About Me
They call me Chuck, and I am a 7-year-old guy who needs a very special forever home. You see, when I came to CBHR, I had some fear-induced aggression, like growling and snapping, as well as other anxiety. A canine behaviorist says I probably have doggie PTSD caused by previous mental or physical trauma, as well as separation anxiety.
I’ve had a rough life, and my tail was apparently broken at some point, so it’s kind of crooked. I tend to react better with women than with men, at least at first. I probably would do best in a home with no children or with older children who understand my boundaries.
My current foster family has worked with me for about six months, and a vet has prescribed some meds that help with my anxiety and fear/aggression problems. I’m so relieved, because now I can work to be my best self.
Now that I’ve had time to settle in, I’m relaxed and affectionate with my foster mom, and I’m warming up to Foster Dad as well. I am talkative when I want attention, and boy, do I love to play a good game of fetch with my toys. Walks in the woods are one of my favorite things, and I love to ride in the car. And I’m housebroken!
I can be a great dog, but I will need a foster family who can meet me halfway and respect my boundaries, which are the result of things I couldn’t control. There are times I just want to be left alone. I’ll let you know when I want some love, but I also will let you know when I’d rather not be touched. My crate and my dog bed are my “safe zones,” so I don’t like to be bothered when I am there. If you respect my boundaries, I can be affectionate and sweet, although I’ll probably never be a lapdog or a cuddler.
I’ll need time to adapt, so excuse me if I slip up a bit, and I will probably need to be on medications the rest of my life because of the mistreatment I experienced early in my life.
It’s very important that you only use positive reinforcement, because raised voices and negative reinforcement bring back my anxiety and could trigger my fear-based reactions. Please be patient with me and understand that none of this is my fault, as I really want to be with a loving forever family.
I get along well with a laid-back, 13-year-old basset in the household, and I have made great strides since coming to my foster home six months ago. I know I am asking a lot, but I also know there is a special family out there who can bring out the best in me and help me live my best life.
If you have that special something, contact CBHR and ask more about me, Chuck.
December 6, 2021
