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Youll want a pizza Lorenzo! Caio! My name is Lorenzo. Like a true Italian charmer, Im a lovable, snuggly boy. Im a 3-year-old, 50-pound, neutered Shepherd mix. Im a healthy fella now, but my life used to be pretty ruff. When I was rescued from Mexicali (Shhh, dont blow my Italian cover) I had a bad case of TVT on my handsome face. After undergoing treatment, Im now a survivor! I do have Seizure Disorder and take Phenobarbital ~$12.00 for a months supply, Levetiracetam ~$19.00 for a months supply, Potassium Bromide solution compounded ~$33.00. No oral flea or tick medication, use of topical preventative only. I developed idiopathic epilepsy between 2-3 years old and have been able to stabilize seizures to 1x a month with my current medication routine. Life with my foster has been sweeter than gelato on a hot summer day, but I cant wait to find a furever home to cook up some fun! Im a lover boy who adores his people. Whenever my foster dad gets home, I always jump up for a gentle hug. I do this when meeting new friends, too! I get along with kids and think that Id be an amazing family man. I havent met any cats yet, so Im not sure what I think about them. I get along great with my little furry foster brother and we like to run around the yard and play! I prefer smaller, mellow dogs and need a proper introduction. I am very calm, mellow and generally sleepy(medication side effects) but overall incredibly sweet! My biggest struggle is my leash reactivity. When Im on a leash, I get very defensive and react to other dogs. For this reason, its been hard to make pals. Ive met a few smaller, mellow dogs and with a slow introduction, weve gotten along. I think I have the ability to make doggy pals one day but will need a hooman who can commit to my training. Even though Im still learning how to make friends with other pooches, Im a pro with the people. I go to work with my foster dad and Im the best pawsonal assistant (although Im often found sleeping on the job). When Im off the clock, I like chewing on my bones, napping in the sun, and most of all cuddling with my foster family. Im the most gentle boy who loves to be loved! Im bathroom and house trained, check and check! I also do well in the crate and have minimal separation anxiety. Im currently working on commands such as sit, lay down, and place (for bed). As I mentioned before, I still need to work on my leash training, specifically with reactivity to other dogs. Otherwise, Im a happy, mellow mutt. My ideal furever casa on the Amalfi Coast I mean, in a loving home with you! I think Id do well with another smaller, mellow dog and could be a great family pooch. So what do you say? Once we meet, it will be im-pasta-ble to resist my sweet, loving charm! I would make the most adorable companion for someone with a big heart ready to take me and all my special needs in. My adoption fee is $400 and that includes spaying/neutering, shots, and microchip. If you want to take me home, please fill out the form on the website here: https://theanimalpad.org/adoption-application