Dog

Gender: Male

Color: White

Size: Large

Tail: N/A

DOB: 1/8/2023

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Foster Update - He is a very sweet boy with a healthy "lab-like" appetite. He uninvitingly shares food with our 3 year old lab, Pebbles, who gladly gives in so we separate him from the girls at meal time. He has done a bit of counter surfing and gladly will beg for human food if given a chance. He has had minimal accidents inside the house and will stand by the back door to.notify us that he has to go. He gets along well with our female dogs and has initiated play with both of them. He loves to play fetch and will bring the ball back so we can throw it again. He has shown no aggression to the cats however has gone nose to nose with them for a friendly sniff. One gave him a quick swipe and thus he has learned his lesson. We have not walked him on leash yet as we are waiting for him to heal from being neutered last week. A few of the stitches have loosened and we are having the vet look at it tomorrow.He does not jump up on the sofa however he seems to enjoy sleeping on the bed with us humans, cats and another dog. Franklin indiscriminately follows all residents around the house. We have a good suspicion that he may be deaf or have very limited hearing. He doesn't respond to claps, loud noises, vocal calls, etc when standing behind him. He cocks his head as if he is trying to understand what is going on and startles easily if touched from behind. We are going to have the vet check his ears out too. I have researched some general hand signs to communicate with him ie come and good boy. He seems to have learned these signs relatively quickly and responds positively. Franklin is best suited for a patient family who will work with to accommodate his needs He whines when left alone in a room, thus Im looking for a home placement where he won't be by himself for long periods. He also would benefit from a home with other dogs. He interacts and plays well with my 10 year old daughter so kids are okay as well. Introduction - Meet Franklin, he is a very sweet beautiful English Lab. His former family reports he is good with other dogs. Sometimes barks at cats but hasn’t chased them. He gets a bit nervous in cars. Franklin loves pets and treats. We found all that to be true. He smiles too. Franklin needs a committed family. He needs basic training. He has a big heart and loves affection. Just a big sweetheart. Franklin is being fostered with two other Labs. Check back for updates, his foster will need some time to get to know him.