Blaine

My story

Name, age, breed: Blaine, 4 years, Treeing Walker CoonhoundLikes: Food, slow introductions, cuddles when comfortableDislikes: Being touched when eating What would be the ideal home? Suitable for a first time dog owner that will give Blaine time to settle in at his own pace Good with other cats? Possibly, with the right introduction Good with dogs? Possibly, same size/activity level Good with children? No kids under 8 due to nervousnessTemperament: Very sweet but scared dog - would benefit from socialization and exposureMotivators? Treats, kibble Any commands? None House trained? Unknown Crate trained? Unknown How long will it take to settle into a new environment? 3-3-3 rule: First 3 days - Your dog may be overwhelmed and may hide, have a lack of appetite, or test boundaries. Give them space and time to adjust in a quiet room with their bed, food, water, and toys. 3 weeks - Your dog may start to settle in and their personality will emerge. You can expect behavior issues to arise, so set boundaries and expectations with positive reinforcement training. 3 months - Your dog should be comfortable and acclimated to your home. They should know their routine and expect meals and enrichment at specific times.Any special needs or traits an adopter should know? Blaine will need a dental cleaning in the future If you think Blaine is the one for you - fill out an application today!

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