Hi, I'm Sven!
About me: I'm a bit of a different guy....it's taken my fosters a few months to be able to get to know me, I'm pretty nervous with anything new. But no matter how scared I've been, I've never bitten - I'm a runner and when I'm super scared I poop. My favorite things to do are play with my doggy friends, sit on the deck and chew on bones, and find new things to destroy. I'm getting used to being petted, and in the mornings I'm very affectionate and playful. I'm still working on the whole collar and leash thing, and I'm still too scared to leave the yard. Adults don't worry me too much as long as they keep their distance, but I find kids scary. It takes me a few hours to get confident enough to interact with new dogs, I do a lot of barking at them, but I'm getting braver all the time. I wrestle & play 'tag' with the big puppy that lives here, am respectful of the old dogs, and gentle with the small dogs. When I'm not playing, I nap in a corner behind a chair or under the table where I feel safe. My humans are working on giving me all the experiences and building blocks I require to become a confident dog and I'm looking forward to being part of a family that can continue gentle guidance as I grow.
Likes: Playing, exploring, treats & a quiet place to nap.
Dislikes: Being alone.
Special request: I need a fenced yard and another dog to play with and learn from. I need a very special person or family who will be patient with me while my confidence builds.
Kennel trained: No
House trained: Mostly
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Probably
Children: Older
