Monty on Dogster!

Monty is now on Dogster! Feel free to visit his profile, and cross post it to anyone you know who might be interested in adopting a sweet little boston terrier boy!
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1003168

How do I adopt Monty...?

If you think Monty might be a good match for you, I suggest filling out an Online Adoption Application. The application is in no way binding, it helps us further the adoption process and figure out if you and Willy are a good match.

I also highly recommend putting down a deposit via Pay Pal along with the application. A deposit shows that you are serious and the dog will be put on hold for you until the adoption process is completed. It doesn't guarantee approval, and if for any reason the adoption does not go through, the deposit will be refunded to you in full.

Visit Monty on Petfinder.com to read more about Willy's adoption fee, etc.

Monty's first 2 weeks...

Monty has now been here for almost 2 weeks, and we have had a chance to get to know him better...

He is such a sweet calm guy! He gets along wonderfully with all of our dogs, including our pushy young male. He puts up with rough housing without any protest, only when stepped on has he occasionally growled, but I think I would have too if I were him! He doesn't really play with the other dogs, but thoroughly enjoys their company! He's run along when they chase each other through the house, and he especially likes to snuggle in one giant pile on the couch!

The warning we had been given was about his mouthiness, which has turned out to be no issue at all! Most likely, he has previously never been taught bite inhibition, so he will "grab" your hand when he wants something, but it's very gentle and absolutely NOT a bite!! He is a very sweet gentle dog who just wants some guidance. With a quick "ah-ah" he catches the drift very quickly! He's a clever dog who just wants to please...



We don't feed him people food EVER! In my opinion this is a bad habit for any dog, the same rule applies to our dogs as well as all our fosters. In Monty's case, not letting him eat from the table will help him learn not to be so food obsessive. We were warned about his food obsession (very common for former stray dogs), and we still feed him in the den to keep things calm. I highly doubt that he would fight for any food, but we're also not gonna rush anything. We are teaching him to sit and wait for his food, and he is learning quickly! All this will help him become calmer around food.

He can be a bit pushy with affection. Again, he probably never had any rules in his previous life. So we are pretty strict with him pushing for affection. If he jumps on the couch and tries to get in our faces, he is gently asked off the couch without incident, and when he is calm we invite him back up and he gets snuggles! Again, he is catching on very quickly!

We were also told that he does not like to get picked up. We have gently picked him up when necessary, and although he stiffens up and doesn't particularly enjoy it, he tolerates it. I wouldn't recommend picking him up all the time though, since he is uncomfortable. Gentle desensitization is key!



He also let him give him a bath without protest! Like many dogs, he wasn't exactly thrilled, but he let me bathe him without incident, and there were no areas of his body that he seemed uncomfortable with (the bath is a good place to check for sore joints, sensitive areas, etc.). And he LOVED getting towel dried after! He just soaks up any affection he can get!

He does seem to have some slight food allergies. On a regular diet his stools were a little loose, his coat looks a bit dull, and tends to be a bit oily and his skin flaky. He also licks his paws a lot, which can be a sign of allergies. We have switched him to a hypoallergenic food (grain-free duck/sweet potato), I will update in about a week or so when he's had a chance to adjust, and we'll see if it makes any difference...

Monty is a very easy foster and we adore him! He is very calm, never barks, 100% housebroken (not a single accident!), wonderful on a leash... He's probably better off in a home without young children since he does tend to be a bit mouthy, and a child could mistake it for him being scary. He would do great in a home with other dogs, we have been told that he chases cats though. A home with some rules and boundaries would be the ideal for him, and he will make someone a wonderful pet!

Adopt Monty!

Monty is our current fosterdog who just arrived here today. This is his stoty on Petfinder.com":


Monty will require an experienced person to adopt him - he was traumatized during a trial adoption and has not been the same since. His foster mom, a behaviorist in training, is working with him and hopefully he will learn to trust again soon...

- Adoption donation is $100
- Located in Portland, ME.
- 21 lbs,
- Approx 4-7 years old
- Up to date on Bordatella, Rabies,and 7 in 1 shots.
- Heartworm/lyme/erlichia NEGATIVE!
- Children: not tested
- House trained: YES
- Good with other Dogs
- No cats!

Beaumont is a wonderful dog! Quiet, laid back and friendly to all the dogs here. He just wants to be someone's best buddy. Housebroken and is now 21 lbs. Just wants to sit beside you. Walks very well on the leash. Just a great dog!!
Monty gets along fine with the dogs here, is crate trained, housebroken. He has never chewed anything here.

- Monty should not be picked up as he does not like it. Maybe due to the scar on his shoulder.
- He should not be on anyone's lap as he is unpredictable when asked to get down.
- Monty should not be fed any food by hand as he will try to put his mouth on any available hand, not always gently, as he is always looking for the treats.
- Monty takes time to wake up if sleeping on the couch or his bed. He should be called to come to you as he is unpredictable if you approach him to wake him up or touch him.

He needs to have rules so that he does not try to be the leader. I feed him in the crate. He is not a needy dog and is content to just hang out sleeping or looking out doors or windows with the other guys. No cats for him.

I will updating shortly on his progress!