Challah - ADOPTED
Meet the Puppy
Challah was dumped at the Humane Society, and the Humane Society reached out for rescue help! Challah was named by a elementary school class who donated to Operation FAVOR. They graciously hosted a fundraiser for FAVOR, and as a thank you, we let them name a few pups. They thought Challah was fitting for this pup because his coloring reminded them of a toasty, fresh loaf of Challah. Clearly, these kiddos were hungry when naming these pups.
Details
Nicknames: Challah
Age: 10-12 weeks (DOB: Unknown)
Weight: 12lbs
Approx Full-Grown Weight: 40-60lbs
Gender: Male
Breed: Doberman/Lab/Hound/Diva/Who-Knows-What
Shedding: Is short haired and with a healthy diet, shedding can be controlled.
Kid Tested: Kids 12+
Cat Tested: Yes
Dog Tested: Yes
Temperament
Isn’t the saying “a picture of a side-eye is worth a thousand words?” Well that’s side eye photo is 100% Challah. Challah is all sassy diva, and there’s no sugar coating it. He loves his time on the couch for snuggles, he likes to boss all his foster siblings, he has a snarky sneaky side to him. He’s also sweet, loving, and curious, but he’ll need an experienced dog owner to keep him in check, otherwise he’ll rule the house!
Challah does exhibit some signs of food reactivity when other dogs and humans that are near his food bowl or high value treats. It’s extremely common for a dog that was on the street, and an adopter should plan to work with a professional trainer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to help him overcome his reactivity. He exhibits this behavior at such a young age, that you really want to overcome it before it becomes a lifelong handicap. We are working on the firm verbal no while we walk by, but still giving him space while he eats so he knows he is safe and protected. It is important to break the cycle, and NOT to coddle or reward the behavior. Instead it is important to teach him it is not acceptable reaction while also letting him know he is in a safe space.
Needs
Challah could use a backyard, but not required. Traditional fencing is NOT required.
Challah could use a laid back older fur sibling to keep him in check!
Challah needs a seasoned owner with professional training experience who isn’t a push over. He’s smart, sassy, and dramatic, and will be master of manipulation in the wrong hands.
Due to his reactivity, while it’s mild at this point, we still will NOT place Challah in a home with kids under the age of 12.
Challah will be best suited to an active family or couple, willing to give them regular walks, runs, trails, and adventures, and plenty of playtime. They should continue socialization with other dogs through puppy play dates.
Adopters should be ready to start PROFESSIONAL training with one of our recommended trainers around five-seven months old to continue proper dog socialization, work on nice leash manners using leash pressure, and heel-side walking, structured walking, place command, and prepare for off-leash remote collar fun.
As an organization, we prefer balanced training, and not “purely positive training.” Balanced training strikes a happy balance between a TON of positive rewards, but also rules, structure, and specific tools to set tone and boundaries for our dogs. We are firm believers that the more rules you have for your dog when they are young, the more freedom they earn as they get older. So set down expectations and boundaries for your dog now with a trainer and the right tools, so they can be part of all the family fun! Those with balanced training experience, and experience with slip lead/prong/remote collar as communication tools are preferred!
Those who don’t believe in rules, routine, and structure for your dog, need not apply.
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, we will only consider applicants where one adult has a more flexible schedule, as puppies are a lot of work, and will require potty breaks, exercise, training and continued human and dog socialization as they grow up.
Crate/Potty Training
All puppies and dogs rescued by FAVOR are crate trained, sleeping in the crate from 8pm-6am (with a potty break around 11pm), and accustomed to some day crate time as well. Puppies also understand the basic concept of peeing outside, but there is ALWAYS a transition period where crate cries and potty accidents WILL HAPPEN in a new home, as the dog transitions to new rules and ways to communicate.
We always recommend keeping dogs crated during nap times, bed time, and when they are alone to protect them from danger such as chewing on cords, socks, and other objects. Foreign objects can get stuck in their stomachs which can result in a very expensive surgery. We also encourage using the crate like a bedroom for your dogs as they get older, where they can take naps, take a break from human interaction, and have a time out. More importantly, the crate provides them a safe place to go to when things get overwhelming, like a lot of people, loud noises, extreme weather. Think of the crate as their “den,” and a place for them to unwind. We all need a break sometimes!
Vetting
All dogs rescued by FAVOR are:
Spayed/Neutered
Microchipped
Vaccinated for Rabies, Bortedella (kennel cough), DA2PL (distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza, leptospirosis and parvovirus)
Up-to-Date on Flea/Tick Topical Preventative
Up-to-Date on Heartworm Preventative
Dewormed
*Rabies must be administered after 12 weeks of age. If puppies travel before 12 weeks, Operation Favor will refund adopters $15 towards the cost of their rabies shot.
Adopters immediate responsibility will include:
Required: Puppies WILL require DA2PL 3rd booster shots when age appropriate (between 14-18 weeks of age) at the expense of the adopter
Optional: LYME-LEPTO combination vaccine at the expense of the adopter
Cost
$650 Adoption Fee PER DOG
NEW ENGLAND Arrival Date
LATE JUNE - We offer foster-to-adopt, so please read our FAQs for more information!
Still have questions?
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