Gibb - ADOPTION PENDING

Maltese | Dexter, MI

Age : 3 YearsAdultMaleSmallPoodle (Toy)

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Meet Gibb - ADOPTION PENDING

GIBB HAS SPECIAL NEEDS - PLEASE READ ENTIRE BIO BEFORE SUBMITTING AN ADOPTION APPLICATION Meet Gibb!  This sweet pup was abandoned and left alone in the home when the family moved out.  When he came into our care, his fur was dirty and matted, stained with urine and feces, he had fleas and was malnourished  The mats so bad on his feet, the groomer needed a scalpel blade to cut them out.  Afterwards she saw how inflamed and swollen his feet were!  Despite everything Gibb has endured, he has shown no aggression!  As a matter of fact, he was giving his foster mom little kisses the same day he arrived at her home.  Gibb seems to have a gentle spirit.  He is submissive, but insecure and lacks confidence and stays close only to those he trusts.  He takes a long time to warm up to new people and new environments. He is easily startled, which seems to indicate he may have been living in a chaotic environment.  Gibb has moderate to severe separation anxiety, which over time in a stable environment may resolve itself, but that is not guaranteed.  He panics when left alone, crated or uncrated.  His behavior includes crying, whining, extreme panting, trying to get out of his crate, or if uncrated, scratching at the door his human went out. Because of this, Gibb is not a candidate for an apartment.  Also, his adoptive family must not coddle him or treat him like a baby, as this will only reinforce separation anxiety.  We also don't recommend placement in a home with children because of his skittish behavior.   Gibb is potty trained and keeps his crate clean.  In a new environment he may mark or have potty accidents until acclimated to the routine and environment.  He is very comfortable in a crate, sleeps in it all night and willingly goes in it to rest during the day.  When happy, he has a cute behavior of grabbing a toy and bringing it to you, then taking it to his bed like a cuddle buddy. Gibb enjoys the company of other dogs and loves to play with foster mom's Bichon.  A suitable, calm yet playful canine companion would benefit Gibb in his adjustment to his new home. Gibb was at the vet for an exam and vaccines.  The vet estimated his age at about 3 years old.  No health issues were noted.  Gibb is UTD on vaccines, microchipped and neutered.   Please do not apply unless you have the love and patience to allow Gibb to progress at his own pace.     Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue microchips all dogs and cats before adoption. Microchips are implanted between the shoulder blades and are another form of identification should the animal get lost. The microchips are registered to    Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue. The adopter's information is added once the adoption is complete. The adopter is responsible for a $19.99/Year registration fee or a $45.00/Lifetime registration fee to change information.    Dogs and Cats still need to have collar with tags should they get lost.

Adoption Process
Approved adoption application required. Vet check of current and past animals required. Home assessment / home visit with the entire family, including all current pets required. If adoption occurs, Adoption Contract is required. Spay/neuter Agreement required [if animal not fixed at time of adoption] Return of animal to the rescue if the adoption doesn't work out is required. Adoption fee required; however, the fee varies based on the age and health of the animal. Special rates apply for seniors adopting seniors.

Contact
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue
[email protected]
http://happydaysdogandcatrescue.org