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Roman - EXTENDED PROFILE
Name – Roman
Status – Foster - Available for Adoption
Type - Dog
Breed – American Staffordshire Terrier
Date of Birth – 4-5 Years
Color – Dark Fawn
Eyes – Green
Ears – Clipped - Erect
Claws – Black
Tail – Undocked
Altered - Altered
Distinguishing Marks – Closely Cropped Ears, White Blaze on Chest
Allergies – None Known, May have Seasonal
Crate Trained – Yes
Housebroken – Yes
UTD on Vaccinations – Yes
Rabies – Yes
Microchip – Yes
Dewormed – Yes, Panacure
Flea treatment – Yes, K9 Advantix II
Heartworm – Negative
Collar Requirements – Thick 3" Leather Collar (best with a Handle) is good, Haltie Collar for added control when needed
Leash Requirements - Standard, Rope, or Leather
Medications – None
Overall Physical Health – Health (9) - (1-3= Poor, 4-6 =Fair, 7-8 Good, 9-10 Excellent)
Weight (5) - (1=severely emaciated, 5 – 6 normal, 10 = morbidly obese)
Roman is in Excellent Health. He is a robust, muscular dog who currently has no illness or medical condition.
He does occasionally suffer seasonal allergies and gets hives if he rolls on the ground. This is easily handled by OTC Allergy medication. He does require Grain Free - High Protein food as his body doesn't process foods that aren't. Roman also seems sensitive to Fowl, so its best to stay away from Chicken, Duck, or other Fowl based flavors. The Taste of the Wild line has several other options all of which he enjoys. Otherwise he has no particular healthcare requirements. Due to the restriction on food and his seasonal allergies, he is given a score of 9.
Overall Mental Health – Good (4.5) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman is a 4.5 on overall mental health. He does seem to exhibit some mild anxiety when left alone and over excitement when going out. Bonding and Exercise will keep this from becoming a future issue.
People – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman loves people. He enjoys being pet by everyone and knows he should sit to get love and attention. A cuddle bug by nature, he is happy to be a spoon or a pillow. Roman can also be incredibly empathetic and is a sweet dog in general. He is very much a people dog but requires a home with a strong, experienced, and responsible pack leader/owner.
Children – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Even though he is great with kids of every age, including infants, we believe it would be best that if he goes to a home with children 12 and up. Roman is a big, strong dog who doesn't always pay attention to where he is going or conscientious of other beings and can knock down smaller children accidentally. On rare occasions he will jump up in excitement. As an 85 lb dog, this could cause injury to smaller kids.
***NOTE***
ALPRAS animals are always adopted out on a case by case basis to the best home for them.
If you happen to have children who we believe will be able to handle Roman and be responsible and are younger than 12, your family could be an approved adoption. The same goes the other way. If the members of the household, kids over 12 or adults, do not seem to be able to handle the reasons behind the restrictions the answer would be no.
We will always do what we believe is best for the animal.
(It is always important to note: A nip or bite from any dog his size (or a large dog in general) is far more devastating than small dog which automatically puts him at a disadvantage and could very well mean his (and/or dogs like him in size or strength) life. It is for this reason that we would prefer he go to a home with kids 12 and up.)
Dogs – Good ( 3-4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman has had good relationships with other dogs of all sizes and breeds, however there are also issues. As of now we think it may be better for him to go to a home where he is the only dog or one that has smaller dogs. Though he very much enjoys the company of other dogs, in and out of the home of all sizes and breeds, he has had some altercations. Most of these started by one of the other dogs he currently resides with. Oddly enough, he is fairly aware of what is happening around him and avoids accidental redirection or harm to anyone or anything that is not the 'opponent'.
His 3-4 rating is because although he does really well with virtually all dogs and breeds (His best friends have been a Great Dane and a Pekingese), it is a concern as to whether or not he may do this in another home. We absolutely do not want he or any dog to be injured in a stupid and probably avoidable squabble. This rings especially true for anyone who is new to owning a 'power breed'. As with many adoptions, Roman's will be judged on a case by case basis in this area.
