My name is Goofy and I am a snuggly, playful, good-natured boy. I’ve been working very hard and am about 85% potty trained. I’m eager to please and a fast learner, not to mention very food-motivated. I play very well with other dogs, get along well with children (age 4 and up so far) and aside from some food-guarding (which I’m confident I will outgrow in time), I have no signs of aggression or trauma. I am crate-trained, although for the time being I share a small space with my foster brother instead of a crate when left home alone and when sleeping.  We play a lot - I love tug, wrestling and chasing. I have not been exposed to cats yet so I don’t know if I’d like them but I would love to be in a house with another dog!  I walk very well on a leash, and I will bark at people and dogs I see on our walks but not out of aggression. It’s more to alert them and you that they are there and I see them. I believe I could be redirected with the right training. Speaking of barking, I’ll bark excitedly when I see you preparing my food, when you walk in the door after being gone a long time, or for a bit when I’m left totally alone. Occasionally I’ll bark during play or if a delivery person comes to our door and I don’t think anyone has noticed. I don’t bark all day or for no reason.  I’m sure a lot of my barking is due to some lingering anxiety from lots of change and I think that will settle with consistency once I know I have found a place and people to call home. Overall, I’m such a sweet, special boy and I know I will bring so much joy and love to my new family!  

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