Buster #bundle-of-love Boxer & Black Mouth Cur Mix Houston, TX

LOVES BELLY RUBS AND GIVES KISSES

Est. DOB 10/8/18, Weight ~ 65 lbs

I'm Buster, a sweet, happy, eager-to-please, playful Boxer/ Black Mouth Cur mix fella who loves "marathon" belly rubs and snuggling for hours with my human dad on the sofa or the bed. When he sits on the floor with me, I love to lie across his lap and give kisses.

I'm very loyal and doting with my human dad, with whom I've bonded tremendously, and I follow him everywhere. I'm respectful and trustworthy with children outside the coffee shop and on walks. A bonus is that I have a very soft mouth when I take treats and toys.

Speaking of walks, I love them! But, True Confessions - I'm working on my leash manners so I don't get overly stimulated by cats, squirrels, or certain other dogs. I really enjoy the company of most other dogs, whether playing or lounging around together. Moderate exercise not only stimulates me physically but mentally too.

I've been through obedience training and I "sit," "down," and "place" on command (for the most part). The trainer says that I'm a quick learner because of my treat-motivation. I've had a rotating cast of dog walkers, and they all applaud how people-friendly I am. With proper introductions, I meet new people and strangers easily - with the exception of people who ring that annoying doorbell.

I've come a long way from when I was rescued at BARC, Houston's City shelter. You know, there are advantages to adopting an adult dog like me who's past the stage of puppy-craziness. I'm crate-trained and know how to use the doggy door. I'm not a digger and I don't destroy anything that isn't a toy -- other than a couple of pillows. I've been a loving adopted canine brother for many months but now my canine brother's anxiety has gotten worse, to the point where it is hard for us to be together therefore it's better that I find a new home since he was here first. So, I'm available for adoption again!

If you're looking for a big, gentle boy who's a bundle of love, I fit the bill!! And I'm flexible - I can live in an apartment as long as I get adequate exercise or a home with a backyard for chasing the tennis ball. I'd love to be the star of the show and get all of your love, i.e., not have to share you with another dog in the home, but I'd still like going to Day Care, the dog park, and play dates with my canine friends. Arrange to meet me, and remember, I've never met a stranger!

To see more pictures and videos of Buster (in his foster home) on Instagram, click on this link, https://www.instagram.com/p/CSXPp9wjkqH/

To see more pictures and videos of Buster (in his first adoptive home, at the dog park, and at the boarding kennel where he is fostered), click on this link to his Flickr photo album, https://www.flickr.com/photos/72942520@N00/albums/72157718792539252

HOPE ID D20-1231-0029

If you are interested in Buster and would like to fill out a Dog Adoption Application, please go to: http://www.homelesspets.net/adoption-forms/dog-adoption.php . Submitting an application does not obligate you to adopt from us but it initiates contact with us and gets the process started. If you have questions prior to filling out the application, email us at lisagilchrist16@gmail.com and a HOPE volunteer will get back to you.