More about POKEY

Pokey is a happy boy who enjoys playing with toys, engaging with humans, and trying to be friends with other dogs. He reads body langage well and settles well with other dogs but will need support as he learns how to interact just as appropriately with humans.OTHER PETS: Pokey can get overly aroused when meeting other dogs, but reads the body language of other dogs well and settles. This might be off putting to some dogs and they might not feel comfortable with Pokey even when he does settle. Pokey's best fit would be with a tolerant, well socialized dog who communicates well and provides feedback to playmates; he should meet any dog he would be living with prior to adoption.[Case-By-Case (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Pokey is still working on his leash walking skills and is a strong dog in general, he would be best suited to someone who has experience with positive reinforcement and interacting with strong dogs. [Some Experience] KIDS: Pokey has not engaged in resource guarding while at TJO (he is intense with food and we utilize a slow feeder during mealtimes) and is comfortable with handling. He is playful with toys and has lots of energy. Pokey would do best with humans who would be able to teach him alternatives for connecting with humans other than jumping. As with all our adoptable dogs, Pokey should meet any minor humans he would be living with prior to adoption. [12+ (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Pokey has a lot of energy and enjoys running around outside as well as playing with toys. He is a curioius dog as well and enjoys exploring, but he does get aroused and will need the support of a patient owner, some positive reinforcement, and an active household to keep him engaged. Regular exercise and plenty of mental enrichment such as food toys and puzzles will help meet his needs, and go a long way in addressing over-arousal. [Olympic Athlete]VETERINARY CARE: [Routine] GROOMING: [Minimal] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement will help Pokey bond with his new owner and build confidence, while learning life skills and new tricks. [Moderate]