Rex

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Rex is 8.5 months old, at such a young age, he has already found himself homeless and in the pound, he is not coping well, and we want to get him out and into a forever home ASAP before he deteriorates.

Rex is a gorgeous boy who loves humans, he doesn’t have much in the way of manners and will jump up to gain your attention. With the help of treats, Rex quickly realises that all 4 paws on the floor and even better – sitting, is a much quicker way to get attention and get a treat, he is a quick learner, and it will not take long for this puppy jumping behaviour to disappear once given clear boundaries and direction as to what is expected of him.

Rex has not had much in the way of training; however, he is possibly the most food motivated dog we have ever met and is very easy to lure and distract, he already had great focus when treats are around and only has eyes for his handler even under high distraction. Rex will be a dream to train for someone willing to put in the time and effort into him, he is very clever and eager to please, the sky is the limit with this boy.

Rex hasn’t been exposed to children, his jumping may pose an issue to small children as he will accidentally knock them over, Rex also enthusiastically snatches treats and will need to learn to be gentle… We are searching for a home where everyone is over the age of 8 years old, all family members must have had experience living with a large-breed dog.

Rex has always lived with another young dog; however, they fed off each other’s young puppy, boisterous energy and got up to mischief together. Rex will bark at other dogs initially out on a walk, he seems a little unsure and nervous but again, is easily distracted with a treat. Rex has been able to successfully meet and hang out with a calm older dog, Rex largely just chilled out and focused on his handler, engaging every now and then with the other dog just following him around. Rex would thrive living with an older, calm, large-breed dog that can influence him to make good decisions and practise calm behaviour, Rex would also be ok living as the only dog in his new home.
Rex has not been tested with cats or other small pets.

Rex will need an active home where he is given plenty of physical and mental stimulation, he is so completely food obsessed that he would LOVE to engage with enrichment toys and puzzles, keeping his mind busy whilst working for a reward, this will not only help build his confidence but help exert some of that puppy energy!

Rex is such a clever boy that is ready for a family of his own that can love him and guide him through to adulthood, this boy needs to be given boundaries and direction, he is ready to learn and to become your loyal best friend.

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The only way to apply to adopt REX is by filling out an application form via our website www.gsrv.com.au

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