Diesel

Columbus OH 43214

Diesel is an approximately 2-year-old Border Collie mix. He was rescued from a less than ideal (to put it mildly life), with several other siblings. He has asountded his foster family at how resilient and loving he is. He may have applications in progress, but is currently available. Diesel lived outdoors in the mud for most of his life, but clearly was just waiting for his chance at the good life, because he is adjusting wonderfully in his foster home. New place? Not worried. Car rides? Not worried. Thunderstorm? Not worried. Clipping his toenails? Not worried. Vet exam? Not worried. We think he possibly even....liked the vet? Or at a minimum, really liked the cheese he was given at the vet.... So far he has loved everyone he has met with "the goofy fire of 1,000 suns," according to his foster family. But he isn't pushy about it. He hasn't tried to steal food, he initially showed his excitement by jumping up, but after only a few corrections now sits SUPER enthusiastically in front of you to solicit attention. (though he's not above climbing in your lap to lick your face if you let him). He is an amazingly fast learner and was potty trained after just a few corrections in his foster home. Like most Border Collies, he does has a lot of energy, but is also excellent at chilling (with his legs out like a frog). We believe a fenced in yard will be best for him. He likes chasing balls, but doesn't really understand to bring them back. Diesel does well on a leash, so would probably be a good running / hiking / out and about dog. He is doing alright sleeping in a crate by his foster's bed at night, but we think he would really thrive in a house where he is allowed on the bed. Cuddling is his love-language. During the day he frequently hops up on the couch to sit on his foster mom and get intensive pets, then hops down and goes to sleep on the floor of his own accord when he's done. He does not appear to have interest in chewing or eating any non-food objects. He gets along fine with other dogs, though we also believe he would be fine as an only dog. Adoption fee is $375 and includes spay/neuter, microchip, fecal/deworming, vaccines and prevention up to date. Ohio residents only. STS is a foster-based and volunteer-run rescue. We do not have a physical location or set hours for you to meet dogs, and it does take time to answer each inquiry. All dogs are in foster homes and once an application is approved and a home visit is completed you will be able to schedule meet and greets with available dogs. We encourage interested individuals to get approved prior to searching as it helps expedite the process. A Petfinder inquiry is not a substitute for an application. For detailed information about our adoption process, including fees, please visit our website at http://www.stopthesuffering.org.