12/6/24.  Buddy is a GSD/Husky mix and has unique colors and facial markings.  He weighs just under 50 lbs.  DOB is Sept. 2023, so he is fully grown.  He was surrendered after overeating acorns, which caused a blockage requiring expensive surgery.  He has recovered from the surgery and is very healthy.

Buddy is neutered, chipped, UTD on shots, on preventives, HW negative, house and crate trained.  He travels well by car and does fine at the vet’s office.

Temperament wise, Buddy is a very easy dog to have around.  Being so young, he is energetic and playful.  He is very sociable with both humans and other dogs and currently lives with one large male and a female about his size.  He also plays with the neighbor dog and guest dogs who come to visit.  He has shown no signs of aggression although he will guard his food.  He does have some prey drive, will occasionally lunge at squirrels and birds, and may not take to cats.  Note that I have no way to test him, so please don’t ask me how he would do with cats.

Buddy will occasionally jump on people, and tends to be mouthy, which is normal for a dog his age.  However, interaction with small children should be supervised. 

Buddy shows no signs of having been abused or neglected.  He seems to have the rudiments of some commands, is food motivated, takes treats gently, and learns quickly.  His leash manners could use some improvements, but that will probably come with time and patience. 

Because of his small size and pleasant disposition, Buddy would be a good choice for someone who would like to have a GSD but is not quite sure he/she is ready for that level of commitment.  Alternately, he would be a good companion for another playful and energetic dog. 

Buddy is being fostered in Arlington 22204 and typically participates in the Potomac Yard adoption events in Alexandria. 

If you are interested and are an approved adopter, you can contact arivederci@aol.com