OWEN
09/09/2017
Male
Large : Larger than 45 lbs.
Hound- Sleek cream jacket, tan oval spots near hips, tan at base of tail, around face and ears. 53lbs
HISTORY: Owen was pulled from a high kill shelter when space became an issue. At the prior shelter, he had taken up with a family as a stray but they could not keep him long term
MEDICAL NOTE: Owen has limited range of motion in his left hip likely due to an untreated older injury. He takes daily meds to manage his pain. Owen runs and plays like any normal, happy dog and the limited range of motion in his hip does not slow him down…at all!
Owen gets super excited when he sees volunteers heading his way, because he knows they will take him for a walk and maybe take him to the arena. He is a jolly, happy dog who just loves to play with toys! A note of caution though; he will tear his way through stuffed toys pretty quickly, so tough toys (especially with a squeaker) are the way to go. He is treat-motivated, which always makes training much easier. He takes his treats very, very softly, and he has mastered the “sit” command. He can be strong out of the gate, raring to go, but once he burns off the excess energy, he’s a model walker. When Owen is running out in the arena, he is a beautiful sight! He can get very excited meeting other dogs, and he hasn’t quite mastered the art of politely introducing himself to them, but that is something that can be worked on through training. Owen has a have limited range of motion in his left hip likely due to an untreated older injury. He is on medication for pain off and on. Owen runs and plays like any normal, happy dog and the limited range of motion in his hip does not slow him down…at all!
A Word from Owen:
Howdy folks. It’s me Owen. I love to play! I love my toys!!! I also like to chase tennis balls. Folks have commented on how I can seemingly self- entertain for long periods of time if given just a few simple toys. I will carry and throw toys around and then roll on my back in great delight. Still can’t believe the good fortune I have come upon in winding up at CFC! I’ve never met a stranger and I’m told I’m graced with a super sweet disposition typical of many hounds. I’ll admit, I get very excited when I see someone heading toward my pen with a leash. I get so excited it’s hard for me to focus on what I’m told. But I sure am enthusiastic with my affection! If I really like you, I’ll nuzzle my head into you like a hug. I can be a little reactive towards strange dogs and loud noises. I LOVE going for car rides! I hop right in and even flop on my back in delight as I settle in for an adventure. Won’t you take me for a ride…to your house?”
What I Need in My Home:
Toys, toys, and more toys…preferably the tough kind, though I love tearing the others apart! I need a loving owner who has plenty of time to play with me, and one who knows the value of structure and a routine. I don’t like new dogs that I don’t get the chance to meet properly, but after I do meet them we might just be friends. Elementary age children and older would be great for me, but cats look like little toys to me, so best not to have those in the household. A lot of new things at once would overwhelm me, so a simple home would be best. A session or two with a trainer would quickly help me bring my energy under control!”
Update Dec 2025 Update From Trainer Wen: Owen continues to be a professional excavator and he is still quite proficient! He also is quite stealthy at hiding his coveted possessions. Recently, I gave Owen a Kong stuffed with yummy goodies. Later that day, I went to retrieve it. I looked all over for this kong yet could not find it. As I was searching to no avail, Owen seemed rather pleased that I did not find his stashed prize. I assured Owen that I only wanted to restuff the kong and return it to him. He was having none of it. 2 days later I was walking a dog back to her enclosure near Owen. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Owen chewing on “his” Kong. I finished what I was doing and went over to Owen’s space to get the Kong. Once again the Kong was nowhere to be seen. Game on. After sneaking around for the better part of a day, I was able to catch him with his prize. Knowing that he would likely stash it away somewhere rather than give it up, I negotiated a trade. Old Kong for new Kong. Sold. This guy is very cunning.
Update Fall 2024: Owen continues to love his stuffed toys, and is still a very sweet and happy guy. He has mastered how to get into the toy box in the arena so he can pick just the right one. Very keen. One of his favorite toys right now is a Kong Jumbler. Recently, we discovered a new hidden talent. Approx 1 month ago, Owen began barking at his dog house and avoiding going in it. All of us here at CFC, investigated what could be the cause to no avail. Several days later we saw a large black snake exiting from underneath his house. Although we could not find anything there previously, Owen knew there was an unwelcome visitor in his enclosure. Perhaps this guy has a future as a snake detector. Owen continues to enjoy a good dig. He has graduated from small holes to rather large ones. He really likes when we cover them up, so he can immediately begin to excavate them. I think in his new forever home he would like his own digging/sand box. Owen is a gentle guy since the day we met and happily welcomes new people into his life.
