Tank

Dear Southern Hope,

We wanted to write and give you and update on Tank. We noticed that his sister, Sugah, is still listed on your website as “available”.” We thought that by telling everyone about Tank, it might persuade a would-be-adopter to give Sugah a chance!!
Tank has grown since we adopted him 4 months ago and he now weighs about 85 pounds! He is such a wonderful dog and he really is a “tank!” He’s beginning to grow out of puppy hood and has been given many more freedoms around the house as of late. He is completely housebroken and crate trained. He cries by the back door when he needs to go outside. He sleeps all night in his crate and never whines or complains. He loves his big sister, Dixie, and they play constantly. He also loves playing with other dogs, big or small. He just finished his basic obedience training and passed with flying colors! He is also great with little kids. He is an excellent watch dog and has a very loud, deep bark which he is not afraid to use when strangers come by. I would classify Tank as a “power chewer” and we always have a hard, natural bone available for chewing so we have never had trouble with him chewing things he is not supposed to chew. He is a big cuddle-bug and loves curling up on the couch to watch TV. Although he is definitely part Labrador, he is much calmer and more laid back than any lab I have ever been around – but he still loves to play! He loves eating and will stand patiently by the pantry door when he wants to be fed.
I honestly wish I had room in my house for Sugah too, her brother has been an absolute blessing to our little family.
I have attached some recent pictures of Tank, including one of him sleeping with my friend’s 11 week old Jack Russell puppy! Hope you enjoy them!!


Thanks!
John Rotella & Melissa Gaynor