About Bolt

Meet Bolt Please read through everything carefully. We will continue updating as we learn more about this lovely boy. Bolt is a stunning young boy currently in our care. He is approximately one year old, neutered, and had a full veterinary workup on 2/27 with Dr. Lozada at Plant City Animal Hospital. He walks beautifully he walks on leash and does not pull. The Details Bolt is: Excellent on leash Crate trained - but he HATES it. He will bark for a few minutes when crated but will settle. We have stopped crating him and just leave him in a room with a baby gate when away and he is fine as long as things are put away. Potty trained (no accidents in our care) Extremely affectionate He prefers to be near his people and is overwhelmingly cuddly. He welcomes hugs, happily curls into a tight ball in your lap, gives kisses, and loves playtime. He would likely enjoy sleeping near his person. He has wonderful manners. He does not beg while you are eating and does not jump unless invited. He listens to 'no' and responds quickly to correction. He enjoys toys and interactive play. He can get gently mouthy if invited into that kind of play but does not initiate it and knows not to bite down. He was clearly socialized appropriately as a puppy. He does like other dogs but gets very excited and that can upset other dogs. At the vet, he showed zero fear. He greeted staff confidently and even tried to follow Dr. Lozada to the back. He is emotionally steady and socially confident. With Other Dogs We introduced him to our female dogs one at a time. He is playful and can get excited, sometimes attempting to mount when overstimulated, but he responds immediately to correction. His play is not rough, just overly enthusiastic. He will posture and push back if challenged, so he may not be ideal for a home with another strong alpha dog unless the adopter has experience with those dynamics. He is non-reactive and settles calmly even when separated by a baby gate. He is easily redirected and manageable, which makes future training very promising. Routine & Daily Life He has had no potty accidents. We did crate at night at first and when leaving the house. But have since stopped and left him in the rescue room with the door open and the baby gate closed. He does not jump over or climb the gate. He has adjusted well to being alone at night and is no longer barking once settled into routine. He may briefly protest during transitions in a new home but does settle. If there are small toys or things he could chew on laying around, He should be crated when alone, as he is young and will chew accessible items like cords, remotes or shoes. (What young dog doesnt?) He rides well in the car and loves pup cups. Dog seatbelts are mandatory. Important Safety Requirements Bolt is a runner. This is a husky trait, not a behavior flaw. He must always be secured in an escape-proof harness clipped to a martingale collar when outside of a fully contained area. We will provide both at adoption. He will try to back out of a collar or a basic harness on occasion, also a Husky trait. The harness we provide is secure when used correctly and prevents escape. We strongly prefer a secure 6 ft fenced yard (not chain link). Extra caution must be taken at doors and gates. Diet He is currently eating Purina ProPlan wet and dry. GPS Requirement All Shiba Saviors adoptions require active GPS tracking. Adopters receive a free FI Mini device and six months of service (adopter pays $20 activation fee). Bolt is young, affectionate, confident, and highly trainable in the right hands. We are seeking a fantastic home experienced with flight-risk breeds who understands containment and is ready to bond deeply with an exceptional young dog. Applicants will be reviewed, and interviews and meet-and-greets scheduled as appropriate. Adoption fees will be discussed during that process. For more photos and updates, visit our Facebook or Instagram pages.

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Shiba Saviors Inc
Hillsborough County
Plant City, Florida 33565

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