Duke

MEET DUKE – A BIG BOY WITH AN EVEN BIGGER PERSONALITY! 🖤

2-year-old | Desexed Male | Rottweiler

This handsome boy is Duke, and he’s looking for a very special person to call his own.

Duke is a lovable, affectionate goofball of energy who absolutely loves being involved in everything his people do. He’s incredibly loyal and protective of his family, loves a good belly rub, and is happiest when he has a job to do. He’s a boy with plenty of drive, motivation and potential just waiting for the right person to bring it out.

Duke has previously participated in obedience and agility training and knows his basic commands, including sit, stay, down, wait and come. He’s eager to please and thrives when given direction and purpose.

But we’re going to be honest about Duke, because finding the right home is more important than finding just any home.

Duke is a big, strong, high-energy boy who can become overexcited and boisterous. His manners need further work, particularly around jumping up, greeting people and managing his excitement.

He has also demonstrated dominance and inappropriate behaviour around other dogs, including a bite incident involving another dog during a training session. For this reason, we are seeking an ONLY-DOG HOME where he can be the centre of someone’s world without the complications of sharing his space with other dogs.

Duke has lived with young children and is affectionate with his family. However, due to his size, strength and excitable nature, we would prefer a home with older children who understand how to interact appropriately with a large dog.

A little more about Duke:
🐾 Affectionate, loyal and very people-oriented.
🐾 Loves toys, balls, tug and interactive play.
🐾 Enjoys obedience and learning new things.
🐾 High energy and needs meaningful daily exercise and mental stimulation.
🐾 Can be destructive when left without adequate outlets.
🐾 Can bark at visitors and people approaching his home.
🐾 Has not been exposed to cats or livestock, so compatibility is unknown.
🐾 Enjoys being brushed but needs further work with nail handling.
🐾 Currently accustomed to spending time outdoors in a secure fenced yard.

What are we looking for?

An experienced Rottweiler owner who understands the breed, appreciates a dog with drive and confidence, and has the time, patience and commitment to provide ongoing training and structure.

Duke doesn’t need someone looking for an easy, laid-back companion. He needs someone who enjoys working with their dog, can provide clear boundaries and consistency, and understands the importance of responsible management.

His owner describes him as a beautiful boy who deserves more than simply spending his days playing behind a fence. He has so much love to give and so much potential, but he needs the right person to help him succeed.

*** The $300 adoption fee will be paid to Iron Dog Rescue direct*****