Duke

Duke is ready to adopt

Currently located in viewbank Victoria

I am Duke and I am a 2 year old staffy cross. My foster mom tells me I am the handsomest boy in the Northern suburbs. Look at my pictures and you will agree!

I love people, and I love cuddles and getting pats. My favourite thing to do is to chill on the sofa, while you watch TV. I will happily share my big bed with you, and snuggle up for a cuddle when you need it. I am learning to sleep in the crate, and I can snooze in there for a few hours when my foster mom goes out. I might bark for a bit when she heads out, but I eventually settle in my crate while I await her return. I am not destructive when left alone and haven’t chewed a single slipper or cord. I know how to toilet outside, and if you have a doggie door, that would be awesome. I don’t have one now, but I can hold it until my foster moms lets me out.

My energy levels are in the low-medium range, and I love my nana naps. I am always happy to go for a walk (or run if you up for it) but at the moment, I get 1-2 short walks/ sniffaries a day. I am learning how to walk like a gentleman on a leash, and if there are no dogs around, my loose lease walking is good. If there are dogs around, I get over stimulated and will try and pull you over to meet them. I can react negatively if dogs get too close. For this reason, I need to be in an only dog household. I will be starting training soon, to learn how to keep my cool when I see dogs out and about on a walk. I have learnt basic commands in 3 weeks and can sit (and stay) and I am learning recall and to come on command.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE food and I am not fussy with food. Food left on a table is just a challenge to me so don’t leave me in a room when food is within my reach. My foster mom is teaching me table manners but what can I say, I am a hungry boy. I was on the skinny side when I arrived but I put on 3-4kg and I am a healthy 23kg now.

I love riding in cars and I am always up for an adventure. If you are ready for me to part of your family, put in an application and we’ll be in touch.

Summary

Great with people (not tested with kids or cats)

Loves to snuggle with humans

Knows basic commands

Only dog household

Toilet trained

Almost crate trained

Can be left alone at home (have trialled 4-5hrs)

Walks well on leash but can be reactive to dogs (undergoing training soon)

Rides well in car

To have a meet and potentially adopt this special boy please fill in the form below.

https://foundhearts.com.au/forms/adoption-application-form