Brownie's Story

Brownie is doing fantastic in his new home! He was fearful at first, but he has adapted nicely.

He is still afraid of big dogs and bicycles, but who could blame the little guy? House training and obedience training was tough at first, but he learned quickly, and once he learned, it stuck with him.

He now comes when his new mom, Zackera, calls his name! At times, he would growl when he was in his Zackera’s arms, but after following the advice from Kim Melanson, Behavior Counselor at the Center for Shelter Dogs, and put him on the ground when he started to get protective – it helped out a lot! Brownie also showed signs of food aggression in his previous home and in his Match-Up II behavior evaluation, but Zackera has managed this behavior by giving him delicious chews only when he can be alone to enjoy them. By practicing avoidance, there is no risk to people or dogs! Brownie may have had a rough beginning, (he had never even seen a dog bed before!) but he is very loved now.

He gets to snuggle on a heated car seat, run around in a big yard and play with other little dogs in the park. What a great life he has now! Congratulations to Brownie and kudos to Zackera!