Meet Baron, a 60 lb husky/collie/shepherd mix who is as sweet as he is smart! Baron recieved some of the best qualities from his doggy ancestors: he's social and has a big personality like a husky, he's intelligent and eager to learn like a shepherd, and affectionate and loyal like a collie. At just over one year old, Baron still has a few puppy tendencies, but because of how eager to please he is, he is doing excellent with his training. Baron is fully house trained, crate trained (although he will complain about it at first just to remind you that he'd really rather be hanging out with you), and walks very well on a leash. His adopter should be willing to continue working on his training to make sure he grows into the best dog that he can be.
Baron is a high energy pup that would do best in an active home that can give him the mental and physical exercise he needs to thrive. Need a running partner? Baron is your guy! He makes an excellent jogging buddy and loves going for runs and walks with his people. He adores toys, bones, and doggy puzzles and even though he’s at his best when he has a job to do, he is able to settle and entertain himself. Baron is also extremely social with other dogs and would do great in a home with a playful doggy friend. During his time in foster, he has interacted with both male and female dogs, ranging from 25 lbs to 75 lbs, and has done very well with all! He could play all day if you would let him, but takes cues nicely from other dogs when they tell him that playtime is over. Baron still has some puppy mouthiness when he plays and likes to zoom around the yard when he is really excited! He is working on containing all that puppy energy in foster and we have already seen great improvements with time and structure, but for this reason, we do not recommend a home with small children for Baron. However, we think he would be great with older kids.
Baron is very food motivated and learns new things quickly! He has already undergone extensive training in his foster home, including a few scent work classes. Baron even knows a few tricks already, like sit, down, paw, and place. He was a complete rockstar at puppy class and would love an adoptive family who is willing to keep teaching him tricks to keep his big brain working. If you are willing to teach Baron something, he is always 100% onboard to learn from you. Baron truly is at his best when he is "working" and can channel his energy into doing something with and for his people. This boy is SMART and will make an amazing companion for a family who is willing to help him continue on the path to being the best boy he can be.
Baron is available now for adoption through Paws Across Pittsburgh (kl#16182). If this intelligent, active boy seems like a good fit for your family, apply today!
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