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Happy

Happy is a medium-sized male Basenji (possibly Cattle Dog) mix who was pulled from a kill shelter by the Danbury Animal Welfare Society. Since then this 4 year old has become quite the social butterfly!

Happy enjoys play dates in their yards with several of his canine companions. He is particularly fond of his four-legged lady friends!! He loves if someone throws the tennis ball for him and he's great about bringing it back. He is very welcoming to people. He looks at you with those brown eyes that just say, "Take me Home."

He has been enrolled in their on-site training program and is doing great. He is able to do all of these on command; sit, stay, wait, down. He is a favorite of volunteers who frequently take him on hikes, and to their homes for 2-3 days. He has also been taken to off-site training seminars for the weekend where he has been great in the car and in the hotel room.

Happy is seeking a home where he can continue to practice his skills, be given lots of love and attention, and have space to run. An adult home or one with older teenagers (15+). is recommended. He is fine with cats. If you are interested in Happy contact Donna at donnaesposito@sbcglobal.net an application can be found at www.daws.org.

This is not a BRAT dog. Please note that BRAT has not evaluated this dog and expresses no opinion as to the accuracy of the information contained on this page. This dog's placement will be a private adoption between this dog's current owner/shelter and the adopter. Please be sure to investigate thoroughly all aspects of this possible placement, including the suitability of this dog for your personal situation. By proceeding, you hereby release BRAT from any liability in connection with this dog. BRAT is posting this information to assist the owner/shelter in their placement efforts.

basenji mix?: Yes
call_name: Happy
dog_state: CT
dob: 1/04
gender: Male
color: Red & White
weight: 40 pounds
spayed/neutered?: Yes
healthy?: Yes
dhlp?: Yes
dhlp_date: 03/28/07-3 year
parvo?: Yes
parvo_date: 03/28/07-3 year
rabies?: Yes
rabies_date: 04/25/08
bordetella?: Yes
bordetella_date: 04/25/08
lyme?: No
fecal tested?: Yes
heartworm tested?: Yes
heartworm_date: 4/25/08
worm tested?: Yes
worms_date: 04/25/08
other tests?: Yes
list_other_tests: CBC/T4
is the dog on meds?: Yes
list_meds: Monthly Heartguard, Soloxine
heartworm_last_given: yes, 12th of each month
have rabies certificate?: Yes
is the dog tattooed?: No
micro-chipped?: No
list_medical_info: Recently we had a CBC/SuperChem T4 done on him which showed a sluggish Thyroid. Therefore he is on Soloxine
dog eats?: 2x day, Dry food
dry_food: Science Food
wet_food: none
favorite_foods: His dry food and soft treats
how_to_feed: no special instructions
dog begs?: No
temperament: Happy is great little guy. On the initial meet, he is a little timid/shy but comes around quickly. He is medium tolerant meaning he would not do well with young children or another dog that would not respect his space. He has been in homes with cats and does not pay them any attention. He is not aggressive but will definitely bark at strangers/new people coming into a home. He has a little startle reflex. He has been socialized mostly with women at our shelter. He enjoys playing outside in our yards and small pool. He is very content to sit by your side in the shade or go for a long walk. He is quiet in the home and follows you around.
lived with kids?: No
likes older kids only?: Yes
lived with cats?: Yes
likes cats?: Yes
lived with dogs?: No
likes dogs?: Yes
likes both men and women?: Yes
likes strangers?: Yes
nips?: Yes
bites?: No
sleep_spot: Currently he is housed in a kennel/shelter situation. When volunteers have taken him home he sleeps quietly in a crate and appears to be housebroken, however we cannot guarantee that
housebroken?: Don't know
house destructive?: No
destructive outside?: No
escaper?: No
startles easily?: Yes
wakes up badly?: No
rides well in car?: Yes
gets carsick?: No
rides in crate?: Yes
yodels?: No
screams?: No
list_anything_else: It takes him a bit to warm up to new folks. Also, lots of commotion or crowds make him nervous. He is great one on one, with another female dog and a quiet household
owner_name: Donna Esposito, Volunteer for Danbury Animal Welfare Society
email: donnaesposito@sbcglobal.net
placement_reason: Dog has been in the care of Danbury Animal Welfare Society since 4/06
placement_deadline: no deadline we do not euthanize for length of time an animal is with us
dog has a crate?: No
advertised dog?: Yes
advertising_places: We advertise on petfinders, our own website, newspapers



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