Pretzel Radar Ready

The ears must be acknowledged first; they truly deserve their own spotlight... truly. One up, one out, they operate independently of each other. Basically, these ears have separate plans for the day, and it is so stinkin' charming. Add in that perfectly patterned brindle coat, a head tilt that feels straight out of a cartoon, and a happy, wiggly presence that's impossible not to smile at... this is Pretzel, a big, lovable boy with amazing features and the sweetest heart.

Pretzel is estimated to be around 1-2 years old and weighs about 72 lbs. He appears to be a bully mix, but as always with rescue, breed and age are our best guess. What do we know for sure? Underneath all that size is a dog who is still very much a puppy at heart. He's eager, smart, responsive, and wants to do the right thing. He is incredibly people-oriented and adoring. He checks in with his handler often, leans into you for connection, and clearly looks to his person for guidance. There is a soft sweetness to him that makes you all Team Pretzel immediately. He's not stubborn or defiant; he's learning. And when you show him what you want, especially with a treat in hand, he is all in and a master in no time.

Ideal Home

Pretzel is a big 'ol puppy still learning the social ropes with other dogs. He is excited to meet new dogs and can easily coexist with other dogs, but he doesn't quite understand boundaries yet and can be a bit pushy on occasion. He would do best with a medium-energy dog who can tolerate his learning curve and help show him appropriate play. He has shown some promising signs with cats, approaching with curiosity and then disengaging. He met our house cat and was a perfect gentleman. If you are interested and have cat(s), we are happy to set up a Kitty Committee Sleepover to get a more thorough understanding.

Ongoing Health

All vetting, DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, and a microchip with free lifetime registration are included in the adoption fee.

Training & Support

Pretzel can occasionally jump up and get a bit mouthy when excited, but he is not trying to hurt you. This will benefit from structure, redirection, and consistency. He already knows how to sit, and with a little follow-through, that skill will become a great tool to help him settle and make good choices. He's very food motivated, which is going to make training both effective and fun. On leash, Pretzel is strong and enthusiastic, especially when meeting new dogs. He will pull and needs a confident handler who can guide him and help him stay focused. Once corrected, he checks in nicely and is able to walk more calmly. With a little work, he is going to build on those leash skills, surely becoming your awesome walking companion.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.