Sunny is becoming a trim and fit doggie! He’s about 39 lbs now and he looks great. Sunny has a wonderful disposition and gets very excited to see and meet people. He greets his foster dad and his roommates with a happy face and wagging tail everyday when they come home from work. Sunny is almost always wagging his tail now and has become more playful. His foster dad, Andrew, is convinced that Sunny is so friendly that if someone broke into their apt, Sunny would lick them to death!

When Sunny meets a dog on the street he’s friendly but not too playful, but he is interested in making more canine friends. He’s also great with children and has never shown an ounce of aggression. The only time Andrew has any problems with Sunny is out on walks. Sunny has gotten more energetic since he’s lost weight and pulls on the leash and sometimes wants to chase squirrels. He plays with tennis balls and runs around in the courtyard with Andrew and his roommates.

Sunny is improving every day and we have a few mobile pics from Andrew to share with everyone.

Posted on December 17th, 2008 by kathy
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From the time Sunny came in to foster care until now, he has lost about 20lbs and is down to 46 lbs. Sunny’s coat looks great and he had his teeth cleaned and was neutered. He is recovering from the surgery nicely. He is still in pain and sits down more often then usual, but his energy is back and he is the happy puppy he was before!

He gets very excited around new people and when his foster parents come home from work. Sunny has become a much happier dog since being with them. He has more energy, is more athletic, and smells a lot better☺. His tail now wags on a fairly constant basis which was never the case, and he is much more playful. Sunny is very friendly with other dogs on walks, not playful, but friendly. Sunny loves everyone. His foster family is convinced that if someone was to break into the house, he would greet them with his tail wagging. Sunny is also great with children.

Sunny has become vocal - he now barks if he hears people outside the apartment making noise. He has tough to walk, he pulls a lot, but his fosters have been working with him on it. It’s a nice departure from where he was a few weeks ago when he couldn’t make it around the block. He sleeps either in a recliner or in a little doggy bed that his foster family bought him.

Nothing really bothers Sunny except for the oven. He is absolutely terrified of it. When it is on, Sunny visibly shakes and gets as far away as possible. Beyond that, nothing really phases him.

Sunny is a big fan of tennis balls. He has great energy now, and runs around in the courtyard. Overall, Sunny is a very wonderful Shiba. His fosters love having him around.

Posted on October 28th, 2008 by michele m
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Sunny’s foster dad Andrew has told us that Sunny is losing weight! He’s not sure how much but he can see a difference and seems to be around 50 lbs now! This is great news. Sunny was overweight and needed to lose weight for his own health. Andrew has been taking Sunny out for walks everyday and little by little with a good diet, Sunny is becoming a slim, trim dog!

Andrew told us, “Sunny is a very sweet dog. He is very affectionate and loves being around people. With his weight loss he seems to have a lot more energy and is more playful. Sunny is prone to bouts of stubbornness however it is nothing serious when trying to bring him inside after a walk. This does not happen often and does not last long.”

Sunny gets along with other dogs and likes going for walks. He is enjoying the NYC cool summer we’re having. He also likes to have his belly rubbed and only barks when he hears someone coming to the door but quickly stops if you tell him to shush. Every now and then on a walk Sunny with see a squirrel and wants to chase it. However, we’re not sure what he would do if he caught one and from what Andrew has observed, he’s not sure Sunny knows either!

Sunny is getting more energetic but still prefers to keep his walks short, Andrew has been very good at making sure Sunny gets a nice long walk and good exercise. Overall he describes Sunny as a great dog and said the only time he’s seen Sunny get really nervous is if the smoke alarm accidentally goes off. Sunny’s tail unravels and he shakes, this only lasts about 10 minutes.

Keep checking back for updates on Sunny.

Posted on August 21st, 2008 by kathy
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Sunny weighs in at 55 lbs. and has started an exercise routine with his new foster dad, Andrew. Mostly walks, and that’s a bit tough on Sunny given the summer weather and his size, so sometimes he gets winded. He also has a low center of gravity, so he can actually knock you off your feet if he decides to bolt. Andrew has been kept on his toes with Sunny and his bursts of energy. But they are both having a good time.

Everyone that has met Sunny, has found him to be extremely nice, if not even a bit shy. He’s good with children and other dogs. Some dogs he can be friendly towards and others he acts aloof. Sunny may not have an aggressive bone in his body, he’s equally friendly to men and women and doesn’t jump up on people. Andrew is working with Sunny to learn some basic commands and to walk better on a leash.

Sunny likes to know what you’re up to - his foster dad Andrew said, “If we are in another room however, and the door is closed, he will howl. It’s not a full-out howl, but kind of a half-cry- half-howl. (Kind of sounds like a Walrus) It can barely be heard through a closed a door.” He will also follow you if you leave the room.

Sunny seems to be good at home alone and does not cause any problems. His foster dad believes that Sunny could use a large family, “The more attention for this dog, the better. He needs young people to push him and keep him moving. If not he will just sit around. I have yet to see him be aggressive towards anything.”

Keep checking back for information about Sunny!

Posted on July 3rd, 2008 by michele m
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Sunny is an eight year old red male shiba who came to us on 6/22. His owner had to move and were not able to take him. He’s a friendly boy who is good with children, adults, and the vet. He will play with a squeaky toy and is a gentle dog.

He likes other dogs, is very good at meeting new people, but does not like thunder storms. We’re not sure how he’d act with cats. Sunny walks well on a leash, is house broken, and knows some commands. As you can see he’s a big boy and needs to lose some weight but he has a lot of love to give.

Keep checking back for updates on Sunny!

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Posted on June 27th, 2008 by kathy
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