Boy

Meet Boy❣️

This handsome young Border Collie is playful, loving and intelligent. Unfortunately Boy is deaf. He will absolutely soar in the right home, where he can continue to learn using alternate methods of communication. He responds to some basic hand signals , but his ideal family will help Boy establish boundaries; continue to learn appropriate communication skills; and follow the guidance of our trainer who will support Boy in his new home❣️.

Boy is dog social out and about, and loves humans. For now though, as he transitions into a new home, he may be best as an only dog. He loves to play with his ball and would enjoy having a backyard to explore. Boy will benefit from some additional lead work, but he does love his walks 🐾 and is eager to please.

We are looking for a family who can commit to embracing Boy’s hearing impairment and helping him live a full life regardless! AINB will provide full support and training.

He is untested with cats. Boy likes to chase dogs who are chasing cats, but we’re unsure if he would do this himself. Boy is friendly with everyone he meets, but we’d suggest no young children (older teenagers ok) as he will startle if he is snuck up upon when resting.

Boy needs a home where people are mindful of potential reactions from a deaf dog - if he is startled, he could nip. Open spaces are best for this boy (open plan home). He is just the best boy when you are communicating with him.

He loves his toys but can be possessive of them, so currently he is only having access to his toys when he is outside, so that inside means relax...

Needs 1.5m-1.8m (5ft to 6ft) fences.