Casper recently went to the vet and his foster family told us he was great. Nothing bothered him, including a German Shepard in the waiting room who wanted to meet him, Casper held his own, didn’t cower, didn’t strike out – just stood quietly until the shepherd’s owner got control of the dog.
His foster family has noticed that Casper is friendly, even-tempered, and not too clingy or aloof. They also told us he’s playful, has a lot of confidence, and intelligent. Every time he was introduced to a new environment, such as visiting a friend’s house he did well. They stayed a few days at Joanna’s parents house and he didn’t have any problems adjusting. She said that Casper is the type of dog that will meet you halfway as long as you work with him and give him clear signals and leadership. He doesn’t need major coaxing or hard training, he just needs to know “what’s up” and will follow suit with no problems.
Joanna was hoping to work on his cat interactions, but her cats are too scared to make an appearance. She told the following:
He has become more perky and playful as he feels better. He has very springy movements and it is really very funny to watch him bounce and spring around.
As far as children go, Casper did visit someone who had a 2 year old boy. The little boy went up to Casper and hugged him, and Casper didn’t pull away or show any fear. He was very very good!
Casper does get a little possessive about food and has shown some aggression to the other dog in the house when eating. He also does not want to give up items like pig ears. He doesn’t show any signs of possession with his foster mom, only the other dog and it’s not a huge problem. Casper just seems to not want to share with his fellow canine friend.
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Casper/Sketch was recently a weekend guest at our home in Plymouth, MA. He adjusted very well to a new household and showed his adaptability by easily fitting into a new schedule and household of different people and two other dogs. He enjoyed going to the park each day and walked nicely on the leash. He his quite a lovable dog that certainly deserves a fine forever home.
I have had the pleasure of walking Sketch (aka Casper) on a daily basis, and he is a wondrful loving young soul! He loves to discover new things as we venture off the beaten path into the woods to go find whatever it is he has picked up the scent of. He is a great little walker and knows where he wants to go! He would make someone a great on leash hiking or walking companion and then when you get him home he is just as happy to snuggle up with you if you want or go off and be on his own knowing that you are there to love him unconditionally, no matter what! There are a couple of pictures of him on my website under “Adoptables”. If I didn’t already have 5 labs in my house, he would be in my lap as we speak! He definately deserves a forever home that can give him all the love and attention he deserves!