Cats – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman, despite issues with some dogs, does really well with cats. He would do best in a home with a dog savvy cat but can be with a standard social cat as well. Skittish cats are not something he should live with as their acting as a prey animal (like squirrels) may have him chasing or harassing them. He does listen to cat corrections, although he sometimes thinks they might be playing until he gets batted at. Currently he lives with 4 cats of all age groups and gets along with all of them perfectly fine.
Pocket Pets – Fair ( 3 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
We do currently have one Rat in his foster home. Though he is fine to be around the rat in the cage, we do not believe they should be formally introduced. If a family has pocket pet it would be best to play with them behind closed doors and in their enclosures when they are not. Roman does love to chase and bark at squirrels (he's never caught one so far) and he is likely to do the same with other pocket pets such as rodents and ferrets.
Behavioral Issues – Few ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = None and 5 = Many
Though Roman is a good dog and has been trained, there are a few behaviors that need to be maintained. This is one of the core reasons why he needs and strong, experienced, and responsible pack leader/owner. Being a bully breed he is naturally stubborn. He does like training but can get over excited at times. An adopter absolutely must be willing to be mindful and continue to enforce the training that he has had to not do some impulsive actions. These include jumping, snagging food (or napkins...the crazy pup!), being pushy, and other small behaviors that are easily managed when the members of the household do what they are supposed and don't let him get away with things (no matter how darn cute he is-and he is stinkin' adorable).
Energy – Moderate ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Low and 5 = High
Roman would do very well in an active lifestyle and he could excel in activities not yet presented to him. By the same token, he can go to a home that does has a basic lifestyle. He can be a couch potato but would be a happier if he could do other things. He loves to play and as with nearly all dogs, exercise will help tone down behavior issues and/or anxiety.
Barking – Medium (2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Minimal and 5 = Very Often
Roman is not a big barker. He will alert bark if someone comes to the door. Otherwise most of the time if he barks, it is at a squirrel or some other small animal that is around. He does respond to verbal correction to stop.
Swimming – Unknown ( ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
As we no longer have access to a pool at this time, we aren't sure how well he can swim. Based off of his size and density he would probably be a poor swimmer initially (and possibly as a whole) and would require a life jacket just to be safe. We can help with tips and/or demonstration on how to teach him to swim for pool owners. It is imperative that a pool owner teach their dogs how to swim and be able to find the stairs to get out (especially if they do not have a pool fence) ensuring that their adopted dog does not drown.
Toys – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman loves, loves, loves, loves toys. He is really good with them and isn't very destructive with them. He likes chew bones and always goes to bed with a 'woobie'. Ropes are fine, but the rope needs to be large and checked every so often to make sure it isn't too ragged and need to be replaced. Thin rubber squeaky toys should be avoided but heavier rubber like toys such as Kong or similar objects/brands are fine. He also likes balls but they need to be the vary large ones that he won't accidentally swallow. We have several toys that we will be sending to an adopter's home and can discuss the best toy options during the adoption process. As with all pet toys, toys should be regularly inspected to ensure that they are still safe and remove those that have worn to a dangerous level. An obstruction in any animal can have some devastating consequences including requiring expensive surgery to fix and potentially death if not caught soon enough.
