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Hi, I’m Titus.<\/p>\n

I’m a shy and gentle boy who loves quiet spaces, soft beds, and the company of patient humans.<\/p>\n

I am working on being house-trained and also working on crate-training. It’s very easy to put me into my crate but I don’t like staying there too long. I need a crate to help me feel safe as I build confidence. My foster mom teases me and calls me Houdini because I like to escape from my crate and pen.<\/p>\n

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This is Titus. Can you give him a home?<\/p><\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n

I live with my foster brother, Tucker, and we play great together. I might be more suited to a home with another dog to teach me how to become more confident. I like to play rough, but I don’t like overly energetic or pushy dogs because they can be overwhelming for me.<\/p>\n

I’m not quite ready for full walks yet but, based on how well I walk around the house and yard on a leash, my foster says I’m already a natural at heeling. I will stick right by your side and try really hard to do the right thing.<\/p>\n

I will make a loyal, sweet companion and I’m a really great listener. Do you have room for me in your home?<\/p>

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