“ Scooby didn't get the start in life a puppy deserves », writes the association Galgos Angels on its presentation sheet. At just one month old, the Spanish Water Dog was separated from his mother and given to a family. “ Deprived of this essential period of socialization, he then lived locked up on a balcony until the age of 3 months. », Specifies the animal protection organization.
Subsequently, another home opened the doors to him, but somehow isolated him. “ Its owner systematically avoided meeting people during walks, explain the volunteers, Scooby has therefore never learned to communicate correctly with its peers or to calmly discover the outside world. »
Age : 1 year and 10 months
Location : Spain Spain
Association : GALGOS ANGEL
Meet Scooby
A wonderful life companion, who never stops making progress
“ For almost a year at the shelter, he has made great progress, they add, he meets new dogs every day and gradually learns the canine codes. But community life, with many dogs, remains a significant source of stress for him. »
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Scoobyproposed for adoption by Galgos Angel on Animals.fris an endearing, affectionate, intelligent and funny life companion. His benefactors indicate that he enjoys learning, playing and sharing activities with his family.
“ He is also a working dog, dynamic and curious, who will need walks, activities and daily stimulation to be fully fulfilled.underlines the association, his difficulties do not come from a bad character, but from a lack of socialization during his first months of life. Faced with strangers, dogs or certain new situations, his fears can push him to react in an inappropriate way. »
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Scooby dreams of a family to love
Faced with strangers, Scooby may bark, particularly if they wear glasses or a hat. However, treats and caresses reassure him quite quickly. Another point to work with positive education? Resource protection. This Spanish Water Dog shows itself “ a little possessive with toys, food or rewards when living with other dogs “.
On the agreement side, the beautiful Scooby “ gets along well with cats. He has already lived temporarily with them without difficulty », declares the association. “ With dogs, the situation requires more nuance. He cohabits with males and females at the shelter. The first contacts with males can be complicated, while he is generally more comfortable with females. Once the introductions are over, he can create great relationships and he happily plays with some young dogs. »
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In addition, you should know that the doggie suffered from chronic ear infections which are now perfectly managed. “ After extensive examinations, the appropriate antibiotic treatment resolved the problem. He must simply maintain good ear hygiene, with regular cleaning and careful drying. “, revealed Galgos Angel.
Sterilized, vaccinated, identified and deparasitized, Scooby all you have to do is set foot in the home of your dreams. After such a tumultuous first year of life, he deserves to savor the simple pleasures of life and the love of a responsible family.
Find more information (fees, compatibilities, specific needs, etc.), the adoption procedure and contact details for the Galgos Angel association on theScooby Animals.fr ad.