Bud

My story

My name is Bud, and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 10 y.o. and weigh 28 lbs. I came to my foster home here in Joliet, IL, from a commercial breeding facility where I helped make lots of puppies! But I’m retired now and learning about the good life! I’m still getting used to being loved and living with a family. My favorite thing so far is going for walks. That’s when I come alive! My tail is up and I take the lead so I can sniff every tree and hydrant to leave “pee-mail.” I love seeing other dogs on our walks and chasing after all the squirrels and birds. Because of this, my foster mom thinks that my forever home probably shouldn’t have cats or small pets. While I am happy to see other dogs, I prefer to avoid the humans. You’d feel the same if you came from the place where I lived! My foster mom is great, but it will take time for me to trust new humans. There are other dogs in my foster home and I sometimes hang out with them, but mostly I chill in my favorite bed away from the action. I love treats - all kinds - but string cheese is my favorite! I’m a good boy in the house when foster mom is away. I don’t need to be crated and I don’t get into mischief. I’m potty trained, but occasionally mark where another dog peed. I’m healthy – neutered and vaccinated. The vet found a mild heart murmur, but said it is no cause for concern. My perfect forever home will be a calm place where I have a spot to nap. Experience with shy/fearful dogs would really help and no little kids or cats, since I’m likely to be scared of kids and chase cats. My forever family should be vigilant to guard against escapes - extra careful around open doors or gates and any fenced yard must be very secure. I’m sneaky-smart and fast! If you live in the Midwest and want a shy, handsome gentleman like me to be your best Bud, then visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA learn about you and your home environment to make sure we’ll be a good match. Once approved, they’ll introduce you to my foster mom so we can meet.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Bud, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.