Pretzel is a big, lovable boy with amazing features and the sweetest heart. His ears are truly a spotlight, one up, one out, operating independently, which is incredibly charming. Add in his perfectly patterned brindle coat, a cartoon-like head tilt, and a happy, wiggly presence that's impossible not to smile at, and you have Pretzel! He 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. 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. Pretzel 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. 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 currently a puppy in a big body. He gets so excited when offered affection and can occasionally jump up and get a bit mouthy. While he's not trying to hurt you, this is something that will benefit from structure, redirection, and consistency. He would do best with a medium-energy dog who can tolerate his learning curve and help show him appropriate play.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.
Training & Support
Pretzel can occasionally jump up and get a bit mouthy when excited. He knows how to sit and is very food motivated, which will make training effective and fun. On leash, he is strong and enthusiastic, especially when meeting new dogs, and needs a confident handler. He can be a bit pushy with other dogs, but he understands clear corrections and guidance. He has shown promising signs with cats, approaching with curiosity and then disengaging.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Adoption fee is $900 and includes all vetting, vaccines, spay/neuter, flea/heartworm prevention, microchip, a Martingale collar, a health certificate, and transport.
- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
Transportation
Pretzel is located in Texas. We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. This includes drop-off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI, and Canada. Transport includes real-time tracking and photo updates. A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