***NOTE*** We highly recommend getting a Bark Box Medium-Super Chewer subscription.
He loves those toys so much...especially the characters that are Squirrels! :D
Known Commands:
Sit, Wait, On, Off, Back,Play, Drop, Come(here), Eat, Drink, Leave It, No(when needed), Yes, Go, Stay, Go Potty, Crate, Down, Go Poop, Quiet,Take, Give, Stop, Enough, Give Space, Get Out Of That, Go Do Something With Yourself, Don't do it, Give Space, Back Off, Play, Bedtime, Sleepy Time,
Nicknames: Hippo, Hippopotamus, Ro Ro
Commands Working On -
Other Notes:
Coming Soon
Status – Foster - Available for Adoption
Type - Dog
Breed – American Staffordshire Terrier
Date of Birth – 4-5 Years
Color – Dark Fawn
Eyes – Green
Ears – Clipped - Erect
Claws – Black
Tail – Undocked
Altered - Altered
Distinguishing Marks – Closely Cropped Ears, White Blaze on Chest
Allergies – None Known, May have Seasonal
Crate Trained – Yes
Housebroken – Yes
UTD on Vaccinations – Yes
Rabies – Yes
Microchip – Yes
Dewormed – Yes, Panacure
Flea treatment – Yes, K9 Advantix II
Heartworm – Negative
Collar Requirements – Thick 3" Leather Collar (best with a Handle) is good, Haltie Collar for added control when needed
Leash Requirements - Standard, Rope, or Leather
Medications – None
Overall Physical Health – Health (9) - (1-3= Poor, 4-6 =Fair, 7-8 Good, 9-10 Excellent)
Weight (5) - (1=severely emaciated, 5 – 6 normal, 10 = morbidly obese)
Roman is in Excellent Health. He is a robust, muscular dog who currently has no illness or medical condition.
He does occasionally suffer seasonal allergies and gets hives if he rolls on the ground. This is easily handled by OTC Allergy medication. He does require Grain Free - High Protein food as his body doesn't process foods that aren't. Roman also seems sensitive to Fowl, so its best to stay away from Chicken, Duck, or other Fowl based flavors. The Taste of the Wild line has several other options all of which he enjoys. Otherwise he has no particular healthcare requirements. Due to the restriction on food and his seasonal allergies, he is given a score of 9.
Overall Mental Health – Good (4.5) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman is a 4.5 on overall mental health. He does seem to exhibit some mild anxiety when left alone and over excitement when going out. Bonding and Exercise will keep this from becoming a future issue.
People – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman loves people. He enjoys being pet by everyone and knows he should sit to get love and attention. A cuddle bug by nature, he is happy to be a spoon or a pillow. Roman can also be incredibly empathetic and is a sweet dog in general. He is very much a people dog but requires a home with a strong, experienced, and responsible pack leader/owner.
Children – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Even though he is great with kids of every age, including infants, we believe it would be best that if he goes to a home with children 12 and up. Roman is a big, strong dog who doesn't always pay attention to where he is going or conscientious of other beings and can knock down smaller children accidentally. On rare occasions he will jump up in excitement. As an 85 lb dog, this could cause injury to smaller kids.
***NOTE***
ALPRAS animals are always adopted out on a case by case basis to the best home for them.
If you happen to have children who we believe will be able to handle Roman and be responsible and are younger than 12, your family could be an approved adoption. The same goes the other way. If the members of the household, kids over 12 or adults, do not seem to be able to handle the reasons behind the restrictions the answer would be no.
We will always do what we believe is best for the animal.
(It is always important to note: A nip or bite from any dog his size (or a large dog in general) is far more devastating than small dog which automatically puts him at a disadvantage and could very well mean his (and/or dogs like him in size or strength) life. It is for this reason that we would prefer he go to a home with kids 12 and up.)
Dogs – Good ( 3-4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman has had good relationships with other dogs of all sizes and breeds, however there are also issues. As of now we think it may be better for him to go to a home where he is the only dog or one that has smaller dogs. Though he very much enjoys the company of other dogs, in and out of the home of all sizes and breeds, he has had some altercations. Most of these started by one of the other dogs he currently resides with. Oddly enough, he is fairly aware of what is happening around him and avoids accidental redirection or harm to anyone or anything that is not the 'opponent'.
His 3-4 rating is because although he does really well with virtually all dogs and breeds (His best friends have been a Great Dane and a Pekingese), it is a concern as to whether or not he may do this in another home. We absolutely do not want he or any dog to be injured in a stupid and probably avoidable squabble. This rings especially true for anyone who is new to owning a 'power breed'. As with many adoptions, Roman's will be judged on a case by case basis in this area.
