Melody

Hi there! Melody here--thanks for clicking on my profile!

Favourite things:
1. FETCH
2. Sleeping near my people
3. WALKS
4. Learning new things (do it for the treats, I say)
5. FETCH. Yes deliberately here twice because it is THE BEST.
6. Belly rubs. I mean, who doesn't?

Best qualities
1. Food motivated and fast-learner = highly trainable.
2. Super soft coat
3. Obedient and loyal
4. I put myself to bed, no joke.
5. My farts are THE WORST, so you can have someone to blame if you let one slip.
6. A smile that will melt your heart, or so I'm told.

I need to work on:
~ Socialising. During my early years I was not given opportunities to meet dogs, people, or experience the world so these unfamiliar things make me nervous. I am improving everyday, so I would be grateful for your patience. (I have been doing much better on lead and have also made progress meeting other gentle big dogs. Training will help me improve my confidence.)

Skills I have: sit, stay, down, drop it, fetch, bed, roll over. We are currently working on "leave it." Toilet trained. Improving on loose-lead walking. I'm afraid of loud, sudden noises.

You have:
1. A big, open heart to welcome me
2. A big fenced-in yard for me to play in
3. No other pets
4. Space for an indoor dog

Some stuff from my foster carers:
Melody can be fearful of strangers but is won over easily with a gentle voice and kind disposition.
She has previously lived with an 8 year old boy and often keeps him company playing video games. She has also lived in the company of a bunny (in his hutch).