Introducing Nikita, a gentle soul with a heart of gold, seeking a loving forever home where he can flourish and thrive.
Nikita is currently shining in a foster home, where he's learning to navigate the world with curiosity and love. While he's initially timid around new people, Nikita's heart opens up once he establishes trust, especially with women. With patient socialization efforts, he's gradually learning to embrace new experiences and build confidence in unfamiliar situations.
In his foster home, Nikita enjoys the company of cats and has developed a playful friendship with them. He's also great with older children, although he may feel uneasy around younger ones due to their energetic nature. However, he's making positive progress by being exposed to various environments, such as baseball games, where he's learning to be more at ease around children.
Nikita's daily routine includes enriching activities like swimming in the pool, playing fetch with his beloved rubber chicken, and engaging in spirited wrestling matches with his human siblings. He's an inquisitive pup who delights in exploring his surroundings and cherishing moments of affection with his loved ones.
While he's still refining his leash manners and can be reactive on walks, Nikita is diligently working with trainers to overcome these challenges and become a well-mannered companion. He's mastered basic obedience commands like sitting and shaking paws, eager to impress with his intelligence and eagerness to learn.
Nikita's ideal home would be with someone who can provide ample playtime, companionship, and understanding of his need for gradual socialization. He thrives in an environment where he feels safe and loved, with opportunities for daily walks and engaging activities to keep his curious mind stimulated.
With his gentle nature, intelligence, and willingness to learn, Nikita is sure to capture the hearts of his future adopters and bring endless joy and companionship into their lives. Don't miss the chance to welcome this sweet soul into your home and experience the unconditional love he has to offer!
PUPPIES AND OTHER HIGHLY-ADOPTABLE DOGS DISCLAIMER:
Puppies and other highly-adoptable dogs (small dogs or desirable-breed dogs) at APA! are very high in demand and usually have several interested adopters. Inquiring about a dog, meeting a dog, and even applying for a dog does not guarantee that you will be able to adopt the dog. Only one household will be able to adopt each dog, which means all other interested households will inevitably and unfortunately be disappointed. Please consider this in your search and set your expectations accordingly. Please also consider that adult dogs do not typically have competing adopters, and they need furever homes, too! Additionally, APA! does not allow the adoption of dogs who are related (e.g., littermates or mom and pup) to the same household for behavioral reasons.