My name is Schmidt - Kitchener!

Schmidt is a lovable pup who may start off a little nervous, but don't let that deter you, he's eager to win you over! Much like the stylish and charming character from New Girl, Schmidt has a such a lovable personality!

Once Schmidt feels comfortable, you'll discover a loyal companion who loves to snuggle and show off his playful side! With a bit of patience and understanding, he'll transform into the confident goofball you've always wanted. This sweet pup is looking for a loving home where he can feel safe and secure, just like the friends in the loft. If you're ready to help him build his confidence and create a bond filled with love and laughter, Schmidt is the perfect match for you.

So why wait? Open your heart to Schmidt, and let the adventures begin!

~ Schmidt is a high energy pup looking for an active home that will be able to take him on lots of adventures once he is comfortable
~ Schmidt can be on the shy / nervous side and will need his new family to be patient and take things slow with him
~ He is looking for a single person, couple or family with children that have previously lived with a large dog
~ He will need to be signed up for training prior to going into his fur-ever home to help him learn some of his basic manners and help with socialization

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

Explanation of Behaviours:
- Schmidt is an active and high-energy dog that will need lots of daily exercise and enrichment.
- He can be nervous/shy with new people, in new situations and in new environments. His new family will have to gradually and positively introduce him to the world around him.
- Once Schmidt becomes comfortable with people he can be jumpy.
- He is under-socialized and will need his new family to work with him on socialization.

This dog would benefit from:
- An active home
- Training and socialization
- A adult only home or a home with adults and children who have previously lived with a large breed dog
- Regular grooming

Training needs/behaviours that need to be worked with for this dog:
- Socialization
- Basic training
- Basic manners
- Confidence building

**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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