Background
Jerry has been at PACK HQ since the very beginning. She was on the streets for many years and was happy to come to PACK Taiwan. She is a quiet and cautious girl because of her past experiences. She likes to bundle up in her personal space but loves to be around her humans.
Personality
Jerry is a quiet and introverted dog. She is more of a follower and will take a back seat when there is a strong leader present. Sometimes she will come off as aloof and disengaged but she is actually observing your every move. Jerry is slow to warm up, but once you win her over she is loyal like no other dog.
Energy Level
Relaxed
Active
Jerry is generally very low-key and relaxed. She likes to go for walks but she's not hyper.
Temperament
Shy
Social
Jerry is slow to warm up and needs some time with people before getting comfortable.
Role
Follower
Leader
Jerry is a follower, she has no desire to lead.
Adaptability
Low
High
Jerry needs more time to adjust to new environments. She will be nervous in the beginning (but no barking)
Behavioral Observations
Jerry is super friendly but is timid and nervous around people with a stronger presence (oftentimes males). She can get along well with other dogs but if a new dog gets too closer to her she might bare her teeth (just a warning, she won't attack). She is sometimes cat-like, preferring her own space but also enjoying occasional time with her human. She waits for you patiently at home but don't leave anything in the trash... she'll get to it!
Medical History
All of PACK's dogs are vaccinated annually, dewormed monthly and receive flea and tick medication quarterly. Every dog is spayed/neutered upon arrival at PACK HQ.
Spayed/Neutered
Vaccinated
Microchipped
Jerry has no health issues that we are aware of. However, because of her advanced age, she is starting to show some signs of physical weakness, particularly in her hind legs.
Tolerance Levels
At PACK Academy, we socialize our dogs by exposing them to different stimuli and recording their tolerance levels for each one. These observations help us understand the dogs better, which then helps us find suitable homes for them.
Strangers
Jerry needs time to get used to strangers
Dogs
Good with other dogs but will warn the rude ones
Cats
Jerry can live with cats
Kids
She doesn't have much of a reaction around kids
Noise
She might get scared at sudden sounds and try to hide
Touch
Jerry is used to being pet anywhere
Behavior Observations
There are some common behavior issues that we see in dogs who have spent a significant amount of time in a shelter. We assess our dogs for these behaviors and provide training plans for adopters to help manage them.
Barking
Jerry very rarely barks
Separation
Anxiety
Jerry has not exhibited signs of separation anxiety.
Aggression
Might show teeth but has never bitten
Resource
Guarding
Never towards humans, will growl at dogs who try to take her food
Destructive
Chewing
We haven't observed destructive behavior, but she has gotten to food in the trash can
Obedience Training
Obedience training is critical for nurturing healthy dog-human relationships and having a well-behaving dog. Our dogs receive basic training at PACK Academy, which provides a foundation for communication between dog and human.
Name
Jerry knows her name but might not respond
Yes & No
Understand "yes" and "no" more by tone of voice
Potty Trained
Hasn't had an accident yet at 2 foster homes
Good on Leash
Good on leash, doesn't pull
Sit
Left shelter before PACK Academy started, doesn't know command
Down
Left shelter before PACK Academy started, doesn't know command
Stay
Left shelter before PACK Academy started, doesn't know command
Come
Will come most of the time when you wave at her
Paw
Left shelter before PACK Academy started, doesn't know command