Cognac

Cognac is a 4 yo black and fawny picturesque male weighing approximately 60 lbs. Like so many of our dogs, he was a stray without a story book of his past. However, since his arrival into our program, he has blossomed into one of our most social butterflies. He is curious to meet all dogs and, within a short period of time, will do his best to invite play. At times, he may become overly excited in his eagerness to engage with other dogs. However, continued supervision during his initial dog-interactions with redirection helps him to settle into appropriate play-manners quite rapidly.

This guy is endearing and will accept any opportunity for pets and face rubs. He has learned to share the human space and attention with other dogs and will 'wait his turn' (although while wiggling) for his dog treats. When reuniting with his human after a long workday, Cognac previously would jump up with excitement or display puppy-mouthing. Both behaviors have completely disappeared and are now replaced with appropriate calm greetings. A new environment many trigger these behaviors to return, so continued reminders may be necessary, especially around small children.

Cognac appears to have had limited exposures to the world and can become overly aroused during walks where he sees other dogs or hears loud vehicles passing by. Similar reactions are observed during car rides, as he focuses on moving vehicles passing by. He has shown us that his ideal life includes short quiet walks, playing with a canine buddy, or engaging in fetch with his human in a back yard.

Inside the home, he relaxes nicely on his dog beds and waits patiently with his co-foster mates during long workdays without a fuss. He finds pleasure with all human visitors. Cognac is housebroken, accustomed to a dog door, and sleeps calmly in his crate through the night. His excellent house manners make him a delightful household companion.

No cats or small critters.

This is a Level 2 Dog.