Gentle sweetheart, very smart, loves people and dogs!
Ziggy is obedient and eager to please. He appears to be fully grown and has blossomed beautifully in his foster home. He is great on leash and loves to play with other friendly, active dogs. Ziggy's build is more compact than a typical Labrador Retriever, and he's lighter on his feet. His fur is silky smooth and easy to brush. He is a quick learner, very gentle, and full of fun. Ziggy has the sweetest disposition! Although he enjoys standing up on his hind legs, he is usually very good about keeping four paws on the floor. Ziggy is pure joy, a kind-hearted dog who is happy and very grateful to be in a foster home with two active foster sisters. Ziggy wants to please! He thrives on attention and is food-motivated. He sometimes "talks" when he's excited. He alerts to a knock at the door but is not an incessant barker. Ziggy absolutely loves his foster sisters, who are great playmates. He rests peacefully when it is naptime and enjoys chew toys. Ziggy recently stayed with an interim foster while his foster mom was on travel. He was sweet and companionable to the male dog in the home (who has some physical limitations). Ziggy is 100% house- and dog-door trained. He goes when told to his kennel, where he overnights without complaint. He alerts when he needs an outdoor/potty break. He also knows "off" and "walk" -- he is very excited for walks! Ziggy enjoys squeak toys and snuggling. He is a curious problem-solver and loves "enrichment" like puzzle play. He likes squeak toys and snuggling, and is able to go from very playful to very calm and relaxed as needed throughout the day. Ziggy's escalation from mellow back to "play" status is rapid! He enjoys the dogs and humans of all sizes at the dog park. He would likely be a great hiking and walking buddy.
Ideal Home
Ziggy needs an attached, private yard and at least one friendly, playful dog who weighs 40+ lbs. He would love to live with active kids (middle school or older).
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions mentioned.
Training & Support
Ziggy is house- and dog-door trained. He knows "off" and "walk". He is food-motivated and eager to please. He alerts to a knock at the door but is not an incessant barker.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Ziggy will be placed in the Phoenix metro area.
