Charlie is a good dog who got a bad start. We have no knowledge of his history and where he came from, but we are pretty sure he has not lived in a house with people. When he first came to us, he hid from the dishwasher, barked at the television and ran away when first presented with stuffed toys. He remains easily spooked by noise, but is improving – getting used to the dishwasher, the television, the stuffed dog toys and other day-to-day items in the house.
Physically, he was in pretty bad condition - He was positive for tick illnesses (we gave him Doxy and he is doing bettter now), his coat and skin were in horrible condition (we've given him good nutrition and he's looking a lot better), his teeth were Grade 3 dental disease (we gave him a dental and they are all clean now)! Charlie weighs about 63 lbs.
Charlie is a quick learner, and is adapting to life in a home with his foster collie sister. He is learning commands and is starting to recognize his name. We do not crate him, but leave it open and he often sleeps in there. He is respectful of the house and items in it, and does not jump on the furniture. He is very cooperative - He pretty much will stand still for almost anything if you ask him to especially if you scratch him – he loves to be scratched. He grooms well, and is very affectionate. His fur is growing in nicely since he needed to have some extensive matting shaved.
He’s very focused on understanding and fitting into his new environment. He watches intensely and you can see the wheels turning as he tries to figure it all out. He is interested in other dogs and people, and has shown no aggression toward either – but he will bark in the backyard at passing people (and squirrels) with his sister, who loves to do that.
Charlie is quite smart and very eager to please.
We estimate his age to be about 6 years old.
