Meet Zuko – Your Loyal Adventure Buddy!
Zuko is a 1.5-year-old, 80-pound shepherd mix with a big heart and an even bigger personality. He’s an active, muscular pup who loves to play hard. Roughhousing, tug-of-war, and tearing into his favorite toys are some of his daily joys. But after playtime, he’s the first to curl up on the couch or in his bed for a good nap. When he’s ready for affection, he’ll nudge his head into you and plop right down for some love. Zuko truly is a big love sponge. He’s protective, affectionate, and highly intelligent. He listens to a variety of commands and thrives when he knows what’s expected of him. His current family cares for him deeply and wants nothing more than to see him in a home where his physical and emotional needs will be fully met.
Ideal Home
Zuko would thrive in a home with older children or teens, as he has had minimal exposure to small children and can get startled by sudden movements due to his size and strength. He needs a large, securely fenced yard to burn off energy and an experienced dog owner who is familiar with large, strong breeds and committed to maintaining consistent training and structure. Zuko is not a good fit for doggy daycare or highly social environments with many unfamiliar dogs due to his rough play style and possessiveness over high-value toys. His future dog sibling should be confident and able to set boundaries.
Ongoing Health
Zuko is up to date on vaccines, vet care, neutered, and microchipped.
Training & Support
Zuko is house trained and knows the command “Wanna go potty?” He’s also crate trained and responds to “Go to crate.” On walks, he does well with guidance and the right collar setup, responding to “Heel” when he needs to refocus. He’s spent the past year in professional training, and his current family recommends that his new home continue with them for consistency and a smoother transition. Zuko can be possessive of high-value toys and bones, especially when another dog approaches.
Application Details:
Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Zuko is located in [Insert Location Here]. Transportation may be available to approved adopters within a certain radius. Please inquire for details.
