Andy

Andy was found wondering the streets of San Antonio. He must have belonged to someone who took relatively good care of him because he is such a good dog and is in good shape. When we picked him up from the Good Samaritan who found him, I could tell all he wanted was a little attention and to be inside. He settled in very quickly, and gets along
wonderfully with my two dogs. He doesn't fuss when they steal his chew or eat out of his bowl. He went willingly into his kennel the first night, and didn't make a peep all night. He seems to be house trained although he doesn't signal to go out; he just goes when our dogs go. He loves to chew bones and to chase balls. But mostly he loves to be where ever there are people. He'll lie around for a while then come over for a few pets, if you don't notice him, he'll gently put his paw on your lap as if to say, "I'm here, want to pet a retriever?" HE LOVES PETS. He walks well on a leash and knows sit and sometimes stay. He doesn't counter surf, but will hang out in the kitchen to keep the floor clean when I'm cooking. He's very gentle and low key. He'd be great in a house with kids and/or other dogs, or even as an only dog as long as he has someone to love him.

Update 04/10/03:

 Andy's been with us for several weeks now and has adjusted to being indoors and in a loving home. He was very needy at first, always wanting to be pet or touched. He's much more comfortable now. He knows pets are always available. He still likes to be close but doesn't have to be under foot. He no longer sleeps in a crate; he prefers to be beside the bed or outside our door. He's learned to come get us when he needs to go out. He's learning to leave the cat alone too. He knows not to chase-but he's still pretty curious.

Andy's a bit of a chow hound and has gained a bit of weight-not unlike his foster parents. He's on low cal food and an exercise program. Andy loves to walk and reminds us when it's time for our evening jaunts. He loves to chase a ball or go after a “lovey” toy but hasn't quite mastered the art of release.

Andy has such a good heart. He'd be perfect for someone with who visited the elderly or a family who has children. He doesn't bark at strange dogs and doesn't have an aggressive bone in his body. He's happy just being around people and having a chew bone. I think he would do fine as an only dog but dose well with our 2 dogs-he just now understands how they play and that it is OK to join in the fun.

If you’re looking for a relatively low energy dog to share walks or slow runs, to snuggle with while watching a movie, or a dog who gives lots of love - Andy's THE ONE!!