Golden Retriever and Poodle Dogs Available for Adoption in Canfield, Ohio

Colby is an approximately 2 1/2 year old male Goldendoodle in need of a new place to call home since his owner had to enter an assisted living facility. He weighs around 50-55 pounds. Colby is an energetic bouncy boy who tries hard to be good but who hasn’t had a ton of training basics. He truly would do best with a family that will be willing to take him to obedience classes and work with him on the finer points of good doggy etiquette. Let’s be honest, he’s a cross between essentially TWO sporting breeds. That makes for a very active (and very smart) fellow. He will need regular exercise via walks and fun doggy games in his fenced in backyard (we do require a fence for this boy as we fully believe it will bring him much joy and happiness). If you want a couch potato or a finished product, Colby isn’t quite fully cooked yet - but he is well on his way lacking only the right family to bring him to the finish line. Colby is mostly house trained, but did find himself alone for long periods of time as his owners extended family tried to find him a soft landing all while taking the best care of him that they could. He may need a little “House Training 101” refresher course, but should have no problem putting it all together quickly. We do not know if Colby was ever crate trained, but would absolutely recommend some training and games to get him acclimated to a crate in case he needs a safe and secure place to hang out while the rest of the family must be out and about. Colby walks tolerably well on the lead, he isn’t a strong or dedicated puller, but at times he can get a little strong and a bit twisty. With regular exercise and practice walking, we expect that to quickly vanish as you show him what is expected of him. To our knowledge, Colby has never been around cats. It is possible that he could learn to behave with a confident dog savvy kitty, but chasing is almost inevitable in the beginning, so is something to keep in mind. He seems at ease with and non reactive with other dogs of both sexes. A meet and greet will be absolutely recommended with any resident canines prior to placement. Dogs close to his activity level and size would probably be best. He has not been around many kids, but seems to do best with older ones only. 12 and up would be the sweet spot. Colby has a typical doodle coat and will need regular grooming with a professional groomer at least every 6 weeks or so, depending on how short he is kept. With coat maintenance in between, including regular comb outs/brushing with a long toothed comb or slicker, more time may be able to pass between grooms, but probably not much. Doodle coats tend to mat quickly and become impacted almost as quick. AVOID THE DREADED MATTED DOODLE by doing your part between grooms! Matting and impacting is painful and uncomfortable for the dog, and Colby is too sweet to consign to such a fate. All in all, Colby is a diamond in the rough who just needs a little more polish. He has a good heart and good intentions, he just is a big puppy still who forgets himself at times. We have no doubt that he will flourish with a family dedicated to helping him be the absolute best he can be!

The Golden Retriever is a friendly, intelligent, and gentle dog breed known for its golden colored, water repellent coat. They are highly sociable and great with families, children, and other pets, making them popular as therapy and service dogs. With a love for outdoor activities and water, Golden Retrievers excel in various dog sports like agility and obedience. They require regular exercise, mental stimulation, and grooming to maintain their health and happiness. Overall, the Golden Retriever is a versatile and beloved companion dog breed.

The Poodle is a highly intelligent and elegant dog breed known for its distinctive curly coat and graceful appearance. Originally bred as water retrievers, Poodles come in three size varieties Standard, Miniature, and Toy each with their unique characteristics but sharing the breed's alert and friendly nature. Renowned for their hypoallergenic qualities and keen sense of humor, Poodles excel in various dog sports and activities, making them versatile companions suitable for different lifestyles and living situations.

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