Johnny and his brother Tommy are an 11-year-old bonded pair, weighing between 15-20 pounds each. These sweet boys have spent most of their lives on a farm, acting as dedicated guardians and alarm systems for the property. They’ve coexisted peacefully with a variety of other animals, including dogs, goats, horses, donkeys, and pigs. While they've spent most of their time outdoors, they were brought inside during inclement weather. Johnny, in particular, has a sensitive past; he was previously kicked by someone wearing boots, which can make him skittish, especially around boots. He also experiences anxiety with crates and car rides. Despite these challenges, Johnny has so much love to give once he feels secure and safe. He and Tommy are motivated by treats and warm up quickly to kind individuals who offer them snacks.
Ideal Home
A home that can offer a soft place to land and patience as they adjust to new surroundings. Given Johnny's past experiences, a home that is understanding and gentle, particularly regarding boots, would be ideal.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned, but they have been fed pedigree kibble.
Training & Support
Johnny and Tommy are not currently house-trained but are described as smart, food-motivated, and eager to please. Positive reinforcement with treats will be key to their training success. Johnny's skittishness around boots and anxiety with crates and car rides will require patient and gentle handling.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Available dogs are met by pre-approved adopters ONLY after a match is made.
- The application is the first step to adoption or fostering.
- We are a 100% volunteer-powered organization, so your patience is appreciated.
Transportation
Johnny and Tommy are located in Columbia, TN. Information about transportation availability can be obtained through Wags.
