Harry (D2461)

Mixed Breed.

Harry is a very intelligent dog who is described by his ex foster mum as “a gorgeous, gorgeous boy, but a very energetic and active one at that”! He’s a big bundle of goofy puppy love. “He even collected an egg for me one day! I leave the chook gate open during the day and he wandered into the yard, carefully collected the egg and brought it out. I found him with it on the lawn....I think the plan was probably to eat it - BUT I grabbed it, rinsed it and put it in the fridge! Ha! Couldn't believe such a large dog could be so gentle!”

So, we have gentle, smart and funny. But because he’s so smart and because he is a dominant type puppy, he will need two things to make sure he continues to be the fabulous pet that he is for his foster carer who is a strong pack leader.

Firstly, he will need experienced dog owners with strong boundaries. The order of the pack is very important to a dog like Harry. If his carers allowed him, he would put himself in charge and that’s where problems happen. He will need to be with a strong pack leader and to know that he comes at the bottom of the pack - normal dog language, really.

Secondly, he will require a lot of stimulation to amuse that clever brain and to wear off his energy or he will get up to mischief. He will need a daily walk. He’d do really well living with a more dominant, playful dog too so he can wear off some of his energy in the backyard. Harry is great with kids and other animals (he’s currently fostered with 2 dogs and 3 cats ). But we think he’d be best suited to an older family with children over the age of 12 who will be capable of maintaining the strict boundaries Harry needs.

He will love consistent and ongoing training. At the moment he can sit, stay and come back when called. \ Harry loves the water and one of his favourite outings is a trip to the beach. \ Like most other dogs, Harry can’t just be left on his own in the backyard otherwise he will become destructive. He needs to be fully included as part of your family.

Live far away? Harry can fly! Qantas Air Freight sponsors SAFE very generously, so flying him is incredibly cheap, quick and very simple. We regularly fly animals around WA and interstate for adoption.

Harry has all the makings of a brilliant pet – if he has the right environment. If you’re willing to make this commitment to Harry, he will reward you with unconditional love and loyalty.