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Hugo is a young, large mix breed with a big heart and even bigger personality! He adores people—so much so that being left alone can be a struggle for him. Hugo experiences separation anxiety and is currently on anti-anxiety medication, which has been beneficial, but he will need ongoing training and patience to help him thrive.
As a typical guardian breed, Hugo can be protective and reactive toward other dogs, especially when they’re barking or approaching his handlers. However, he plays well with high-energy, young dogs that match his exuberance. That said, his play style can sometimes be a bit much, so a sturdy, playful canine companion would be ideal.
Hugo is still growing out of his puppy manners and is working on impulse control. He has some adorable quirks like jumping up and mouthing, which he’s learning to curb with training.
If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion and are ready to help Hugo reach his full potential, he’s ready to meet you!
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 58 Pounds
HOME TYPE: No apartments or shared wall homes - he can be very vocal at times (Separation anxiety)
CHILDREN: Yes- older children. This is due to his lack of manners, as he can be mouthy and jumpy.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially compatible with other dogs of similar or larger size & energy (no smaller dogs)
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: Family with previous owned large dog experience required, family with separation anxiety experience or knowledge required as he can be vocal and destructive when left alone.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: Minimum 2 in-person training sessions to work on the following; Basic training, Basic manners including jumping up and mouthing, Impulse control training; Learning settling and disengage, Work on over-stimulation, Resource guarding, Reactivity, and separation anxiety.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social and content to interact with anybody he meets but has a high drive to work and learn with people
FAVOURITE THINGS: Puzzles, training, treats, frozen enrichment, being outside
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
Hugo is a young, large mix breed with a big heart and even bigger personality! He adores people—so much so that being left alone can be a struggle for him. Hugo experiences separation anxiety and is currently on anti-anxiety medication, which has been beneficial, but he will need ongoing training and patience to help him thrive.
As a typical guardian breed, Hugo can be protective and reactive toward other dogs, especially when they’re barking or approaching his handlers. However, he plays well with high-energy, young dogs that match his exuberance. That said, his play style can sometimes be a bit much, so a sturdy, playful canine companion would be ideal.
Hugo is still growing out of his puppy manners and is working on impulse control. He has some adorable quirks like jumping up and mouthing, which he’s learning to curb with training.
If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion and are ready to help Hugo reach his full potential, he’s ready to meet you!
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 58 Pounds
HOME TYPE: No apartments or shared wall homes - he can be very vocal at times (Separation anxiety)
CHILDREN: Yes- older children. This is due to his lack of manners, as he can be mouthy and jumpy.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially compatible with other dogs of similar or larger size & energy (no smaller dogs)
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: Family with previous owned large dog experience required, family with separation anxiety experience or knowledge required as he can be vocal and destructive when left alone.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: Minimum 2 in-person training sessions to work on the following; Basic training, Basic manners including jumping up and mouthing, Impulse control training; Learning settling and disengage, Work on over-stimulation, Resource guarding, Reactivity, and separation anxiety.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social and content to interact with anybody he meets but has a high drive to work and learn with people
FAVOURITE THINGS: Puzzles, training, treats, frozen enrichment, being outside
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your envirnoment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your envirnoment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society
Location: 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2B 2E9
Phone: 519-745-5615
www.kwhumane.com
Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society
Location: 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2B 2E9
Phone: 519-745-5615
www.kwhumane.com
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We reunite families with stray pets, find new homes for pets, and care for the stray animals of Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford, and Perth
We reunite families with stray pets, find new homes for pets, and care for the stray animals of Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford, and Perth
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