Simcoe, ON - St. Bernard. Meet Murphy a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

St. Bernard

Color

Brown/Chocolate - with White

Age

3 years 9 months old, Adult

Size

X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more (when grown)

Weight

150 lbs (current)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

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My details

Good with kids

Not good with dogs

Not good with cats

Purebred

Needs experienced adopter

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Available for Foster to Adopt or Adoption

This boy is so sweet despite his past life. He needs a patient hand, a calm household and an experienced owner. If you have XL breed experience, and know the breed, this may be the boy for you!

Name: Murphy
Location of dog: Hamilton, Ontario
Breed: Saint Bernard
Weight: 140-150lbs
Gender: M
Spayed/Neutered: Appointment Booked
Age: 3
Energy Level: Low
Medical (shots etc): Up to Date
Microchipped: No, will be at time of neuter
Good with dogs: No, possibly just dog selective with reactivity
Good with cats: No
Good with kids: Yes, due to size probably need to help him understand to be gentle with young kids.
Good with strangers: Yes
Guarding Issues: None, possibly toy guarding with other animals but nothing with humans
House Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: No
Destructive: No
Leash skills: Excellent with no distractions, upon distraction he can become excited, pull and bark. We are working on distraction training.
Okay with manipulations: yes, very treat motivated
Known commands: Sit, Stay, leave it, Down, Gentle/Slow, Wait
Behaviour Issues: Needs work on his confidence and shows signs of dog reactivity, requires a family who will continue to work with him on these behavior issues.
Medical issues: No known medical issues
Other Observations:
From Foster: Really sweet, Loyal, Caring family dog who loves to cuddle. Learns very quickly. Loves to be by your side. Likes to play ball in backyard and go for walks. Loves his naps as well. He is ok being left for the day as well and will be very excited for your return home. He is the definition of a big gentle giant!

For more information, please contact us at
Jen@fightagainstbreedracism.com or Kari@fightagainstbreedracism.com

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