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Homer

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Size: Medium
Age: Young
Gender: Male
Breeds: Terrier, Crossbreed
Unknown with Cats

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Homer had been roaming around Memphis for who knows how long in his young life - he found himself at the West Memphis Shelter where our friends at Tipton County Paws & Claws found him and sprung him.

Homer loves a good sweater due to him still being in recovery from a severe case of demodex mange. This type of mange is not contagious, he is just a little comfortable and for right now a little cold while his fur grows back in. (He has most of his hair back now and is mostly white with brindle patches). He is the perfect partner for Halloween costumes, thanksgiving dress up or even an ugly Christmas sweater. Homer is a good sport about getting dressed up - giving kisses the whole time!

Homer’s foster mom and resident dogs are trying to teach him about toys. He currently only likes to chew on blankets and pillows. Not at night when everyone sleeping (surprisingly), but during the day. He is working hard on figuring out toys and his foster mom is trying to find out what he likes.

Homer isn’t really food motivated at the moment but he craves attention from people. His foster mom is working with him to get him to eat and then he gets attention. He is currently doing great eating dog food with bone broth or scrambled eggs added.

Homer needs a home with active humans since he is full of energy. He enjoys running around the yard, hiking or going for walks around town. And when he is tired Homer loves to curl up on a lap and fall asleep or keep you warm in bed by snuggling up and softly snoring.

Homer is still a young puppy and he is learning how to play. He currently spins or chases other dogs around for attention. So he needs a home with a very energetic, playful but confident resident dog that has the patience to continue to teach Homer how to play. He is not the best partner for an older dog who might not be fond of his antics. He is learning, but when the other dogs want to relax, Homer does not take the cues and instead has to be directed away with toys or people attention.

Here is a video of Homer and foster sibling https://vimeo.com/user29750748/review/473663329/7a162f53b3

Name: Homer
Breed: Terrier/Crossbreed
Sex: Male
Age: 7 months
Weight: 40
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Negative
Microchipped: Yes

BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:
Good with Children: He does well with a dog savvy child in his foster home
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Unknown

Adoption Fee: $475.00

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