Name: Luka Fee: $700 Location: Vancouver
Approx Birthday: 5/3/2022 Sex:Male Breed: Formosan Mountain Dog x beagle Weight: 14 kg Length (head to toe): approx 45cm Height (chest to base of tail):approx. 40cm Spayed/Neutered?: Yes
Special need: No Previous Injury:No
Food Type: Kibbles Food Brand: Toma-Pro Eating Habit: Twice a Day
Leash Manners: Loose leash walking Current Walking Habit: Tolerates Crating?:Yes, but will bark if only he is confined and other dogs are free roam Potty Habit: Outdoor, Pee pads Basic Commands: Sit Ever been Alone in Home: Without Dogs or People
Kid Friendly: 4/5 Friendly. Does not actively approach and seek affection, but accepts them if it happens. Leaves when the children are being inappropriate and rude. Dog Friendly:5/5 Very Friendly. Actively approach and seek play. Does not get put off by rude actions from puppies or dogs. Understands social cues and leaves the dogs that don’t want to play alone. If being attacked, can appropriately standup for self and leave safelyCat Friendly: unknown – hounds can have the innate drive to hunt/chaseCurrently Lived with a Cat?: No Difference in Treating Indoor/Outdoor Cat?:No
Barking: 3/5 Barks out of boredom and would want human and dog companion. Improves when given good exercises and stiimulation Chewing: 3/5 Loves to chew and is destructive. Can be redirected to other chew items but need to be supervised to be safe. This is also a puppy chewing phase. Will improve with proper management and stimulationSeparation Anxiety: 1.5/5 Boredom related barking not related to people. He needs stimulation and a dog companion may be one of the easiest solution
Fear for Adult Men: 1/5 Very Friendly. Actively approach and seek affection. Fear for Strangers: 1/5 Very Friendly. Actively approach and seek affection. Fear for Traffic: 1/5 Very comfortable in walking on a busy street. No reactions even when walking pass busses, construction vehicles, or other large/loud motor devices
Activity Level: 3/5 Medium energy – needs at least 2 hours per day of combination of intense exercise and leisure walks Velcro Level:3/5 Somewhat cuddly but is independent. Enjoys being petted, head, on people. If seeking for affection, the request is polite and subtle. If the humans leave, does not actively seek attention Prey Drive: 3/5 Medium prey drive – likes to stalk, chase, and hunt but almost never succeed.
Luca is a friendly and lively Formosan Mountain Dog cross Beagle with a playful spirit and a loving personality. He is great on leash and off-leash and feels comfortable around people and other dogs. While not recommended, he is able to tolerate sudden and rude petting from strangers on the street (see video). He is a happy and affectionate dog that enjoys spending time with his human and other dogs.
Luca’s lively temperament and loving personality make him a perfect companion for families who are looking for an affectionate and playful dog. He is adaptable and intelligent, and he thrives in different environments, which makes him an excellent pet for those who enjoy spending time outdoors. Whether playing in the yard, going for walks or runs, or simply lounging with his human family, Luca is always up for a good time.
In terms of his health, Luca is in excellent shape, with all of his vaccines up-to-date, and he is regularly dewormed to ensure his good health. He has completed hip x-rays to screen for any hip-related issues and has been screened for patellar luxation, which shows that he is free from any physical limitations. Luca has also passed the 6 tickborne disease combo, 4Dx test, including heartworm screening, and he is dewormed regularly, including flea and tick prevention, internal deworming, and heartworm prevention.