My name is Stetson - Stratford!

Meet Stetson, our lovable extra large breed mix with a heart as big as his paws! This sweet boy is looking for a forever home that can provide him with the love and patience he needs to thrive.

~ Stetson is a bit nervous and still learning the ropes, so he needs some help with basic obedience, including working on his tendency to jump up or mouth. With the right guidance, he'll grow into the best boy he can be!
~ One of Stetson's unique traits is a minor hind leg deformity that gives him a charming, extra swing in his step. But don't let that fool you-he's just as active and playful as any other pup!
~ Because he's still a puppy and in the process of learning, Stetson's new family will need to sign up for three in-person mandatory training sessions. These sessions are designed to help him become the well-mannered, confident dog he's meant to be.

Stetson would thrive in a calm yet active home where he can continue to learn and grow. If you're ready to open your heart and home to this sweet boy, Stetson is ready to bring joy and love into your life. Adopt Stetson today and start a beautiful journey together!

Regularly Exhibited Behaviours Noticed:
- High Energy
- Nervous/Shy
- Very Fearful/Nervous
- Mouthy
- Jumpy
- Under-Socialized

Explanation of Behaviours:
- He is an active and high energy dog, his new family will need to provide him plenty of daily exercise, enrichment and training.
- He can be nervous of new people, in new environments and in new situations. His new family will need to be patient and help him become more comfortable with these things and help him build his confidence.
- When comfortable with people he can become jumpy, mouthy and/or pushy for interactions or attention.
- He is under-socialized and will need proper positive socialization to the world around him at a pace he is comfortable with.

This dog would benefit from:
- Active but quieter home
- Family with or without older children
- Lots of training and socialization
- Lots of time and attention


Training needs/behaviours that need to be worked with for this dog:
- Basic training
- Basic manner (jumping up and mouthing)
- Socialization
- Sensitivity to new things


**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions

**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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