PACC says Buddy was found near airport, but we have no idea where he came from. Jan 23, 2023 pick up date. Buddy has been through a lot in the past few months, but I’m happy to report that he's doing well now. It’s difficult to determine exactly what breed mix Buddy might be, but Boxer - Pitbull or Boxer - Staffordshire Terrier are both possibilities. The healing nose wound; scars on his neck and ears could indicate a rough past, but it's also possible that they were from an accident.
Since he was so sick and lethargic when we received him, I’m not 100% sure on his attitude – he’s changed a lot since he’s been here. PACC vet did find an old glob of material and hair when they resected his colon. It seems he may have eaten some glass while out on the street. With no previous history, it’s tough to say what he experienced. His surgery was around Feb 10. I think he just finished healing up around April 1.
Buddy was house trained when we received him and very well-behaved around guests including a free range toddler, teens, and men and women of various ages. I feel guilty leaving him when I have to go into work, but dogs are resilient and can adapt to being alone for periods of time as long as they have food, water, and a safe space to rest. His teeth were full of gunk so I’ve made a habit of brushing his teeth daily so the odor and cleanliness have improved. He allows me to mess with his teeth, and mouth. I’m happy to report that his fur has substantially improved since we first got him, which I think is a sign of good health.
Any diet change has resulted in diarrhea and he vomited a few times when we first got him (likely due to food changes and obstruction in colon.) I slowly got him on a chicken kibble from Costco. WARNING: His farts are silent but violent. He usually eats at 7am and 5pm. He often goes to bed on his own at 8pm and naps alot throughout the day. With snacks at 10 am and 3pm. After his colon surgery I even fed him a little meal at noon.
As for his behavior around other dogs, it's not uncommon for dogs to become more reactive on a leash, especially when they're around other dogs. I think we need to continue to train him to walk on a loose leash and to stay calm around other dogs. He doesn’t have terrible leash manners and socialization skills, but he’s changed a lot since his colon resection. So I’m not sure WHO the real Buddy Mc. But But is. I’m not sure if he’d be nice to cats since he was persnickety with a small dog.
Overall, Buddy is a sweet and loving dog who has come a long way since his arrival. He doesn’t stay outside unless I’m out there and follows me around from room to room. Usually sleeping outside our bedroom door. With continued love and care, he will likely continue to thrive. If his adoptive family would like a babysitter, he’s always welcome in our home.
We have a big back yard and he enjoys running around for about 10 minutes in the morning, 10 minutes in the afternoon and we try to get a mile walk in each day. (This is new since he had been healing from his surgery.)
He kept his cone of shame on and seems to be easily trained to lie down, and like I mentioned he sits when you tell him to sit. The only time he nipped at me was when I first brushed his teeth, but I think he had a wound or something.
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