jacobo

Meet Jacobo!Jacobo came to the shelter through an owner surrender after his family faced a housing crisis. He's a thoughtful, sensitive dog who can be playful and affectionate once he feels safe. In the shelter, he shows curiosity, enjoys exploring, and has moments of goofiness like zooming around the yard or offering a paw for treats, but he can also feel overwhelmed by new situations and needs time to build trust.My Ideal HomeJacobo would thrive in a calm, adult-only home with experienced adopters who understand fearful or reactive dogs. A predictable routine, patient handling, and positive-reinforcement training will help him feel secure. He does best with slow introductions, clear boundaries, and an environment that minimizes sudden stressors like loud noises or lots of foot traffic.Good with Kids?No. Jacobo is recommended for an adult-only home, as he can become stressed and uncomfortable and needs space to feel safe.Good with Other Pets?He has lived with dogs and a cat in the past and was reported to be playful with them, but his current comfort level with unfamiliar animals is unknown. Careful, gradual introductions and management would be important in any multi-pet home.Leash MannersJacobo can walk politely at times but may pull or show tension, especially when feeling unsure or when he sees other dogs. He benefits from calm, structured walks and handlers who can read his body language and give him space when needed.Overall HealthRecovered from CIRDC and doing well overall.Behavior DeterminationLevel 4 - Experienced Adopters. Jacobo needs knowledgeable, patient guardians who can support him through fear, reactivity, and confidence-building with consistent training and management.Other Fun FactsJacobo enjoys chasing tennis balls, sniffing around the yard, and having bursts of zoomies. He knows basic cues, likes enrichment activities, and has been described as caring and playful once he's comfortable. He also enjoys car rides and, according to his previous family, is quite the snorer! Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Gray Weight: 72.4 Age: 1yrs 1mths 0wks