Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Tucker is a sweet, affectionate boy looking for a patient and loving home where he can continue to build his confidence and feel safe. He came to the Mission from our friends at SCRAPS and has an estimated birthdate of 03/03/2014.
Personality & Energy Level: Gentle and affectionate, and he thrives on love and attention. He’s still adjusting and isn’t fully playful yet, but there are moments where his joy shines through, especially when he gets to go for walks or run around in the yard. Currently, he is not treat or toy motivated. His biggest reward is feeling safe and loved. He's very quiet and he hasn’t barked once in his foster home. He has been debarked so even if he does attempt to bark, it will sound like puffs of air. Tucker can be a little unsure around men, but he’s starting to warm up with patience.
Training & Behavior: Leash-trained! He doesn’t pull but may zig-zag with excitement. He is kennel-trained and once inside, he settles quickly and stays quiet. His house-training skills are in progress and he is now going for numerous days at a time without having pee accidents. This sweet gentile guy is not destructive in any way, and he doesn’t jump on furniture or chew up household items. For car rides, he doesn’t jump in on his own, but he’s easy to pick up and stays calm. His foster is working on stairs with him – he’s gaining confidence but still needs encouragement.
Ideal Home: Tucker would thrive in a calm, loving home with someone who understands that he’s still adjusting and will need time to feel fully comfortable. He would do best with someone patient and affectionate who can help him feel safe while gently encouraging independence. A home with other dogs would help him thrive. Tucker is ready for his forever home—one where he can feel safe, loved, and slowly come out of his shell.
Tucker had major dental work done and will need annual dentals moving forward. His bloodwork showed many markers barely out of range which may indicate some form of chronic inflammatory response, but at this time he is asymptomatic, so the expectation would be that he should have his bloodwork rechecked every 6 months to monitor for changes. Photos of his blood panel are included in his profile in the event that a prospective adopter would like to review them with their vet before committing to applying.
If you’re looking for a devoted companion who just wants to be by your side, Tucker might be your perfect match!
Tucker comes home neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, and microchipped with recent dental work and blood panel. His adoption fee is waived as he is a senior.
If you're interested in adopting Tucker, please begin by filling out an application at www.murcismission.org.
Thanks for checking out Tucker!
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