Paloma

Paloma has been in foster care with a temporary foster for approximately 1.5 weeks in a two-adult home and is reported to be housetrained, using a dog door reliably without accidents. She has been left loose in the home with access to a fenced yard for up to 5 hours without issue. Paloma is deaf and is currently learning hand signals. She knows sit, takes treats gently, and foster is working on additional cues including down and wait.Foster reports that Paloma has successfully lived with large resident dogs in another foster home, though slow introductions are recommended. On walks, she becomes highly aroused by other animals and may fixate, pull, jump, spin, and pant, though she does not bark or snarl. She also shows strong interest in small animals and will charge toward them if given the opportunity. Foster reports she is inexperienced with urban environments and may become overstimulated by cars, bicycles, joggers, and other novel stimuli, occasionally jumping toward joggers. An Easy Walk harness has been helpful for management. Paloma is described as friendly with new people and settles appropriately after greetings. Foster notes that she can become jumpy and use her mouth during play or herding behavior, and would benefit from continued training on leash manners and appropriate play behaviors.

Gentle dainty when first introduced to bigger dogs. Avoidant when overwhelmed. When opens up, play style is lots of mouthing of other dog. Some push pull play. Enjoys the company of another dog, okay with dogs much larger than her.B Small dogs: Okay but confused by small dogs. - LR

Paloma is deaf, and must be adopted in to a home with another dog. She gets so much of her reassurance and guidance from a dog friend, it really is critical for her comfort in the world. B No cats. Older, respectful, children only as she is easily overwhelmed and can be mouthy. B Behavior- no food or toy guarding from people (or dogs) with the exception of her crate or the nice hole she just dug. She will just jump in to them, no aggression. B Okay with all handling but gets overwhelmed easily. B Nervous about new people (Avoidant, lip licking) but settles in quickly. B Very mouthy, but responsive when redirected to a more appropriate behavior. B (notes per foster/staff LR)

Timestamp 11/22/2022 19:03:32 Dog you are fostering: Name/ACR Paloma How long have you fostered this dog? Since 11/2021 How many people in your house: Adults and Kids (ages) 1 Adult House training Status [House Trained?] Yes House training Status [Paper/puppy pad trained?] Unknown/not tried House training Status [Crate Trained?] Yes Any accidents in the house - describe Not since she first arrived as a puppy over a year ago. How long is dog alone each day on average? never - always with other dogs Where is dog sleeping at night - select all that apply In Crate Where is dog kept when left alone Please see above - never - always with other dogs Are there other dogs living in the home? Yes Describe how dog behaves around other dogs (e.g., plays, ignores, barks, growls). Please describe in detail the actual behaviors and body language (e.g., wagging tail, play bow, tail tucked, hackles up, tense body, loose body, etc). Paloma is VERY high energy and playful. She loves a good game of chase w other dogs. She also loves to wrestle and she plays rough. Play bows, wags tail. Some tense body language and hackles up at times if she does not feel like playing (rarely the case). How does dog behave when he sees small animals (squirrels, cats, small dogs)? Please describe in detail the actual behaviors you have observed (e.g., ignores, barks, lunges), how long they last and under what circumstances they occur. "High prey drive. - Squirrels, cats, DEER. I do not know about small dogs. Chases. Lunges. Barks. She quickly moves on to the next activity though. " How does the dog behave around strangers? Please describe in detail the actual behaviors you have observed (e.g., ignores, approaches with a wagging tail, jumps on them, barks, lunges, etc.), how long they last and under what circumstances they occur. "If people do not have a dog - Paloma is VERY friendly - wags tail, jumps on them to greet (I'm working on this). She LOVES attention from people without dogs. People with dogs - she lunges, barks and is entirely focused on the dog. This behavior is mitigated with walking the same direction as person with the dog. " How does the dog behave around children (if applicable). Please describe in detail the actual behaviors you have observed (e.g., ignores, jumps on them, avoids, barks, lunges), how long they last and under what circumstances they occur. "No children in the house or visitors with children. She should NOT be in a house with small children (under teenage) as she plays very rough and can be very mouthy when playing or frustrated. Being deaf - she can be easily startled if she does not see someone coming towards her." Does the dog know any commands/tricks? "Sits for treats Come when sees visual cues Runs to her crate when I have a Kong " How does the dog do on leash? (Pulls, walks nicely, slow walking, etc) Paloma is a big puller and a very "passionate" walker. She walks fast and trots. I use a pinch collar when walking to curb the pulling. Is your foster dog showing any behavior problems? Please describe in detail the actual behaviors you have observed (e.g., growling or barking at other dogs or people, prolonged barking or other signs of distress when left alone, etc.), duration and under what circumstances they occur. Please see "People with dogs" above. What kind of home do you think best suits your foster dog (select all that apply) Active Home, Home without kids, Home without other dogs, Experienced dog owner, Home where she/he can do sports or serious training activity, Paloma is incredibly intelligent & high energy. Someone with working dog, Northern dog experience would be preferable. Paloma is not a "starter" dog or a dog for anyone who wants a dog to sit on the couch with them. Does the dog do any cute/endearing tricks that would make people want to meet him/her? Happiest dog ever but that's not a "trick" Anything else to share about your foster dog? Secure fencing w dig guard is a must. She loves adventure and she loves to dig. Does your foster dog like (select all that apply): Walking, Running, Hiking, Fetching a ball, Playing with other toys (tugs, ropes, squeaky toys), Sniffing/Nosework, Training activites (working on obediences/sports training), Doing tricks / jumps / agility, Playing in the house/ chase/ zoomies, Playing outside / chase / zoomies Do you have any concerns about the dogs behavior you would like to speak with a behavior consultant about? No

Meet Paloma, the one-of-a-kind pup who's sure to steal your heart with her stunning blue eyes. This 5-year-old, 47-pound Shepsky/Cattle Dog mix girl is full of spark, a social butterfly who adores meeting new people and soaking up all the love and attention. She also happens to be deaf, but that doesn't hold her back from enjoying everything that life has to offer!

Her foster says Paloma is a bundle of joy with a tail that never stops wagging. A quick learner, she's crate and potty trained, knows how to sit, and politely takes treats. She’s mastering leash skills and enjoys going on pack walks with her giant dog foster siblings. Always up for adventures, Paloma loves going for car rides and gets excited as soon as she sees her harness. In the home she is an independent gal who is respectful, good with houseguests, quiet, and able to relax either home alone or by your side as the perfect work from home buddy. But she's always up for a little tug of war or chasing a ball whenever you want to play!

Paloma is in search of a forever home as a solo dog or with a well-matched dog companion and no other small pets. She'll do best in a quiet neighborhood as busy places can be overwhelming. A high-energy, intelligent working breed mix, Paloma will thrive in a house with a yard or with regular exercise along with mental stimulation.

If you're looking for a special companion that will bring love and excitement to your life, Paloma is the one for you! Follow her in foster with @the_skyline_pack on Instagram, and click here to learn how to adopt and submit your adoption questionnaire.

 

 

 

 

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