Poor little Kahlua (8 pounds). He was owner-surrendered to the Lake County shelter because they were "unable to care for him". He spent a couple of scary weeks there, and then just as we got him, he came down with kennel cough. He went off to a warm foster home for LOTS of TLC. NOW he has fallen head over heals in love with his foster mom Carol... His notes say he is good with dogs and cats, but best in a home without young children.

Foster bio: "Kahlua is a loyal and loving little guy. He has a sweet face, is light as a feather, with long thin legs that support his light load. He doesn't have the playfulness of a puppy, but on the other hand, he's in his prime and is housebroken, easy going, low maintenance, calm and very smart (older dogs definitely learn new tricks). He likes to lay in the sun or on the couch or, even better, cuddle next to his people. He loves to give gentle kisses from time to time, and is a true companion dog.

Kahlua loves going out with his people for any adventure - a walk or a ride in the car. He walks very nicely on leash (with the requisite sniffing/marking stops), and happily greets all dogs that pass by him on his walks. He is a great car companion, sitting in the passenger sit and enjoying the ride. As sweet and easygoing as he is, he is no pushover. If he thinks a "stranger" is entering the house or approaching the car, he turns into a little gremlin, that takes everyone by surprise. It is easily avoided by letting him know the "stranger" is given access privileges by his person, and easily stopped when his person steps in. He also needs to feel comfortable with a new person before being petted. He needs to approach and sniff first (if he does) before any petting starts. This is also easily managed by alerting new people on the slow approach -- especially because he is so cute, that people want to start petting him as soon as they see him.

All in all, Kahlua is a good boy, and a ready and constant companion. Once he gets attached to you, you will be the light of his life, and he will be a wonderful addition to your life."