My name is Ruger!

I got Ruger from the humane society 10/18/24. They said he was microchipped and a stray and 8. But he seems 5 or 6. He knows how to sit lay down shake go away go to bed and stay. He's getting better using a lead leash and is pulling less but he still pulls. He is 85 pounds and strong. He is a great guard dog! Unfortunately he has tried to bite a few friends who he does not know when they are petting him. I would not have him around kids. He got used to my little dog who is 11 lb. He's a very good dog he's just a little bit too much for me and I don't want him biting anyone. He hasn't tried to bite me in about 5 weeks. But even when I would pet him too long or pet him if he was laying down sleeping He would growl at me and let me know he does not want to be pet. But now he is very affectionate and loves kisses and hugs from me. I am able to get on the floor with him and play with him. I'm working with a trainer to get him to not but people that are petting him for more than 2 minutes.