Meet Django!
Django is a bright, two-year-old mixed breed with a sleek black coat and white accents. This thoughtful boy, weighing around 50 pounds, is a smart and active companion who forms deep bonds with his people, celebrating their return home with enthusiasm. He's the kind of dog who thrives on both connection and purpose. Django loves to cuddle with those he trusts, leaning in for affection or curling up for a cozy nap. Once he feels comfortable and safe, his sweet, affectionate side truly shines.
Adventure is equally important to Django. He adores toys of all kinds and loves a good game of fetch. He enjoys walks, runs, and swimming, often proudly carrying a stick or ball as if it's his special job. His intelligence is evident in his love for training and learning. Django already knows many cues, including sit, stay, down, come, heel, place, leave it, drop it, no bark, and "ok" as a release cue. Practicing these skills with positive reinforcement keeps his mind engaged and happy.
Django experiences fear-based reactivity in certain situations, feeling uncertain around unfamiliar noises, unexpected distractions, or other dogs encountered on leash. He requires thoughtful management in public and benefits from a predictable routine and continued behavior support from an experienced pet parent. He also has a history of resource guarding with another dog around food, toys, or personal space. Meeting guests outside first and allowing him to warm up helps him feel secure.
Ideal Home
Django would thrive in a quieter, child-free, and cat-free home, likely as the only dog. He needs an active family who understands reactive dogs and enjoys training.
Ongoing Health
Django currently takes daily Fluoxetine to help manage anxiety.
Training & Support
Django requires thoughtful management when out in public due to fear-based reactivity and benefits from a predictable routine and continued behavior support. He has a history of resource guarding with another dog. Meeting guests outside first and allowing him to warm up is recommended.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Django is currently in Bend, OR. Long-distance adoptions are possible, and love knows no distance when finding your perfect companion!
