Hi, I’m
WALTER!
I’m so glad you’re here! I have GOT to find a home that sees me at my goofiest and just smiles because that’s who I am. I love playing with my dog friends, and my people friends, and my soon to be friends… and well, everyone! Sometimes I don’t know how big I am and can be a bit intimidating because I’m just so EXCITED! Maybe you can match my excitement and we can be excited together?
More about WALTER
Walter is an adolescent puppy, whose big feet are a little bit everywhere all of the time. He is working on growing into his playstyle and learning how to be a good dog, not just an adorable one. He loves leaning into you when you pet him. His favorite toy is the balls that are slightly oversized and he uses his big feet to bat them around like a cat.
With the youth Walter is learning his basic cues, as well as leash and doorway manners. He is still a puppy, so a bit distractible at times, but he is quick to return to his handler and get back into the groove of leash skills. Doorway manners help him learn impulse control and we all know how hard that can be!
Walter LOVES to run around in playgroups. His ideal play pal would chase and be chased, with a little bit of light wrestling. He is definitely an overexuberant puppy on first greeting, but responds well when the girls tell him that he is doing too much. He can rile up the group if left to run free, so we help him take breaks when needed.
Once he’s nice and tired, Walter enjoys taking naps on the couch or in the sunshine. Or settling in for a little massage while leaning on his people. He really enjoys getting full body pets, especially on his ribs.
Youth insight:
He’s so big I sometimes forget he is a puppy and is still learning.
Walter is my favorite because he is so happy to work with you
DETAILS
Breed: Doodle
Sex: Neutered male
Size: 50lbs
Age: Appx. 10 months old
Gets along well with many other dogs (meet & greet is required)
Loves people!
Special Considerations
Walter came to POOCH with some considerable matting. We gave him a gentle groom, and have worked on his body handling for grooming needs. We highly recommend you build a relationship with a groomer you like before he needs another groom, to help maximize positive experiences. Depending on the coat length he is able to maintain, you will need to visit a groomer somewhere between every 3 to 6 weeks.
Adoption Details
Neutered
Fully vaccinated (Rabies, DHPP, Bordatella, Canine Influenza)
Will go home with a leash, harness, toys, a bed, two monthly doses of flea/tick/heartworm medication (value: $60), and a week’s worth of food
Adoption Fee: $350