Otto

Sometimes size does matter!

otto is a gentle giant (>50 kg) with a heart of gold. He has a very soft and sensitive personality and cannot bear harsh treatment. Otto adores people and wants nothing more than to please you and be loved. He prefers women over men, enjoys being petted by children and getting tummy scratches, and truly believes that he is a lapdog!

otto's favourite things include chewing on marrow bones, going for car rides, and putting his head on your lap to have his ears massaged. His favourite spot is lying beside you, anywhere you are. His extra-large size and preference for sticking close to his human make him the ideal close personal protection detail - on a visual deterrent basis only, of course, as he wouldn't hurt a fly!

otto does not have a high exercise requirement and does not need a large backyard. A 30-45 minute daily walk is sufficient. Otto is housetrained and is happiest when indoors with his people. Otto walks nicely on a harness and lead, and has a reliable sit and drop. He likes to go for car rides to the lake, where he enjoys wading around in the water on a hot day. Otto is afraid of noisy utes with diesel engines and is wary of teenage/young males until he has gotten to know them. He shies a bit when a loud ute drives past when we're out walking, but he no longer tries to run and hide from it. Otto has been in foster care for more than six months and he has had a huge improvement in overcoming his fears from previous ill-treatment, he is really a different dog since coming into care. His adoptive family will need to appreciate his sensitive nature and continue to help him gain confidence to feel safe and secure