Vitals

• DOB 21 June 2022

• 1.8 years old

• Male

• Neutered

• Height (at withers) about 26"; Weight approximately 70 lbs

• Microchipped

• Small White Star on chest

• Tail not docked; has dewclaws

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What We Know / Have Learned About Roy

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Roy is a somewhat large-size, neutered male Vizsla, aged almost two-years old.  Roy was adopted at 3 months of age and raised by two adults and their two young children (ages 5 and 8).  He came into our rehoming program because the owners' mother was moving in with them for health reasons, and she's highly allergic to dogs.  Roy was bred by a known backyard breeder in the Waterloo Ontario area who doesn't register dogs with the CKC.  We know nothing about his pedigree.  

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• Been in foster care for approximately 3.5 months.

• Not Registered with the CKC.

• He has a very, very stable temperament.

• Very lovable “goofball;” loves people a lot!

• Not super interested in other dogs.  If there are other small dogs around, he can play rough, mostly because he doesn’t realize / know his size.  He does try to mount certain dogs, mostly neutered males (a dominance behaviour), but he’s not aggressive with them.

• Shows no fear or aggression; not toy possessive with other dogs.

• Typical Vizsla – he’s your shadow & follows you around.

• Has an ‘off-switch.

• Vaccinations are up-to-date

• Is fed Acana Red Meat Kibble

• Is on Nexgard Spectra for ticks, heartworm and parasites

• Used to both clippers & dremel to do his nails.  Need treats for nail trimming.

• OK with ear cleaning & teeth cleaning.

• Fears: somewhat fearful around fireworks

• Was sent away when he was younger for about 2.5 weeks to a board and train https://www.itraink9.ca/. Trainer used a pinch & e-collar. Both positive and punishment were used to train Roy.  Roy had a habit of sniffing people's privates so asked the trainer to deal with that.  It was resolved but sometimes it happens still. 

• The VSO does not advocate the use of shock collars to train dogs; instead, positive methods only.

• Food motivated; has a cast-iron stomach.

• His foster has other dogs, an outdoor cat, and a pet bird, like a parrot.  He shows no interest in the outdoor cat but wild ducks on the property are a different story.  He will chase.

• Great in a crate and a crate in the car.

• Good traveler.

• Does counter surf; he’s improved greatly but still tries now and then.  It’s best NOT to leave any food or utensils or things with smells out that encourage him to reach up and grab them. Good news is when he does get the wrong thing it does not affect his digestive system.

• He is getting better at showing what he picks up, instead of running away with it.  He really needs more training / behaviour modification on ‘trading” what he has for a treat.  Remember, he’s very food motivated so this should be easy!

• Still pulls on a leash.  The foster is now using a Gentle Leader on him to prevent pulling.

• Jumps up to greet people but does not touch them.

• Will chase mice and chippies and will go digging for them.

• Recognizes ducks as prey and recall will need a lot of work from ducks. If they fly he does not chase.

• He does play rough so care is required around small children and the elderly. He is getting better though.

• Roy now shows more care when playing with smaller dogs. He is getting better at not stealing other dogs toys and will drop said toys when told to, even at a distance. He continues to enjoy eating random things like wood, but will bring them to the foster if requested, rather than running away or hiding to chew them.

• While in foster care, a small lump was surgically removed from his flank. It was diagnosed as a cutaneous hemangiosarcoma.  Clean margins were obtained and the prognosis is very good for the future.

• The foster is now using a Gentle Leader head collar on him for walking. 

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Roy's Ideal Home:

• Active family with lots of space to exercise Roy.  

• Needs a routine & is used to a routine.

• Used to having people around all the time, so someone at one most of the time during the day.  

• Rural or with close access to trails and lots of space to run.

• Formal obedience training classes for behaviours such as stay, down, sit, come, etc.

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Adoption Fee

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• $400.

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