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GizmoRescue Me ID: 21-06-03-00198

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About Gizmo

Adoption Fee: $400
Australian Cattle Dog mix
Age: Puppy
Sex: Male

Gizmo is a deaf, eleven-month-old, 27-lb Australian cattle dog currently being fostered in Neptune Beach, FL (Duval County). Gizmo is a lover. He's all about the fun and cuddling. He loves people and loves other dogs even more. He is high energy when outside in the yard but calms down nicely inside. He really enjoys running around the yard with sticks and balls and playing keep away with other dogs. Being deaf, having another dog around gives him a connection to who he is: a dog. He does really well with children of all ages and plays gently with them. After a day of getting his energy out, he enjoys an evening on the couch. Gizmo is deaf but knows some hand signals. Once eye contact is made, he will sit on command and come when motioned to do so. Even from across the yard. He will willingly get in a crate (although it is not his preferred place) and often go right to sleep. He will instinctively nip at heels when he's excited, but he NEVER uses a bite force. It's gentle like the wind. Gizmo needs to improve his social skills a bit. He is still very much a puppy and really just lacks life experience. He tends to jump up when overly excited. He also barks at new or unexpected people, which is resolved by the person getting down low and showing him they aren't a threat. Treats help too. He barks out of genuine fear, and never aggression. He can be a scared little guy. He is very soft, and his bark is very loud. He doesn't understand shadows or movement in the distance. The shifting of light at night causes him concern, and he will focus on that. It's possible that he has a slight vision impairment at night. He is completely disinterested in cats and appears to have no prey drive whatsoever. He does like to taste a plant every so often so harmful plants should be avoided. Gizmo is house trained, neutered and up to date on vaccines. He requires a home with a fenced-in yard. For more information on our adoption process, visit the Adoption Information page of our website: ewenityfarmsbch.com

Duval County
Florida

Compatibility

  • Good with Most Dogs
  • Good with Most Cats
  • Good with Kids and Adults

Personality

  • Average Energy

Health

  • Neutered
  • Vaccinations Current
  • Deaf

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