Bode

*ADOPTED*

Bode is a 6 month old aussie mix currently weighing about 30lbs. He is quite a lover and enjoys snuggling up on the couch with his foster mom in the evenings after getting the chance to run off his energy. He loves to run and play hard for a time but is on the lower end of the energy spectrum for a herding breed. His favorite pastime is playing with his doggie foster brother. Bode loves chasing him around the yard, wrestling and playing “bitey face”. He would thoroughly enjoy having a playful doggie brother or sister in his new home. 

Bode is potty trained and walks very well on a leash. He is a confident pup on walks and is not bothered by loud trucks, bikes or other distractions. He knows the basic commands like “sit” and “stay” and has a great recall, however he will need continued training as he is still quite young.

He is working hard to learn how to politely greet his foster parents and any visitors. He gets so excited that he struggles to remember his manners and jumps up. Bode is a bit shy when meeting new people, however he warms up quickly and remembers them the next time he sees them.

He settles well in his crate when his foster parents leave the house, however he does bark for a bit when crated at bedtime. He is continuing to work on this and benefits greatly from a good romp prior to bed. As Bode is still a puppy, he will need a home that is committed to continue working with him on household manners, commands, and greeting strangers. 

Although Bode has a high prey drive, he is respectful of dog savvy cats. He has been around small children and was great with them, however he does nip at the heels of his doggie foster brother when playing, so a home with no young children would be ideal. Bode is not much of a retriever, he would rather chase the other dogs around the field than go for a ball or a frisbee. He loves squeaky toys but can’t be trusted with stuffed plush toys as he has quite a taste for the stuffing. A fenced home is not a requirement providing Bode has alternative places to run and play. 

Bode is very treat motivated and just wants to please his people. With continued training, Bode will be a great all around family dog who will fit into just about any setting.