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Name: Nelson (20220518-08)
Weight: 60 lbs
Age: 1 year
Gender: male
Spayed/Neutered: yes
Breed: Catahoula mix
Colour: white, brown, black and grey

Neck size (for collar): large
Crate size recommended: 36 in

Good with women: yes
Good with men: yes
Good with kids: yes
Good with other dogs: yes**
Good with cats: Unknown
House trained: Unknown
Crate trained: yes
Energy level: medium
Can be handled/touched: yes
Barker: no
Flight risk: no
Food aggressive: no
Current food: science diet
Walks on leash: yes but still needs practice
Leash reactive to people or dogs: No, he is excellent while on leash
Rides well in car: yes
Destructive: no
Needs a home with a yard: yes, also a quiet suburban or country neighbourhood is preferred.
Needs a home with another dog: no
Can live in an apartment: no

** these dogs live in a shelter environment and dont share indoor kennel space with each other. While they may play well with other dogs, slow introductions should be utilized.

History: Nelson’s owner died and the family didn’t want him so he was surrendered to the shelter.

Temperament: Nelson always has a smile on his face, even at the shelter. He is loving but a little quiet at first