Bucky is a 2-year-old, 35 lb shepherd mix with a big heart and an even bigger love for people. This brown-and-black cutie is the total package—equal parts playful energy and snuggly companion. He’s very well house trained and will politely sit by the door to let you know when he needs to go outside. He also does wonderfully when left alone (even uncrated!) for 6–8 hours—no accidents, no anxiety, no barking, just naps and chew time with his favorite bones. Bucky is friendly with people of all ages and does great with kids, making him a wonderful family dog. He has had positive interactions with other dogs, and a slow introduction is always recommended. He is not a good fit for a home with cats.
This sweet boy has a medium-to-high energy level—he enjoys daily walks, playtime, and mental stimulation, but is just as happy to curl up next to you for cuddles afterward. He loves chewing on bones, going for walks, and being brushed. Some of his adorable quirks include dancing, resting his head on you, offering his paw for attention, showing his belly for rubs, and even doing a little “army crawl.”
Ideal Home
Bucky’s ideal home would be one where he gets a good balance of activity, love, and continued guidance—whether that’s with a family, a couple, or a single adopter. He is not a good fit for a home with cats.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are noted in his description.
Training & Support
Bucky is enthusiastic and can pull on walks, and he does have some leash reactivity toward other dogs, but he's making great, rapid progress with training! He’s smart, eager to please, and already knows commands like sit, stay, come, off, and no. He responds well to both food and affection, making him an ideal student.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- We review each application in the order submitted and will contact you within 72 hours (please check your spam folder for our emails).
- If the pet looks like a great match, we'll schedule a meet and greet and ask you to fill out our online Adoption Agreement if you'd like to proceed with adopting.
- Once you've completed the Adoption Agreement and pay the pet's Adoption Fee, you can arrange to pick up your new furry family member!
- A home visit will be scheduled within one week of your new pet going home with you.
- The adoption fee for Bucky is $400.
Transporation
Bucky is located with Animal Rescue of the Rockies.
