LOKI

Male, 5 years, 40 lbs

LOKI is 40 pounds of love and affection. He is approximately 5 years of age with a smooth, easy to maintain, black and white coat. LOKI adores people. He can think of nothing better than being loved on. In fact, he rolls over for belly rubs or stops at the door, turns around, and insists on pets before going out to do his business. He absolutely loves the attention and seeks physical contact companionship any time of day or night. We had friends over for game night, and we were very proud of how he behaved when meeting so many new people all at once.

LOKI gets along well with other dogs, big or small. He loves to run and play, following his foster-siblings around wherever they go. When little puppy Coral visited, he took a special liking to her. Otherwise, he spends much of his time equally among foster siblings Perkins, Skittles, and Jack. Loki does show some herding tendencies and will try to round up anything on four legs. He pays far too much attention to the kitties and they are not fans, thus he may be best in a home free from felines.

LOKI loves to play. One of his favorite games is playing fetch with a tennis ball. He will bring the ball back, but he is still learning to “drop it.” It’s almost like he is teasing you to get it from him. He has also never met a Frisbee he doesn’t like. He will run around the yard with it, playing keep-away while getting other dogs to chase after him.

LOKI is at his best when his people are around. He can get anxious when we leave the house, though he is doing much better than when he first arrived. It is as if he were left alone a lot in the past, with not enough of the interaction and socialization he craves. He is more settled now that he knows he has the other dogs to lean on, and that we are coming back and will engage when we do. We also discovered he is much better off in a plastic crate than he is a standard wire crate.

LOKI travels well. If he sees an open car door, he will hop in expecting to go for a ride. He generally rides in a crate but would probably be fine riding in a harness or seatbelt. LOKI is also house and crate trained. He has not had an accident in his foster home. He sleeps quietly in his crate all night, generally not making a peep until we are up or the other dogs are ready for morning business.

LOKI sits on command but then will try to scoot closer to latch onto your leg and slowly crawl up your body if you let him. While he likes giving hugs, we are working to curtail that trait as it seems more of an effort to “hold on” than show affection. It is a work-in-progress, but he does understand “Off” and will respond. LOKI is a very active boy and acts much younger than his age, yet he does respond to “Settle” or “Enough,” going to lie down on one of the dog beds.

LOKI may enjoy popular dog sports like agility, nose work, or even Treibball. Training is fun with him because he is equally praise and treat motivated. LOKI’S recall is quite good. Call his name or give a sharp whistle and he comes running. Loki can be sensitive to a harsh voices, so calm, clear direction works best with this boy.

LOKI is a sensitive boy who needs the right mix of love, patience, and positive experiences to continue confidence building. He will do best in a home with at least one other dog that can pal around with and be his mentor. If you have love in your heart, the time he’d enjoy, and you understand the needs of a sensitive border collie, LOKI would love to meet you. Include him in all your activities and he will reward you ten-fold.

LOKI is micro-chipped, neutered, heartworm negative and on preventative, and up-to-date on vaccinations. If you have an approved Northern California Border Collie Rescue & Adoptions Adoption Application (https://norcalbcrescue.org/adoption/adoption-application/) and wish to inquire about LOKI, please email us at Adoptions@norcalbcrescue.org. If you do not have an approved application, or it has been over a year since applying, please fill out a new application here Adoption Application.

LOKI is being fostered north of Corning in Tehama County, CA