Nikko has been doing well at his foster home. He still does not get along with dogs but is fine with cats. He likes kids and adults and doesn’t show any aggression to anyone. he loves to be petted and rubbed. Everytime his foster mom walks in the house he has a huge smile. Nikko likes to sleep on the bed with her and cuddles with her on the couch when they watch tv.

Nikko also doesn’t have any problems being left alone in the house, he’s house broken and doesn’t destroy anything. The only thing he chews on is paper if he finds some low enough for him to grab. Otherwise he can be trusted alone.

When they go out for walks and exercise, Nikko gets very hyped up and wants to zoom around and play. In the house he’s very mellow and barks sometimes when he’s looking out the window and something catches his eye. He listens very well in the house, but outside if you call him to come to you, he tends to be so transfixed on other things that he doesn’t listen very well. His foster mom is working with him to understand that he needs to listen all the time.

Nikko is making good progress! Please keep checking back to read more about Nikko.

Posted on October 11th, 2008 by kathy
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Nikko is almost a year old, neutered male, and has tri-color markings. He’s still a puppy in spirit and because of that exhibits a lot of silly puppy behaviors and needs to learn manners. He pulls on a leash and is easily distracted by squirrels, movement of any kind, and only seems to pay great attention to you if you have a treat. This is all very puppy-ish and very “I want to explore the world!” sort of behavior.

Nikko would need a home where a good routine was established and rules and boundaries were created to help him become a good canine citizen. He does know how to sit on command and loves people and attention and thinks those squeaky toys are the best thing ever.

From what we’ve seen Nikko is good with small children and good with cats, as long as the cat is confident enough to hold his/her own ground. Otherwise, Nikko’s prey and play drive may torment another pet in the house. Nikko needs a lot of exercise to help work off the pent up energy that a puppy tends to have. Shibas are athletic and agile and need a good routine to stay in shape and burn off energy.

Please keep checking back to learn more about Nikko.

Posted on October 3rd, 2008 by kathy
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