Special Needs Dog: Comet

Welcoming a special needs dog into your life can be rewarding and at times offer the only lifeline available to these dogs. Special needs dogs are often overlooked because of their age, medical needs, or behavioral issues. They require special adopters who can manage their special circumstances and in return they will give you endless love and devotion. These dogs are able adjust to new homes and lifestyles once they are given the chance.
Get to know Comet!
The Basics:
Suspected Breed(s): Rat Terrier mix
Gender: Male
Age: 4 years
Weight: 20 lbs

​Personality: Friendly, Shy, Good running partner, Protective, Loyal, Trainable, Smart, Snuggler, Affectionate, Funny, Quick Learner, Eager to please, Playful
Loves: 
  • Very smart and enjoys training. Already knows “sit,” “come,” and “go to your place.”
  • Playing with his toys!
  • ​Yards.
  • ​Other small Dogs
  • ​Walks and hikes
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Other Attributes:
Observations with Dogs: Good with other dogs. He likes smaller dogs best.
Observations with Cats: Good with cats. Ignores the two cats at his foster home.
Observations with Kids: Comet would do best in a home without kids as their unpredictability makes him nervous.
House Training Progress: Very few accidents. Making excellent progress!
Crate Training Progress: Comet is not crated.
Challenges: 
​Comet can be nervous and defensive when meeting new people, but he is a bundle of love once he gets to know them.

​Additional Information:
Comet is one of the most loyal, loving and handsome little dogs you will ever meet. If you like to take walks or hikes, Comet is your companion. He has great endurance and a sense of adventure – and he is a star on the leash. But above all, Comet is just very happy to spend the day outside with you. He loves hanging out on the grass in the sunshine and prefers to do his business in a small yard instead of on leash.

Comet is still gaining confidence and would do best in a home with another small dog. At home, Comet will let you control the remote and read whatever you want, as long as you save him a bit of space on the couch with you, so he can curl up next to you and cuddle. He likes other dogs (small ones are his besties) and is also fine with cats. He has great manners in the house and knows the commands “sit,” “come,” and “go to your place.” He loves his toys and will often play with them on his own.

 He loves being brushed and having his back scratched. Although this little fella is incredibly handsome with his wavy, soft coat and unique markings, he doesn’t let it get to his head! He will follow his humans to the ends of the earth and will be heartwarming loyal to those who love him. Comet needs to be in a single family home or townhouse with a fenced-in-yard. He would thrive in a calm, consistent environment with the guidance of loving experienced dog adopters, and ideally another canine pal to hang out with. Apply today to meet Comet!

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