastiff and Bulldog. Early on, these dogs were prized for hunting, bull baiting, and for pulling carts. A bit farther down the family tree, Boxer ancestors became cattle dogs, and were used to round up livestock. They were also popular circus and theater dogs because they learned tricks so easily. Breeding was rather indiscriminate until the first Boxer studbook was started in 1904, stabilizing the breed standard. In spite of its German origins, "Boxer" is an English name that suitably describes the dog's punchy fighting style. Though early Boxers may have been quite ferocious, the breed today is a very gentle, loving family companion. Some of the Boxer's talents are watchdogging, guarding, police work, military work, search & rescue, competitive obedience, schutzhund and performing tricks. The Boxer is happy, high-spirited, playful, curious and energetic. Highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn, but can be stubborn and sneaky. The Boxer is a good dog for competitive obedience. Constantly on the move, bonding very closely with the family. Loyal and affectionate, Boxers are known for the way they get along so well with children. A well brought-up and properly socialized Boxer will also get along with his own kind and other household pets. However one Boxer owner reported; their Boxer is best friends with their many barn cats and second dog, but will chase and eat their ducks and other farm birds. The female boxer will often get into fights with other female dogs, trying to display her dominance. If one owns a female boxer and another female dog, they will get along and even play most of the time, however they will most likely fight from time to time. It has been said that the name Boxer came from the way the Boxer likes to use is front paws for just about everything. If you have ever watched a Boxer go about his business you may have noticed the way he paws at his toys, food bowl and you for that matter, in a very playful cat-like way. Some Boxers have been known to paw at their food or water bowl if they are empty. Playfully barking, pawing and playing with the bowl, flipping it upside-down and putting their front paws on the top of the bowl, sliding it around the house barking and whining until someone fills it for them. It looks like a silly game, but the Boxer knows what he is trying to tell you, he's hungry! While participating the sport of schutzhund, Boxers are known to jump up and use their front paws as if they are boxing. They are very clownish and playful and have been known to grab and carry ANYTHING around including your knickknacks if he thinks he can get away with it. The Boxer's nature is to protect you, your family, and your home. Known visitors will be welcomed boisterously. They are always keen to work and play. Boxers need lots of human companionship. They can be rather boisterous and even in old age are still extremely athletic. Teach the Boxer not to be boisterous and especially not to jump up at people. Boxers LOVE to jump. This breed is noted for courage and makes great guard dogs. Boxers have a wide use in military and police work. Training should start young and be firm and consistent. This breed requires a dominant owner. An excellent watchdog, the Boxer will restrain an intruder in the same way a Bulldog does. They have a life expectancy of 11-14 years.
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