Cats – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman, despite issues with some dogs, does really well with cats. He would do best in a home with a dog savvy cat but can be with a standard social cat as well. Skittish cats are not something he should live with as their acting as a prey animal (like squirrels) may have him chasing or harassing them. He does listen to cat corrections, although he sometimes thinks they might be playing until he gets batted at. Currently he lives with 4 cats of all age groups and gets along with all of them perfectly fine.
Pocket Pets – Fair ( 3 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
We do currently have one Rat in his foster home. Though he is fine to be around the rat in the cage, we do not believe they should be formally introduced. If a family has pocket pet it would be best to play with them behind closed doors and in their enclosures when they are not. Roman does love to chase and bark at squirrels (he's never caught one so far) and he is likely to do the same with other pocket pets such as rodents and ferrets.
Behavioral Issues – Few ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = None and 5 = Many
Though Roman is a good dog and has been trained, there are a few behaviors that need to be maintained. This is one of the core reasons why he needs and strong, experienced, and responsible pack leader/owner. Being a bully breed he is naturally stubborn. He does like training but can get over excited at times. An adopter absolutely must be willing to be mindful and continue to enforce the training that he has had to not do some impulsive actions. These include jumping, snagging food (or napkins...the crazy pup!), being pushy, and other small behaviors that are easily managed when the members of the household do what they are supposed and don't let him get away with things (no matter how darn cute he is-and he is stinkin' adorable).
Energy – Moderate ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Low and 5 = High
Roman would do very well in an active lifestyle and he could excel in activities not yet presented to him. By the same token, he can go to a home that does has a basic lifestyle. He can be a couch potato but would be a happier if he could do other things. He loves to play and as with nearly all dogs, exercise will help tone down behavior issues and/or anxiety.
Barking – Medium (2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Minimal and 5 = Very Often
Roman is not a big barker. He will alert bark if someone comes to the door. Otherwise most of the time if he barks, it is at a squirrel or some other small animal that is around. He does respond to verbal correction to stop.
Swimming – Unknown ( ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
As we no longer have access to a pool at this time, we aren't sure how well he can swim. Based off of his size and density he would probably be a poor swimmer initially (and possibly as a whole) and would require a life jacket just to be safe. We can help with tips and/or demonstration on how to teach him to swim for pool owners. It is imperative that a pool owner teach their dogs how to swim and be able to find the stairs to get out (especially if they do not have a pool fence) ensuring that their adopted dog does not drown.
Toys – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Roman loves, loves, loves, loves toys. He is really good with them and isn't very destructive with them. He likes chew bones and always goes to bed with a 'woobie'. Ropes are fine, but the rope needs to be large and checked every so often to make sure it isn't too ragged and need to be replaced. Thin rubber squeaky toys should be avoided but heavier rubber like toys such as Kong or similar objects/brands are fine. He also likes balls but they need to be the vary large ones that he won't accidentally swallow. We have several toys that we will be sending to an adopter's home and can discuss the best toy options during the adoption process. As with all pet toys, toys should be regularly inspected to ensure that they are still safe and remove those that have worn to a dangerous level. An obstruction in any animal can have some devastating consequences including requiring expensive surgery to fix and potentially death if not caught soon enough.
***NOTE*** We highly recommend getting a Bark Box Medium-Super Chewer subscription.
He loves those toys so much...especially the characters that are Squirrels! :D
Known Commands:
Sit, Wait, On, Off, Back,Play, Drop, Come(here), Eat, Drink, Leave It, No(when needed), Yes, Go, Stay, Go Potty, Crate, Down, Go Poop, Quiet,Take, Give, Stop, Enough, Give Space, Get Out Of That, Go Do Something With Yourself, Don't do it, Give Space, Back Off, Play, Bedtime, Sleepy Time,
Nicknames: Hippo, Hippopotamus, Ro Ro
Commands Working On -
Other Notes:
Coming Soon
'I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society.
I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal, and I was angry.
"God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?"
God was silent for a moment and then spoke softly.
"I have done something," he replied,
"I created you."
The Animals Savior - Jim Willis
I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal, and I was angry.
"God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?"
God was silent for a moment and then spoke softly.
"I have done something," he replied,
"I created you."
The Animals Savior - Jim Willis