Bernese Mountain Dog puppies and dogs in Albertville, Minnesota

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Did I catch your eye? Learn more about me by reading my profile below; I just might be your new best friend! Apply on our website ( https://www.healingheartsrescue.org/adopt )  to  set up a private meeting or check below for my adoption event schedule.   Age: Approximately 2 years old Weight: 73 lbs Dog friendly:  Limited experience with other dogs while in foster home; previous owner reported dog park visits and play with a large breed neighbor dog. Cat friendly:  Unknown/not tested Kid friendly:  Yes, older considerate kids only Potty trained:  Yes Crate trained:  Working on it - does not like the crate, slowly warming up to the crate with crate games but door has not shut yet **PHYSICAL FENCE REQUIRED** Meet Ruby GB!!! Ruby is two year old bernedoodle that encompasses all of the breed traits. She presents as a bit more Bernese Mountain Dog than Poodle in terms of personality. She is exuberant, goofy, and joyful. She has eyes that will melt your heart and a sweet, funny gentle soul in a “bull in the china shop” body.  Despite being two, Ruby still has a bit of a puppy brain and temperament in a very strong 73 lb body.   Ruby has so many amazing traits.  She rides well in the car, she sleeps through the night on a dog bed beside the big bed, she rarely barks, and her introduction to new dogs is one of calm curiosity,  She is an excellent tennis ball catcher and returner, she loves her fluffy babies, she has yet to shred a toy and her foster dad says she is getting better at catching the frisbee everyday.  Ruby can be left free in the house (she does not yet trust a crate) for up to four hours reliably. Frozen soft dog food on her lick mat is her favorite and she knows that when the special treat comes out, that her people are leaving and that they will come back. She has demonstrated some interest in “people food” when her foster mom and dad prep meals but she puts herself in an adjacent room and rests calmly while they eat. Ruby is potty trained and has had zero accidents during her time in foster care.  Ruby is extremely food motivated and enjoys training sessions fueled by repetition, praise, and treats. She learns like a puppy and benefits from repeated short training sessions with high success and frequent rewards. She knows “sit”,  “down”, “touch”, “easy” and is learning “stand” and “wait”.  Her “wait” is up to 30 seconds within line of sight.  She is working on loose leash walking and is understanding that slack in the line=more walk/more sniffs/more treats/more praise.  She loves pets and is a champion couch snuggler. Seriously, if couch snuggling was an Olympic sport Ruby would be a gold medalist.  She will lean in for a hug and drape her body across your lap to get just a little closer.  Ruby GB, like all of us, is a work in progress.  Her greatest challenge is containing her joy when reuniting with you after you both have been apart.  She is a powerful jumper and may have difficulty inhibiting nipping in moments of intense excitement or joy.  She is working on “easy” in high excitement situations and taking treats with no teeth even when super excited or happy.  She is working on “four on the floor”(all paws on the ground) and pattern games with a high value treat has helped her understand that no jumps=sooner pets.  She gets better everyday. Her forever family will recognize and understand her sweet sensitive soul and offer patience, kindness, consistency, structure, and predictability.  They will need to continue to help Ruby learn and remind her she is safe.  They will need to help Ruby continue to develop her confidence and overcome some of her fears. She is cautious with some men and may need extra assurance that hands are only for pets, connecting leashes for walkies, and treats. Gates, doors, and thresholds, are still at times a source of uncertainty but each positive encounter is an opportunity to learn predictability and safety.  A commitment to ongoing positive reinforcement training and additional support for teaching Ruby about how to settle and be calm are essential.  If you choose to invest in loving and learning with this dog you will be rewarded with more joy than your heart can hold.   Adoption Fee: $795Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.INTERESTED IN MEETING ME? If you’d like to arrange a private meeting or begin the adoption process, please fill out an adoption application by visiting    https://www.healingheartsrescue.org/adopt   **Note on breed and age determination:  Breed and age are often determined on appearance, our own knowledge, veterinarian advice, and/or information from the sending shelters or previous owners.  Most of our adoptable dogs were previously stray dogs with little history, we can’t be 100% sure of a dog’s breed mix, and unless there is a specific date of birth listed, we can’t be 100% sure of a dog’s age. Additionally, our assessments of a dog's interactions with other dogs, cats, or children are based on OUR experiences. Your experience may differ.   ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES: Wellness check Spay/neuter (puppies adopted with required spay/neuter certificate) Age appropriate vaccines - rabies and distemper combo  Heartworm test if over 7 months of age Fecal test and/or deworming for parasites Microchip &#226&#128&#139 ~ Healing Hearts rescue will also provide dental procedures, bloodwork, surgeries, and/or any other additional vet work as needed while dogs are in our care. &#226&#128&#139~ Adoption fees are non-negotiable and fees are listed on the dog's profile ~ Adoption fees can be paid the following ways with the required sales tax added: Credit Card via Zeffy Cash WANT TO HELP SAVE MORE DOGS?   Healing Hearts Rescue is a nonprofit, foster-based rescue  located in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota  that  is 100% funded through adoption fees and donations .  We are excited for you to join us on this mission to save the lives of dogs in need.   We believe every dog deserves to be loved as true members of a family and are committed to fulfilling that dream one dog at a time! Sign up to foster, volunteer or donate on our website       December 29, 2024, 11:57 am