SMUDGE

02/21/26 13:21 MHMeet Smudge! Smudge is a friendly, high-energy boy with a big personality and an even bigger love for toys—especially balls! He greets people with full-body wiggles and is especially excited to see familiar faces. He’s very easy to handle, has done great for medical exams, and knows sit, stay, and shake. He’s very treat motivated in calmer settings and responds well to verbal cues during play.Smudge’s favorite thing in the world? A big ball in the yard. He’ll happily chase, push, and carry it around (sometimes all the way back to his kennel!). He doesn’t reliably retrieve yet and can get a little grabby with toys if overexcited, so continued positive reinforcement and structured play (like two-ball games) will help him succeed. No guarding has been observed.He’s easy to leash and exit the kennel but can pull strongly when excited—especially on the way to playtime. Once outside, he’s focused and engaged with his toys. He has shown friendly, appropriate interest in other dogs through the fence and has not displayed reactivity.Shelter life has been a bit frustrating for Smudge, and he can become vocal and wiggly in his kennel when people approach. He’ll thrive in a home that provides regular exercise, enrichment, and continued training to help channel his energy in positive ways.Smudge would do best with an active adopter or rescue ready for a fun, toy-loving companion who’s eager to learn and always ready to play.