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Bart

male

Doberman Pinscher

Males

Interaction with people:
Children of all ages
Older children (6+)
Pre-teens/teens (12+) and adults only
Adults only
Prefers Men
Prefers Women
Hasn't met anyone they didn't like
Reserved until they know you

Energy level and personality:
Low (couch potato)
Average(at least an hour or so daily of physical activity)
Energetic (needs a "job" and daily vigorous activity)
Would be great for agility/obedience competition
Needs a quieter home
Laid back
Playful
Bold and confident
Passive
Shy
Active busy bee
Very needy (you'll never go to the bathroom alone again)
Leaner (loves to lean on a person - a common Doberman trait)
Smiles (dog picked up human trait of smiling; can be very scary if not aware, but is adorable)

Preferred owner experience:
First time dog owner
Grew up with dogs
Experienced owner
Familiar with working breeds (Dobermans, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, etc.)
Dog trainer

Can be left alone:
Has a difficult time being alone
Can be left alone for up to four hours
Can manage a regular work day

Interaction with other animals:
Should be the only animal
Very dog social (both genders, all sizes, dog parks would be fine)
Good with other dogs but dominant
Female dogs only
Male dogs only
Other large dogs only
Other small dogs only
Other dogs okay if slowly and properly introduced
Okay with cats, but chases
Good with cats
No cats
Cannot do dog parks
Unknown with cats
Okay with dogs and cats, but no small furry pets (e.g. ferrets, rabbits, etc.)
Has issues with other dogs while on leash during walks

Dog's existing knowledge:
Basic commands ("sit", "down", "come")
More advanced commands and/or tricks
Housebroken
Not quite housebroken
Should be crated at first (This is our suggestion for most dogs)
Crate trained
Trustworthy (doesn't need to be crated)
Doesn't crate well
Currently confined to an area but not crated

Loves:
Car rides
Walks
Runs
Your bed
Your couch
Water and swimming
Playing ball/fetch
Snuggling/cuddling

Best to admit about the dog now:
Can be barky
Tends to jump on people
High prey drive (something running around is asking to be chased)
Fence fighter
Runner if gets loose
Digger
Counter surfer
Will raid the garbage
Poor traveler (carsick)
Fence jumper (with these legs, any fence less than 6 feet is asking to be jumped)
Must have fenced yard

Obedience Requirements:
Obedience deposit required (check will be sent back upon completion of class)
Class is highly suggested (best way to get to know your new dog in a controlled environment)
Refresher course (wonderful bonding experience for both dog and human)
No formal training necessary

While each foster family is committed to providing you with complete and accurate information regarding the dog's behavior in their home and under their situation, this is no guarantee as to how any dog will act in a different home or under different circumstances. Each dog is an individual animal, and will respond to its surroundings uniquely.