Jerry

Jerry is simply perfection on four legs. Despite not having the best start to life, he is the most loving, gentle and goofy guy. Unflappable in nature, Jerry has shown that he likes to tackle new experiences (and walks that he feels are too long) by flopping onto the ground and vocalising his feelings. He does sometimes require a motivational talk and physical re-positioning to get him going again! In his current foster home, Jerry is enjoying learning to swim, getting to know the resident cats, having regular bubble baths and going on adventures in the car.
He loves everything life has to offer, but loves nothing more than playing with his foster brother in the backyard. Seeing the happiness this brings to Jerry makes it clear that he would adore having another gentle, medium-to-large sized doggy friend to spend time with in his forever home. Since being in care, he has always had the company of either his human or canine companion, but may be just fine as an ‘only dog’ in a household where he gets a walk or two per day and lots of enrichment during hours spent alone (such as treat-release toys and an antler to chew).
At 43kgs, Jerry is a big boy who is blissfully unaware of his size! For this reason, he needs a family who will continue to provide him with training. He walks softly on the lead, but very occasionally reacts to other dogs (who are straining towards and/or barking at him) by leaping into the air with excitement. Jerry is learning to use his best manners and can also sit, drop, shake paws and wait for his dinner. He is still learning his name and is beginning to respond to it when called (whilst on a lead); he is not suitable for off-lead activities due to this and to his size.
Jerry is crate-trained and feels secure sleeping inside the house in a spacious crate. This loving and trusting boy spent much of his first year excluded from his family, so will only be re-homed to a family that will allow him to sleep in the house (not in a secluded area like a bathroom or laundry). Jerry has recovered well from recent surgery to remove excess cartilage from both elbows, and vets have advised that there should not be any lasting effects. He can engage fully in normal activity, bearing in mind that as a giant breed wear-and-tear on his joints does need consideration.
Jerry is the most beautiful soul. He has changed our lives in just a month, and will change that of the lucky person or people who become his forever family. We love this boy, and will only re-home him with the perfect applicant who can offer him the love, interaction, care and security he so deserves.