Welcome to Rocky's favourite season, fall, where the leaves are crunchy, the air is crisp, and every day is a good day for a little treat! This friendly pup is a social butterfly who loves meeting people and being part of the action. If there's a friendly face nearby, Rocky is probably hoping to say hello. Rocky also believes that no proper fall outing is complete without a snack. He's always happy to enjoy a treat here and there, especially if it comes with some attention from his favourite people. Whether he's strolling through the neighbourhood admiring the changing leaves, making new friends at the pumpkin patch, or settling in after a busy day of autumn adventures, Rocky is ready to make the season a whole lot sweeter.
If your ideal fall includes a friendly four-legged companion by your side, Rocky would love to be your newest seasonal tradition!
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE:
63 lbs
HOME TYPE:
Any.
CHILDREN:
Yes - Younger children with large dog experience potentially compatible.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS:
Yes - Potentially compatible with proper slow introduction.
OTHER DOGS:
Yes- Dogs potentially compatible.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:
High - Moderate: Will need daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:
Potentially compatible with a first-time dog owner. Rocky's new family should be willing to work on weight management and make sure he is getting enough exercise daily. Rocky can also be vocal at times and may need his new family to help him become more comfortable being alone.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:
Training recommended to work on socialization, basic training, manners and possible separation anxiety.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER:
Rocky is a friendly and social dog!
FAVOURITE THINGS:
Loves going to walks and treats!
For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
At HSKWSP we do not assign our dogs or cats with a breed as we cannot guarantee the specific breed that they are. All dogs are labelled as small, medium and large breed and cats are labelled as DSH, DMH and DLH based on their characteristics.
***NOTE*** Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
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