Everyone, Meet Riley Beau!

So…yes, if you read my tags-I am now a foster mom to another coonhound! I wasn’t going to foster right now. Life is a mess crazy chaos interesting until October, but who could say no to this sweet boy?  I’m fostering for the American Black and Tan Coonhound Rescue, which is where I adopted Daisy.

So, a little about Riley. He is almost 9 years old and was owned by the same woman his whole life. She adopted him as a puppy from a rural shelter but passed away recently. Riley is NO fan of cats so the lady’s surviving family wasn’t able to keep him. I figured an older dog who has already lived in a house would probably be ok with my busy work schedule right now, and I was right-Riley is doing great.

Riley is a very sweet, and very spoiled guy. It is obvious he was very loved by his former owner and I think he pretty much got what he wanted when he wanted it. We are working on him learning to wait on things (he has a tendency to demand bay if I take too long for his liking). He has pretty good house manners overall although he will counter surf if given the opportunity. The only thing he loves to destroy is his toys, oh yeah, and Daisy’s toys too. LOL  He loves a kong even if it’s stuffed with just plain kibble and will play and chew on an empty one.

Riley gets along with other dogs. I was so worried about he and Bella would get along but it’s mostly pretty good. She was super bitchy the first few days, raising her lip and growling if he came within 3 feet of her. Riley gave her the time she needed and didn’t push too hard to be her friend and now they get along just fine! Daisy has taught him that there doesn’t have to be a squirrel in the tree in order for you to bay at it. They run out together and check on the trees and make sure the back yard doesn’t have any furry intruders. Riley LOVES kids! He will start “playing” by asking for a belly rub but if you want, it can end up in a good wrestling match.

Although its obvious Riley has lived in a home he doesn’t have much formal obedience. He knows “sit”. Yep, that is his long list of known commands. Right now, I don’t mind that since his house manners are good and he doesn’t pull on the leash much or jump on me. Right now we are mostly working on the demand baying. It happens when he wants in or out of the house. It also happens if I’m getting ready to go. He stays in the hall and looks forward to his kong when I leave, so much that he starts telling everyone. He’s learning that he has to be quiet before he gets the kong.  In two weeks he has learned that after meals, he can stay quiet in his crate until everyone is done. He used to just stand and bay at me wanting to get out because he was finished. Don’t get the wrong idea…overall Riley is actually a pretty quiet guy.

The one thing I LOVE is Riley is a snuggler!! Daisy will cuddle if she is in the mood but Riley is always in the mood!! He also likes to sit on the couch with me at night and hold my hand. It makes it hard to type, but I love it anyway.

If you know anyone looking for a great family dog let them know about Riley! He really has the best mix of calm inside/play outside and is past both the crazy puppy stages and stubborn teenager phase. The rescue is also able to coordinate transport. Here is the link to his adoption page:  Rileys Page

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  1. Fostering was a very rewarding experience for us! Enjoy your time with Riley! 🙂
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  2. P.S. Good luck to Riley finding his new home!
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  3. Oh, isn’t Riley a handsome guy:) Love the last smiley photo. Hope he gets his forever home soon. He sounds like he’s coming along really well with your help.
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  4. What a good looking pup. And good for you on smoothing his manners out a bit.

    Older dogs are so wonderful. They’ve gotten over all their terrible puppy manners. I hope handsome Riley finds a forever home soon.

  5. YESH – good for you – what a handsome boy! I’ve fostered for ABCTR, too – my bluetick lives up near St. Louis now, a Bloodhound is adopted, too – wonderful organization. Yep, you have a household; glad they all found their niche with each other!
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  6. Harooo Bella and Daisy! Glad you’re back. I’ve missed yaz! Your new foster bro Riley B. sounds like a great guest! Sendin him wishes for that special peep to take him to his new furever home soon. 🙂

    Waggin at ya,
    Roo

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