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Bruno

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Bruno

KITCHENER, ON

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Brown / Chocolate, White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Bruno’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has good compatibility with other animals.

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Bruno's Story

Meet Bruno, affectionately known as Cowboy. He’s a charming 5-year-old Bully Mix, who came all the way from Texas and is now ready to find his forever home.<br/><br/>Weighing about 60 pounds, Bruno is a loyal, people-loving companion with a big personality. He’s food motivated, eager to please, and happiest when he’s included in daily life. Bruno is the perfect mix of playful energy and affectionate devotion — truly a “Velcro dog” who loves to be close to his people.<br/><br/>Personality & Perfect Home<br/><br/>- Bruno is active, intelligent, and affectionate. He would do best with an active family who can include him in their routines and adventures. He’s currently fostering with a senior medium-sized Pitahoula, two indoor cats, and even a macaw. Bruno does well with all of them under supervision and is learning how to respect everyone’s space.<br/>- He has not been around young children and may do best in a home with teenagers or adults. Bruno has barked at a few men he met, so a patient family that can help him build confidence through positive introductions would be ideal.<br/><br/>Bruno’s strengths include:<br/>- Friendly and affectionate once he trusts you<br/>- Crate trained and comfortable in his crate<br/>- House trained (he learned quickly!)<br/>- Food motivated and smart — learning commands like “sit”<br/>- Can live with dogs and cats when properly introduced<br/>- Active and playful, but enjoys relaxing at home too<br/><br/>Training & Behaviour<br/>- Bruno is a quick learner who responds well to consistency and positive reinforcement. He’s working on leash manners — he can be excited and pull at first but settles as the walk continues. He’s not reactive and enjoys getting outside to explore.<br/>- Bruno has been calm in the home, shows no chewing issues, and barks only when the resident dog alerts him to something outside. He’s improving daily with structure and routine.<br/><br/>Ideal Home<br/>Bruno would thrive in a home that can:<br/>- Include him in regular activity and companionship<br/>- Continue his training and provide structure<br/>- Offer patience, consistency, and affection<br/><br/>Bruno is a loyal, loving, and playful companion who’s ready to share his heart with a forever family. With time, patience, and a bit of guidance, he’ll be the perfect best friend.<br/><br/>Crate trained | House trained | Fully vetted, vaccinated, and neutered<br/><br/>Contact us: info@thedogrescuesociety.net<br/>Learn more: www.thedogrescuesociety.net<br/>Adoption Application: https://forms.gle/UQhEM1qeQfVHcx6D8

Meet Bruno, affectionately known as Cowboy. He’s a charming 5-year-old Bully Mix, who came all the way from Texas and is now ready to find his forever home.

Weighing about 60 pounds, Bruno is a loyal, people-loving companion with a big personality. He’s food motivated, eager to please, and happiest when he’s included in daily life. Bruno is the perfect mix of playful energy and affectionate devotion — truly a “Velcro dog” who loves to be close to his people.

Personality & Perfect Home

- Bruno is active, intelligent, and affectionate. He would do best with an active family who can include him in their routines and adventures. He’s currently fostering with a senior medium-sized Pitahoula, two indoor cats, and even a macaw. Bruno does well with all of them under supervision and is learning how to respect everyone’s space.
- He has not been around young children and may do best in a home with teenagers or adults. Bruno has barked at a few men he met, so a patient family that can help him build conf

Meet Bruno, affectionately known as Cowboy. He’s a charming 5-year-old Bully Mix, who came all the way from Texas and is now ready to find his forever home.

Weighing about 60 pounds, Bruno is a loyal, people-loving companion with a big personality. He’s food motivated, eager to please, and happiest when he’s included in daily life. Bruno is the perfect mix of playful energy and affectionate devotion — truly a “Velcro dog” who loves to be close to his people.

Personality & Perfect Home

- Bruno is active, intelligent, and affectionate. He would do best with an active family who can include him in their routines and adventures. He’s currently fostering with a senior medium-sized Pitahoula, two indoor cats, and even a macaw. Bruno does well with all of them under supervision and is learning how to respect everyone’s space.
- He has not been around young children and may do best in a home with teenagers or adults. Bruno has barked at a few men he met, so a patient family that can help him build confidence through positive introductions would be ideal.

Bruno’s strengths include:
- Friendly and affectionate once he trusts you
- Crate trained and comfortable in his crate
- House trained (he learned quickly!)
- Food motivated and smart — learning commands like “sit”
- Can live with dogs and cats when properly introduced
- Active and playful, but enjoys relaxing a

How To Adopt

Bruno was listed as Adoptable by The Dog Rescue Society
How can I adopt Bruno?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with The Dog Rescue Society. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Bruno is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to The Dog Rescue Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Bruno?
If you've submitted an inquiry, The Dog Rescue Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Bruno, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to The Dog Rescue Society, and they'll be happy to help!
The Dog Rescue Society's Adoption Policy
Before applying or contacting us, we kindly ask that you review the FAQs on our website. We receive a high volume of inquiries about our adoption process, and many of your questions are already answered there. As a volunteer-run rescue, our time and resources are limited — reviewing the FAQs helps us focus on what matters most: finding loving homes for the animals in our care. Thank you for your understanding and support!

Bruno is from The Dog Rescue Society

[KITCHENER, ON]

Our Mission
Founded with a passion for compassion, we’re more than just a rescue — we’re a family. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, The Dog Rescue Society is a foster-based, volunteer-run organization dedicated to giving every dog the second chance they deserve. United by our love for animals, our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and re...
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