Pretzel is a big, lovable boy with a charming personality and the sweetest heart. His ears are truly something to behold, with one up and one out, operating independently! Add in his perfectly patterned brindle coat, a cartoon-worthy head tilt, and a happy, wiggly presence, and you've got a dog who is impossible not to smile at. Pretzel is estimated to be around 1-2 years old and weighs about 72 lbs. He appears to be a bully mix, but like all rescues, his breed and age are our best guess. What we know for sure is that underneath his size is a dog who is still very much a puppy at heart. He's eager, smart, responsive, and genuinely wants to do the right thing. He is incredibly people-oriented and adoring, often checking in with his handler and leaning in for connection. There's a soft sweetness to him that makes you instantly become Team Pretzel. He's not stubborn; he's learning, and when you show him what you want, especially with a treat, he masters it quickly.
Ideal Home
Pretzel is a puppy in a big body, so he can occasionally jump up and get a bit mouthy when excited. He needs a home that can provide structure, redirection, and consistency to help him with these puppy manners. He would do best with a medium-energy dog who can tolerate his learning curve and help him understand appropriate play.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the description.
Training & Support
Pretzel needs continued guidance with manners, including jumping and being mouthy when excited. He is very food motivated, which will make training effective and fun. He already knows how to sit, and with follow-through, this will be a great tool for him to settle and make good choices. On leash, he is strong and enthusiastic, especially when meeting new dogs, and needs a confident handler. He will pull but checks in nicely with corrections and is able to walk more calmly with work.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Pretzel is located in Texas and can be transported nationwide via Wags' USDA certified transport system. Transport drop-off locations include 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.
