Our dogs love lying on their Kuranda beds. They keep them off of cold drafty floors during the winter and provides excellent ventilation in the hot summer months.
Though they benefit greatly from Kuranda beds, we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale price so another rescue dog can sleep in comfort, you can do so directly from the Kuranda web site.
I am very large and loving. When I get excited to see my foster mom, I start jumping up and down in front of her. I DO NOT jump on her, that is just bad manners!
I am very well mannered around people and other animals. I walk well on leash with adults or children. I do not get on furniture. I love to just lay at your feet chewing on a nylabone. I am not a barker when I am outside hanging out with my foster family or when left in the kennel at home while they are at work.
I received my Canine Good Citizen Certification so know all of my basic obedience commands plus some extra's like waiting at the door/gate and have been participating in THINK DOG seminars as a demo dog with outstanding results. My foster Mom says I am a great asset in this regard.
I have many successes under my belt, like knowing basic commands, being housebroken, getting along with cats, kids, adults and other dogs, but I am especially proud of getting my CGC.
So, I am looking for a family who will appreciate my many accomplishments, and help me accomplish even more in the many years we’ll have together! Like maybe a therapy dog certification. I know I'm big, but I am a gentle giant with a gentle soul.
Energy Level - LOW to MODERATE; Temperament - CALM, EASY GOING, LOVING; Training Needs - LOW to MODERATE
To see what CGC is all about go to: http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/index.cfm
More about Louie
Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids
Special Needs: MUST BE KEPT ON GRAIN FREE DIET FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE - It has been determined that Louie suffers from allergies to grains. Louie is currently on Instinct (approximately $51 for a 25.5 lb bag), has also been on Taste of the Wild (approximately $46 for a 30 lb bag). Any grain free diet will work. Evo also has grain free food.
Louie eats 1 1/3 cups of food per day at this pont as he still has about 6 lbs to lose.
No commercial dog treats or homemade treats made with flour or other grains. If fed food with grain he gets yeast related ear infections.
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