Little Ricky is ready for adoption!!! This little boy is almost 7 months old and just finished recovering from his neuter so he is ready for his forever home!
Ricky, aka Richard, previously known as Chester is quite the little character. He is full of energy and affection and wants nothing more than to play and cuddle. Ricky is great with other dogs, amazing in fact, and will not be aggressive no matter the circumstances.
Ricky needs no time to warm up to people as he is friends at first sight with anyone. Ricky has regressed a little since his neuter and needs to be taken out frequently to avoid accidents, but he is capable of telling you he needs to go out if you pay attention. This is common right after a neuter since the testosterone levels drop so quickly.
Ricky hasn’t been fully cat tested. He has been around them and hasn’t tried to attack, but hasn’t had much opportunity. Most likely he is scared of cats. So, why is Ricky in rescue if he’s so perfect? Well, poor kid has some major separation anxiety. Ricky needs a home where someone is home all the time and can work with Ricky on this issue, which with the right effort and attention he should outgrow.
Ricky will cry, bark, and nervous poop if he is left alone. He does not do well in a kennel when left alone and will scrape his nose on the metal.
Ricky will do best in a home with other dogs that want to play with him. Ricky is great on walks and even does well off leash. He honestly just wants to be with his pack and won’t stray. Ricky is utd on shots, microchipped, neutered, and has had a recent nail trim, anal gland expression and ear cleaning.
Again, it is crucial that Ricky go to a patient home that will work with him on his anxiety. He is also a very long dog and will need a home with someone savvy to avoiding back injuries (IVDD). Ricky is probably 11lbs now, but may likely be a tweenie when full grown, so potentially 15-18lbs. It is really hard to say, but an adopter would need to be prepared for that possibility.
Apply today if you are interested in little Ricky. Ricky is being fostered in Utah.
