Spuddy is an approximately 6-year-old male Idaho Shag with a gentle soul and a heart ready to heal. He came from a hoarding situation where he lived with about 50 other dogs, and while he's still a bit shy, he's definitely coming out of his shell. He takes treats with a very soft mouth and will sometimes even give a little kiss on your hand. He also lets staff brush him and use waterless soap. We haven't worked up to a full bath yet, as he's only been with us a short time and we don't want him to get too stressed out. Once we do bath him, we'll update his post! We expect him to accept baths like a champ---he's done so well with everything new so far.
Spuddy will allow pets and calmly accepts human presence, though he hasn’t yet learned to seek out human affection on his own. We’ve worked with nearly 30 dogs from the same situation, and every single one has blossomed with time, trust, and love. Those who’ve been adopted are thriving in their new homes—and we have every reason to believe Spuddy will, too.
He’s not housetrained yet, having lived outdoors all his life, but Idaho Shags are intelligent and adaptable. With patience and consistency, we’re confident he’ll adjust well to a home environment. He keeps his indoor overnight kennel clean--waiting to be let out in the morning to do his business.
Spuddy is looking for a kind and understanding adopter who can offer him the stability and love he deserves. If you have a quiet home and a big heart, Spuddy just might be your perfect companion.
