Are you looking for an affectionate, good natured, lovable and playful family member? Well Bruno is the guy for you!
Things about me you might like to know:
Breed: Staffy Mix
Color: Tan and white
Size: 45 pounds
Age: 1-2 years
Activity level: Medium
Things I do in my free time: I am an avid bird watcher! I am happy to nap, play with toys, balls, bones or my foster brother, as well as follow my foster mom around while she is doing chores around the house. I love to find sticks in the yard and run around to show them off! If I see a sprinkler on I like to run right into the spray to play and drink the water.
Things I know: Sit, wait, recall, potty outside, leash walking. I am playful and can be a toy destroyer, if you let me. I settle down just as fast I get excited. If you are on the couch, chair or bed I will be happy to snuggle right up with you. I have been more attached to my foster mom, than dad.
Things I am working on: Jumping up on my human friends when I get excited. I could use some work on boundaries with other pups, I sometimes don’t know when to stop because I am SO excited. That has improved a lot since I have been with my foster family. I get a little scared and submissive if you yell at me when I am doing something I should not be doing. I am not a fan of the vacuum cleaner and bark when it comes out. I am a smart guy and very treat motivated!
Kennel: I will go to my kennel when my foster family is away from the house. I whimper a bit at first, but do not have kennel anxiety. I go in just fine with a treat and like to have a chew bone or toy. I have spent time out of my kennel for shorter periods of time when my foster family is gone and did well. I do not stay in the kennel at night, I am happy to just sleep on the couch or on the bed (if you will let me). Be prepared to hear some snoring! I love to snuggle up in a soft blanket.
Potty training: I am 100% potty trained. What a good boy!
Kids: I currently live with a 15 and 17 year old. I have been around teenage children and will jump up when excited. I have not had exposure to smaller children since I have been in my foster home. I do not always realize my size and power so littles might not be for me.
Dogs: I currently live with two male pups. I have learned to respect the older pup’s signals and lack of tolerance for my energy on occasion. I can play hard with my younger foster brother and do not always pick up on when he wants me to stop.
Cats: Unknown but b/c I like birds so much I might be too much for a cat.
Car Rides: I am an excellent passenger. I am happy to ride shotgun or backseat. I do not get car sick or have any car anxiety. My foster family uses a harness with a seatbelt attachment when we go for car rides.
Walking: I am doing well with leash walking. I do like to pull sometimes. I am not reactive to dogs and am happy to meet new people. I can definitely use some general obedience training – all dogs do and I am a young dude!
What to expect when you adopt me: If you welcome me into your home you can expect me to be a faithful friend and snuggle buddy for life. I will be happy with daily exercise. A fenced yard where I can run when I get the zoomies would be great!
Additional information: I am from Minnesota, sadly my previous owners left me in a parking lot. Thankfully I was rescued by Animal Control and safely placed into rescue with “Spot’s Last Stop”. I cannot wait to find my furever family!
