Buddy's story

　　Buddy is a 28 lb., 6 year old Beagle that is ready for his FORever home! He is a very handsome guy and has had all the medical treatment he has needed. Handsome and healthy! Buddy is a very calm and quiet boy. He likes a routine and is very happy when it is followed and he feels safe and secure. He loves to be around other calm dogs and he really loves his people. He is very affectionate, but not bothersome. He loves to play outside and welcomes any opportunity to sniff, sniff, sniff! He walks nicely on a leash and enjoys long walks with his foster mom. He likes to sit near her all the time, but is content just to be close. Buddy is house broken and lets you know when he needs to go outside. He likes to sleep in his bed or on a chair in the same room with his people. He is put in a crate when his foster mom leaves the house, but he is not particularly happy about it. He will chew up things that are put in the crate with him. We have been working on longer crate times with lots of positive rewards for going in the crate.

　　Buddy loves to chew, but only chews on the appropriate chew treats given to him. He is very motivated by food, so has learned all kinds of good manners (no jumping, begging, sitting where he is not supposed to, chewing inappropriate items or barking inappropriately). This guy does need someone who is home a lot and would only leave him for short periods of time (1-3 hrs). He is uneasy and unsettled when his people are not home. He would also do good with another calm dog in the household which might alleviate some of his anxiety. Buddy is still skittish and afraid of strangers, loud noises, etc. and he startles easily. His silly personality is coming out more and more each day. He is making progress in learning to trust and feel secure, but needs a quiet environment with loving people who are willing to help him overcome his fears. When Buddy came to us he had heart worms, but he has been treated and is doing fabulous!

　　Buddy is fostered in Huntsville, AL, but he is happy to travel wherever his new journey leads. He is neutered, current on preventatives and microchipped.

　　Fill out a non binding application here and his foster mom will be in touch! http://forrescue.net/dog-application/