CODY AB# 19-297 – M, 3 1/2 Years
NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS 1/30/2020
AB#19-297 Cody
Gender: Male
Age: 3.5 (6/8/2016 birthdate)
Color: Tri
Size: 43 lbs
Breed: English Setter, papered
Foster Comments: Cody is an absolute gem! His primarily goal in life is to receive affection. Cody was owned for hunting and was not performing satisfactorily, so was at risk of being put down. A good-hearted caretaker was able to move him into rescue. He’s a very sweet dog and making up for lost time. Though he’s very birdy, we’re guessing he was gun-shy as he gets a little nervous when he hears loud noises and hides in the bathroom when the vacuum in running. But so do my kids, so who knows.
Cody is mellow in the house and very loving. We joke that he must have had some barn cats to watch as he leans into whomever is petting him and likes to circle back and rub his flank on you on the way around. He’s a nice dog and a good kitty, too. Jumps up occasionally, but not too bad and very gently. Doesn’t try to get on the furniture. Doesn’t chew on things. Isn’t sure what to make of toys, but likes the Kong. Enjoys a cozy bed. Tolerated his first bath and blow-dry. He’s a lovely dog in temperament and looks! He’s got some great quirks. For instance, he does a zipper move and then a half-gainer twist before doing his business in the yard. He came from the deep South and landed in deep Snow and seems to really love it. He gets the zoomies after doing his business.
Good with Children: Yes. No very small children in foster house, but he does great with medium and large kids. Very docile meeting new people and soaks up affection from all ages.
Good with Dogs: Yes. He’s very nice with the resident dogs and tries to play outside. No known aggression issues. Doesn’t guard food. Resident foster dogs get along with him very well.
Good with Cats: Yes! From the start, no issues. Has not chased or bothered the two foster cats at all. One cat likes to rub against his cone to scratch her face.
House-trained: Amazingly, yes. When Cody came into rescue, he had never been inside a house. When started to lift his leg at the foster home when he first arrived (a few days after being neutered), we said, “No,” and that was it. Zero accidents inside! All adopters should expect some accidents during transition time and be pleasantly surprised if none happen.
Crate-trained: Yes. Sadly, he knows crate life all too well living in one previously. He was crated at night and when the foster family was gone when he first arrived, but we have since left him contained in a room with the other dogs with no issues. He’s a pretty easy guy to have around!
Leash-Trained: Yes. He is a good walker, through he is a weaver! He wouldn’t be ideal for someone with balance issues. He didn’t pull too much when he first arrived, but he’s gotten a little more challenging to hold after feeling better. He will definitely pull for birds and critters.
Activity Level: Mellow. Cody is relaxed in the house, laying down near the humans or curling up somewhere cozy. Not much of a barker, though a very loud one when he does! Our greatest challenge with Cody is that he wants to be near people constantly, so is parked behind you at the counter and gets stepped on during the pivot move.
Fence: A fence is always ideal with a bird dog. We would consider other options for Cody including electric fence or condo/apartment living in the right circumstances. But, since Cody has been contained in a small space for his entire life, we would give preference to someone with a fenced yard for his sake.
Training: It appears no one has worked with him at all; we’re starting from scratch with “sit,” but not too much while his sutures heal. His new home will need to continue some training for safety. We think he’s smart, he just isn’t sure what to make of people trying to get his rear end on the ground into sit position. He’s smart enough to figure out how to unwrap himself when he gets wound around a post when on leash.
Medical History: Cody was recently neutered. He managed to get his stitches out and got an infection, but was re-sutured, re-coned, and doing great now after a round of antibiotics. He’ll have his sutures out end of January. He has been fully vetted and microchipped. He’s got a healthy build and is a really beautiful dog.
Adoption fee: $350
Foster Location: Madison, WI.
Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000 mile distance between adopters & foster home. Interstate transport of dogs by Above and Beyond English Setter Rescue to adopters requires a nominal fee of $50.00, in addition to the adoption fee, for an Interstate Health Certificate (required by law). Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000 mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000 mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far West states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions.
