Name: COSMO
Breed: Chow Chow
Gender: Male
Age: 1 year old
Date rescued: Dec 18, 2023
Medical History: Vaccinated, Neutered. Microchipped. Dewormed and treated for ticks and fleas.
He had some hair loss when first rescued but now his hair has grown back well as he's on a better diet and bathing with medical shampoo.
Status: In a foster home
PERSONALITY:
Temperament: Shy, playful, affectionate, Medium energy
Good with strangers? Yes
Good with kids? Not tested
Good with dogs? YES, loves to play with other dogs
Good with Cats? Barks at street cats, but is currently being fostered with a cat and doing well. So will depend on cat and smoothness of introduction between the two
TRAINING:
Knows commands? Yes (sit) - Needs more training (food motivated).
Potty-Trained? YES, outside (will need reinforcement in a new home by being taken out frequently and praised)
Walks on a leash? YES
Crate Trained? Not tested
Loves: Running, cuddles & attention, other dogs, eating, belly rubs
Needs: an experienced and confident adopter who can set clear boundaries, work with him on basic commands, reinforce potty training and provide him with a very cool indoor place.
Story: Cosmo was found in the desert in a remote area suffering from skin and breathing problems as well a tick born disease. Now, he is recovered from the pneumonia and tick-born disease and his hair and skin has improved significantly.
