Niles

HOUSEHOLD- Meet Niles, a handsome young pup searching for a loving home to call his own. He could suit a variety of different households including families, singles or couples and has shown us no concerning behaviour to make us think he would have any issues living with younger children. He displays normal puppy excitement and would require initial supervision with children but the worst we have seen him do is urinate when super nervous or excited (a common behaviour they tend to grow out of)!

ON-GOING TRAINING- Niles is food motivated and keen to learn! He has shown good handler engagement and would love an owner who is passionate about training and/or dog sports. He can already ‘Sit’ on command and is taking to ‘Lay’ like a duck to water.

ON LEAD- Niles has no idea of what he should be doing on a lead yet, but loves going out exploring. He will just need more time to get it all down pat and has shown signs of being a great walking buddy.

PLAY/TOYS- In the facility Niles will play with soft or squeaky toys in his kennel but is easily distracted when out of his kennel. He seeks handler interaction easily and we feel that once he is in a loving home, his true passion for play will be revealed.

OTHER DOGS- Niles has really enjoyed canine interactions and could be suitable to live with another canine companion. He will require a meet and greet to make sure he gets along well with any new housemates but from what we have seen, he would be best suited to a well socialised canine companion who can help him learn proper doggie manners.

CATS/OTHER ANIMALS- Niles is cautious of the cats in the facility and requires handler support when they are nearby. He has shown no concerning behaviours towards them and we feel that he would be suitable to share his home with a feline friend.

CARE/GROOMING- Niles has a nice short coat that will be easy to maintain with weekly brushing, monthly bathing and monthly nail clips. In the colder months he may need a warm winter jacket to help keep him toasty warm when outside.

EXERCISE- He is a moderately energetic pup and will require daily walks that can be built up in distance over the next year. He will also require game time in the backyard and a relaxing snuggle post exercise, to help teach him how to unwind.

NUTRITION- Due to his age and high nutritional needs whilst growing; Niles is being fed 2-3 feeds daily and will need to be on a puppy diet till around 1 year of age.

Breed- DOB 18/2/2024 Labrador Mix

Niles is located at our Erina Shelter. His $800 adoption fee covers microchipping, desexing, lifetime registration, current vaccination, flea and worming treatments PLUS Puppy Preschool Classes.

If you think Niles would be a perfect fit for family, please lodge your adoption interest online.