Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I’m Teddy! My foster mom says I’m the total package. She brags about how highly intelligent, charming, loving, and gentle I am. She calls me Teddy Bear but tries not to embarrass me by saying it around my many friends. I love kids of all ages and adults! And dogs are my favorite. I love to sniff and wag at the sight of any new friends I come across. My foster mom knows that I already know how to sit and shake (and I may have a few more tricks up my paw). I pride myself on being calm and chill—I don’t bark unless I’m in high-play mode. My mornings consist of waking up in my foster sister’s bed—she’s a cool teen with a super soft bed. But sometimes I end up in my dog bed next to hers, if I feel like it. My foster dad takes me out on a leash to go potty and for a walk, and then we eat breakfast. I may also enjoy a treat at that time. I then proceed to find my favorite spot on the couch and sleep or rest quietly. I fold in well to the lazy routine of my young Sheltie friend who is sharing his house with me. He loves to play chase but mostly sleep. When we do play, I catch him easily with a slight trot, and try to be very gentle with him. He also loves to snuggle with me and at first, he was invading my personal space, but I’m cool with it now. Even though he’s like a stage-five clinger, he is sharing his family with me, so I’m grateful. I walk well on a leash and am easy going. But my foster mom would tell you that I’m a master at escaping. I love to run (don’t judge me—it’s in my DNA). The times I have snuck out, despite their best efforts, I took a bit of a joy run around their neighborhood and came back to hang around the house after. It is hard to get me to come in after I’ve been out like that, but they have managed and can share a few tricks and lessons learned. Ideally, you have light foot traffic in and out due to this and live in a neighborhood that is not by busy roads. Taking me out on long walks is ideal and especially when I first arrive, so I can get the lay of the land and know how to find you if I ever do get out by accident. If you are interested, complete the Adoption Application on our website at www.NeedyPaws.org and we will contact you. Adopters must live within an hour’s drive of St. Louis, MO. Teddy's adoption fee is $275.00, which includes up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, spay/neuter and microchip. We are a 100% foster-based rescue and all of our dogs live in approved foster homes. We are dedicated to finding the best Forever Homes, and will perform home visits and conduct veterinarian and reference checks for each potential adopter. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 2, 2025, 9:07 pm
