Edwin was owner surrendered to Judy.   He is housetrained, likes other dogs, he does get too excited with smaller dogs.  He does know the command sit and come.  According to his previous owner Edwin is very happy, playful loves to cuddle and loves children of all ages.  He enjoys sleeping with his family.  Favorite toy is a ball.   Edwin can be a bit of an escape artist so make sure there are no holes in the fence.  But he should be fine in the yard for a short time.    

Edwin came to us from a local animal control.  He is super excited every time you give him attention, and his whole bottom wiggles when he wags his tail.  Edwin knows how to sit and give paw. 

Center Update:  Edwin is so happy and good natured that Judy loves to take him places.  They went to Miracle on 1st Street in downtown Sanford and he was in heaven!  Edwin got lots of attention and made an older woman in a wheelchair cry.  Edwin went right up to her and put his head in her lap. He had no fear of the wheelchair; he just saw someone who needed some doggie love! 

Foster Update:  Edwin is awesome.  He is one of the most gentle dogs I have been around, very calm for his age.  He loves to snuggle and share his love.  He just looks at you so sweetly.  Edwin has a gorgeous coat and very soft.  He does not mind his bath and he hardly sheds.  He loves to go outside and explore.  Best of all he is 95% house trained.  We have had him a week and only two accidents and they were in the first two days.  Edwin is great with kids, great with dogs and he is very intrigued by the cat.  He follows the cat to try and figure her out but has never shown any signs of aggression. I have only heard him bark once, and that was when someone was walking down the sidewalk by our home and he was not sure of them.  Edwin could fit into just about any family dynamic and do just fine.

You may ask how we came up with "Border Collie" for his breed, but his behavior, tail and fur.  Edwin does have a tendency to herd the other dogs he's around. 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Border Terrier was originally bred in the Cheviot Hills area near the border between England and Scotland to help farmers drive predatory foxes from their dens and kill them. This sturdy little fellow has long enough legs and enough stamina to keep up with a horse, even though he is quite small. The bold little Border Terrier has also been used to hunt marten, otter and the fierce badger. As with most terriers, the Border Terrier gradually began to be taken into the home. Today due to his winning personality, adaptability and friendliness, the breed is highly esteemed as a companion dog, yet he can still serve as a fine farm dog, helping to control vermin. The Border Terrier is alert and lively, but mild-mannered. Especially affectionate with children and wants to please, so it is relatively easy to train. A hardy, scruffy little terrier and a bold hunter. Socialize them well and get puppies accustomed to loud noises and city situations while they are still young to avoid excessive timidity. It will bark, but it is not aggressive. They might even go home with a burglar! Puppies are very active, but they will mellow as adults. Border Terriers like to dig and must be securely fenced in. Many owners use free-standing dog runs or additional reinforcements along the bottom of their fences. They may get themselves stuck in tight holes, though they can usually wiggle their way out. They are not trustworthy with hamsters, rabbits, rats or birds, but tend to get along with other dogs. If the puppy is raised with cats, family cats will not generally be a problem. The dog shouldn't be trusted with other people's cats however. If you have two Border Terriers, it is best to have a male and a female. This breed does not do well when left alone all day. They are economical to feed, for they will thrive on a cup of dry dog food per day. They have a life expectancy of 15 years or more.