Rocky - Adoption Pending

Rocky is a lover not a fighter… unlike his heavy weight counterpart in the sylvester stallone movies, rocky is only a bantam weight, weighing a mere 20kgs. He has been with us for a couple of months now, and with some tlc, he has gained a couple of kilos. We think rocky is a whippet cross kelpie so will always be a fine boned dog. Rocky has learned a lot in the last eight weeks. He has been in the car, goes to the park every day to chase birds and the ball and is meeting new dogs and people all the time. As he came from a very quiet life he can still be shy of new experiences and will seek reassurance from his owner. A loving, quieter home with consistent leadership will ensure that rocky feels secure. Rocky can run like the wind, so daily exercise that involves some off leash time suits him best. On his off leash jaunts he continues to check in often and finishes his run by leaning against your leg for a pat. Rocky has been introduced to a household of four dogs in foster care and has made a close friendship with riley, the kelpie cross. He will fret when left alone, so must go to a household where he will have a doggy companion. Rocky has some wonderful traits. He doesn’t chew clothes, furniture or shoes. He listens to his owner and truly believes that he is part lap dog. He just wants to be with you and is incredibly affectionate and loving. He is learning not to jump up, but would be best with older children as he could easily knock younger kids down with his enthusiasm. Rocky only alarm barks when someone knocks on the door, but he does “talk” to you when wound up. He just can’t help those little whimpers of excitement when going to the park to play with dogs and people… it can all be a little too much for a dog like rocky who has experienced so little in his short life. Rocky has become well acquainted with our resident cockatiel, who often crash lands near or on him. His prey drive for fellow pets is very low which makes him perfect for a household with birds and smaller dogs. He recently played chasey with nano the chihuahua and was very gentle and aware of his size. Rocky can jump our four foot gate so good solid fencing over five foot high is essential. Rocky is a very loving and happy pooch who will thrive where he is a member of the family and involved in various activities inside and outside the home. His willingness to please makes him a great contender for obedience training, however, be warned, he is not the sharpest tool in the shed! he makes up for it with pure adoration for his people