About Tommy

Tommy, Charming Trooper Tommy is an extraordinary young fella. How so? The approximately 17 month, 45-50 pound double merle (DM) medium energy, eager-to-please Aussie mix is a trooper who has overcome a rough past. But, he's an unstoppable happy pup with a lotta personality today. Tommy Tough Why do we say Tommy is a tough trooper? 1. Tommy, our trooper came to ASA from another rescue after going through surgery to remove an outgrown puppy collar-it became embedded into his neck! He's fully recovered. And it didn't stop Tommy from being a reislient dog with a big pupsona! 2. There are also signs that this tough guy endured hour after hour (after hour) locked up in a cramped crate as a puppy. Tommy has a slight 'cow' hock (back legs have a splayed look). Not that that has stopped him. Tommy runs and plays with the other dogs, like the other dogs. The fortunate fellow has been with an uber experienced Foster Mom who has strenghtened both his legs and his innate confidence. In fact, the boy has absolutely thrived in an exceptionally experienced Foster home. 3. Tommy is deaf. What does that mean? To Tommy? Not. A. Single. Thing. It hasn't stopped him for a minute. He spends HIS days being his own Tommy self. Tommy Today Neglect and disregard didn't hold this trooper back. Tommy's unstoppable! The hearty herder is brimming with personality-he simply soaks up attention and eats up affection. Lapping up all the love, pets, and snuggleups! Being with People, hanging out, by your side-Tommy boy seems especially drawn to chilling with the guys. Likes hanging out with other canines of various sizes and ages at his foster home-he fits right in the pack. Tommy enjoys toys-balls are a particular favorite. The lots of pupsonality pooch, Foster Mom says, fancies himself quite the conversationalist (chatty?). The responsive and smart pup knows many hand signals. Tommy's proven resilient and quickly adapts to find his place. His house manners are nice; he uses the doggie door. Tommy needs work on crate training as needed-he spent too much time in one as a very young pupper. Tommy's Crew? Well, they are the kind of people who have lots of hugs to give and loads of love. They'll be confident and adaptable as Tommy is. They don't get how others can do life without a dog. Tommy is a brave, reislient dog, a very happy charmer who dotes on attention. He'd do great with Folks who are home most of the time-maybe work from home or retired. His potential Forever has some experience or has educated themselves on the joys, quirks, and particular needs of a special Aussie before filling out an adoption application. A fenced yard is preferred, but it may not be necessary for a specific kind of adopter-experienced with herders/deafies, or educated themselves on their needs, who with herding dogs, home all the time, committed to leash training, never, ever lets a dog out off leash, etc. Kiddos 8ish and up, raised to respect dog language, needs and boundaries will LOVE Tommy. A laidback dog friend or two would be perfect. Tommy should be fine with dog savvy kitties. Multiresidential buildings (such as apartments)and dog parks are not always a good fit for this pup. The best adopters give their new family member time to decompress and grow familiar with a new environment and routine. They see the importance of investing time to understand their dog and build a bond of trust and provide steady, reasonable guidance and training. An adopter commits to slow, monitored introductions with new people, especially children, other animals, and new places. Tommy wants to add-'I have found some good people and can't wait til I have my own Forever After! We can spend lots of time playing and snuggling, and hanging out and chilling and...' (We had to cut him off there, there's a word limit.) Do you want to give Tommy his best days yet? If so, fill out an application at the link below to be considered as a possible adopter. (Only COMPLETELY answered applications will be considered.) https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/dDNce9yr0ChU0F -Fostered in Hernando County, FL. *Read the bio carefully. Priority is given to the pup's needs in choosing the adopter to ensure a Happy Forever. Transport help may be available for some dogs to to some states, depending on the dog's best interest. *The breed/mix assigned to this dog is based on appearance and/or traits, not from a DNA test. Adoption Fee: $350

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