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Several months ago, we introduced you to Swiss, our cute and kooky Labrador Retriever mix who had been tied to a pole and abandoned. As we reported, because Swiss had canine bite marks on him, we were required by law to hold him in quarantine for six months to make sure that he did not have rabies.

Well, Swiss still has two months to go, but so far, so good! Swiss is an extremely playful and affectionate young man. He has been going to doggie school and has gotten his basic obedience down like: sit, down, stay and wait. He has also graduated from a training collar to a gentle leader (this is to prevent him from pulling ahead when he goes for walks). It turns out that Swiss is quite the ball player too. He chases and retrieves the ball like a pro. Now we're working on getting him to give it back!

Because Swiss is in quarantine, he can not play or socialize with other dogs. In a couple of months however, when quarantine is up, Animal League behavioral specialists will be working on getting Swiss doggie-socialized.

North Shore Animal League America would like to thank everyone for supporting Swiss and all the animals in our care. When Swiss first came to us, he was emaciated and withdrawn. We can not convey the pleasure we feel to see him grow into a happy, healthy dog.

Please continue to help us support Swiss and the countless other animals we help every day. It's because of you that Swiss is one step closer to finding a permanent, loving home.

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