Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Socialization/training: Oboe loves all people including men, women, and children. He has met a person using a wheelchair, using crutches, and using a knee scooter and was not phased- I think he would make a great therapy dog. He has met and been fine with dogs in the home and dogs on walks. He has met dogs of various sizes. Oboe grew up around cats, and while I don't have any, he was not interested in a cat that approached us on a walk. Oboe is good around the house and knows "sit," "down", "stay" "come" "place" "leave it" and knows how to use a scratch board to file his nails. He also knows "pack your bags"- check out his video. He is food motivated and learns quickly. We have been working on training him to pass the Canine Good Citizen test.
Crate trained: Oboe is crated at night and when I leave the house, usually for only a couple hours at a time. Sometimes he will bark for a couple of minutes before settling down. He has also been left loose around the house alone for up to 2 hours at a time and has had no issues.
Leash trained: Oboe is generally very good on leash and walks with minimal pulling. He is happy when he sees dogs and people on walks and wants to meet them.
Activity Level: Oboe is more on the mellow side but is still a puppy. Currently he plays each day with my dogs and goes for a 15-minute walk and that has been enough. He also loves to play with toys and will sometimes fetch. He settles well in the house.
Fence: Oboe can go to a home without a fence that has an exercise plan in place and is willing to work on his leash skills. He does not try to escape fenced in areas and would do fine with a 4ft fence as well.
Behavior: Oboe has the cutest “roo” and loves attention. He is a happy, playful puppy. He will lean right into you for petting. He will cuddle with you for a nap and is also fine with leaving me to my work while he finds a place to nap. Oboe loves to play with my dogs, but will guard his food from them. He can be fed with the other dogs while supervised so that no one visits anyone else's bowl. He has no problems with me touching his food bowl while he eats. He has a calm demeanor, but gets excited to see his favorite people.
Medical History: Oboe is neutered, microchipped, up to date on his shots, and on monthly heartworm prevention. The vet has recommended daily toothbrushing for him and yearly dental checkups for his enamel hypoplasia. Oboe does have mild hip dysplasia. The vet advised that surgery is not recommended as it is very mild. He has no problems using steps,going on walks, or playing with other dogs. He is due for his next leishmaniasis test in Oct 2025.
This dog originates from Greece where Leishmaniasis is endemic. They tested negative before coming to the USA, but the parasite can remain dormant in the system for many years, so potential adopters must be willing to commit to annual testing for the next 7 years. Typically, the test needs to be sent to a special lab, but any regular vet can draw the blood and send it to the lab. The cost of the test seems to vary widely by area, but is approximately $150-$250. or if your vet is willing to send the test to a veterinary college lab, cost can be as low as $80.
Foster Comments: Oboe would fit well in most homes. Since he is a puppy, he needs a home that will continue training and socialization. I have taken him to a craft show, softball tournaments, Lowe's, pet stores, and to a friend's house to meet her dog and hang out. He has taken it all in stride, loving the attention of everyone who will stop to pet him. Oboe has an appreciation for soft blankets and will sometimes drag his blankie around the house. He is the sweetest puppy that just wants to please his people.
Foster Location: Mount Laurel, NJ
Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance between adopters & foster home. If interstate transport is provided for your adopted dog, there will be an additional charge of $50.00 for the required Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (“Health Certificate”). Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000-mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000-mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far Western states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions.
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