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leo
Whitewater, WI
Meet leo
Meet Leo!
Breed: German Sheppard mix
Rescue: Albert’s Dog Lounge
Age: Senior
Weight: 55 lbs
Fun fact: This playful pup likes to use his nose to roll his toys to you when he’s telling you he wants to play catch
Foster home: Madison, WI
Activity level: Low
Friendly with: Dogs, Cats and Older Kids. He can present as weary of new dog friends or kids who may bump into him. Once he gets his bearings he’s much more comfortable :)
Sleep style: He sleeps on a dog bed near his people or solo (doesn’t come onto furniture)
Meals: 10 oz of raw food twice daily helps control his IMPA
Medical needs: Leo has IMPA (Immune Mediated Polyarthritis) which is kept under control by diet and meds. He prefers calm dogs and older kids who aren’t at risk of bump into him often
Meds: Carprofen and Gabepentin twice daily, Ursolyx once daily (estimated cost is $70 monthly)
Snore-o-meter: 1/10
Bark-o-meter: 1/10
Shedding meter: 5/10, he’s deep into his spring shed but won’t judge your vacuuming skills
Signature color: He’s ready to toss on red sparkles and give his audience the ol’ dazzle dazzle
Best feature: His eyeliner is top notch and he’s happy to provide makeup lessons!
Walk out song: Unstoppable - SIA
Favorite season: Fall, lots of leaves to enjoy on a sniffari
Personality: Sweet, friendly, eager to please, loves to play catch, loyal
Loves: Playing catch, sniffing every inch of his yard, collecting toys and displaying them on his bed
Neutered ✅
Microchipped ✅
Housebroken ✅
Trusted to roam free when alone ✅
UTD on vaccinations ✅
UTD on preventatives ✅
Learning how to walk on a leash ✅
Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs.
Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $350, ($600 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org.
Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply
WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS
NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs.
Puppy - Under 6 months
Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years
Adult - 2 years to 8 years
Senior - 8 years to 12 years
Golden Oldie - 12+ years
Breed: German Sheppard mix
Rescue: Albert’s Dog Lounge
Age: Senior
Weight: 55 lbs
Fun fact: This playful pup likes to use his nose to roll his toys to you when he’s telling you he wants to play catch
Foster home: Madison, WI
Activity level: Low
Friendly with: Dogs, Cats and Older Kids. He can present as weary of new dog friends or kids who may bump into him. Once he gets his bearings he’s much more comfortable :)
Sleep style: He sleeps on a dog bed near his people or solo (doesn’t come onto furniture)
Meals: 10 oz of raw food twice daily helps control his IMPA
Medical needs: Leo has IMPA (Immune Mediated Polyarthritis) which is kept under control by diet and meds. He prefers calm dogs and older kids who aren’t at risk of bump into him often
Meds: Carprofen and Gabepentin twice daily, Ursolyx once daily (estimated cost is $70 monthly)
Snore-o-meter: 1/10
Bark-o-meter: 1/10
Shedding meter: 5/10, he’s deep into his spring shed but won’t judge your vacuuming skills
Signature color: He’s ready to toss on red sparkles and give his audience the ol’ dazzle dazzle
Best feature: His eyeliner is top notch and he’s happy to provide makeup lessons!
Walk out song: Unstoppable - SIA
Favorite season: Fall, lots of leaves to enjoy on a sniffari
Personality: Sweet, friendly, eager to please, loves to play catch, loyal
Loves: Playing catch, sniffing every inch of his yard, collecting toys and displaying them on his bed
Neutered ✅
Microchipped ✅
Housebroken ✅
Trusted to roam free when alone ✅
UTD on vaccinations ✅
UTD on preventatives ✅
Learning how to walk on a leash ✅
Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs.
Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $350, ($600 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org.
Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply
WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS
NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs.
Puppy - Under 6 months
Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years
Adult - 2 years to 8 years
Senior - 8 years to 12 years
Golden Oldie - 12+ years
More About leo
HEALTH:
Vaccinations up to date. Spayed/Neutered.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Med. 26-60 Lbs (12-27 Kg)
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
leo's Details
| BREED: | German Shepherd Dog |
| SEX: | Male |
| AGE: | Senior |
| COAT COLOR: | Black - with Brown, Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut |
| SIZE: | Med. 26-60 Lbs (12-27 Kg) |
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