Carino

Dog

Adopted

Carino's Story

Profile Information/tell us more about this pet	Meet Cariño! His name means “dear one” in Spanish, and he lives up to this every day. Cariño loves attention and to let you know he’s happy, he makes content little noises when he’s being petted or getting a belly rub. Cariño is an affectionate dog who loves people and wants to be close to his humans. As soon as he meets someone new, he moves in for all the pets. While he gets along great with his foster dog sister, he would also thrive as an only dog in a home. Our home is the first house Cariño has ever lived in, and he has adapted well. He sleeps in a crate at night, and doesn’t make a peep until he’s let out in the morning. Cariño does not guard his food and will share toys. When he’s not playing with toys or his foster dog sister, he can usually be found snoozing. He is generally quiet in the house, except when someone comes to the door, and he lets them know there’s a guard dog on duty. Therefore, attached housing wouldn’t be recommended for this guy. Cariño loves to go for walks, and sees them as a great opportunity for exercise and lots of new things to sniff. The first snowfall was a bit of a shock to this Mexi-pup, but he’s already adapted and still wants to go for a walk, even in the cold! He is learning leash manners slowly and will continue to need some guidance from his adopters to be his best self on leash, especially when meeting other dogs. Cariño also knows his name and will likely be easily taught recall if he is eventually allowed to go off leash. Cariño is approximately 4 years old, a nice medium size at around 38 pounds, and his shiny black fur is complemented by beige shading on his legs and feet, and soft brown eyes. Adoption fee is $248
Pets location (City)	Calgary
Dog’s Name	Cariño
Breed Guess	Mixed
Health?	Neutered Cariño recovered from heartworm last year, and will require a simple follow up test next May.
Approximate age	4 years
Approximate Weight	30-45 lb
Energy Level?	Enjoys playing with toys Couch Potato Moderately Active-Requires a good daily walk Easily Settles, relaxes Needs training/management Exuberant/Boisterious Cariño is a little bit of everything! Exuberant to see you and go for a walk, relatively mellow in the house
Socialization	Sweet and social
How does this animal behave around men?	Loves men
How does this animal behave around women?	Loves women
How does this animal behave around children? Check all that apply:	Cariño hasn’t been around many children, but he loves all people and we’re confident he would be very good with dog-savvy young humans
How does this animal behave around dogs? Check all that apply:	Yes, has lived with dogs Very social with other dogs Enjoys playing with other dogs Selective with other dogs Can be around other dogs with management and proper introductions
This animal has been introduced to: Check all that apply:	Has not been around other animals Low prey drive He is interested in bunnies and birds on walks and will pull towards them, but it seems more to be more curiosity than anything else
How does this animal behave around strange dogs or other animals? Check all that apply: Check all that aply	Greets appropriately (nose to tail sniffing) Enjoys playing with other dogs
DOGS: How does this dog behave around OTHER DOGS and high value food, treats or toys? Check all that apply:	Lets the other dog take it. Posture is relaxed, no muscles tensed. Seems very carefree and unconcerned about holding onto food or toys when other dogs are around.
DOGS: How does this dog behave around HUMANS and high value food, treats or toys? Check all that apply:	Lets you take it. Posture is relaxed, no muscles tensed. Seems very carefree and unconcerned about holding onto food or toys.
How does this animal behave around cats?	Cariño has had a cat introduction. He was curious but showed no aggression
Feeding Requirements?	No special requirements
Leash/Collar training?	Already wearing a collar and used to it Learning about walks and loving it Working on developing better skills on leash Reactive to other dogs on leash Cariño barks at other dogs when he’s on leash, and needs some additional guidance and encouragement to understand he’s safe
Being left alone?	Does OK loose Cariño is crate trained but other than night-time, we rarely use the crate as he is good in the house
House training?	Crate trained Can hold it overnight Cariño goes to the back door to indicate he needs to go out for a bathroom break. He needs guidance in new surroundings.
Fences?	Needs a fence at least 4 feet high Cariño could possibly jump a 4 foot fence, but he shows no signs of wanting to escape
Car rides?	Loves the car, rides great. Sits in back seat Seems unsure of getting into car He’s a little unsure at first but is a great traveller once he’s in and settled
Nail trimming?	The vet trimmed his nails for us and said he was a good boy!
Any additional comments regarding temperament that haven’t been covered by the questions above?	Cariño comes from Puerto Escondido, Mexico. In early December 2020, he was one of 17 dogs rescued from a terrible overcrowding/abuse situation.