Behavior Notes:
Playgroup 8/26/26: Steer test: 3-4/5 with water, no can
Slight hackles raised and ears back up on first gate greetings. Body started to loosen up with time being there. High tail and ears back in the yard, quick stiff moves. Gave a small correction to alphabet
Per staff 8/26/26: Best suited for children 10+
Per staff 8/26/26: Kennel Presentation: Sitting in his kennel when I approached, wide eyes, ears back, furrowed brow. Took a treat gently through the bars.
Leash Skills: When I opened the door and put my leash in he came forward slowly and was easily leashed. Came right out and pulled moderately with ears back, eyes darting, hackles raised, mid to high still tail. Once outside, looser body, ears back, mid level looser tail.
Sociability: Took a treat outside then spit it out. Allowed all handling with loose wiggly body, mid level tail wags, ears back, soft eyes. Started to get jumpy and lightly mouthy, took a step back and he stopped. Said hi to another staff member with a loose body and jumped on her as well with the same body language.
Play: n/a
Dog Interaction: See playgroup memo
Return to Kennel: Walked back pulling mildly, mid level tail wags, ears back, loose body. Once in the kennels, eyes darting, slowed down his pace, hackles slightly raised. Hopped into kennel and leash was removed easily.
Color Level: Exp Gold
Per finder 8/24/26: friendly shy scared playful, shows signs of abuse in his actions
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