BUDDY

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large

BUDDY

Current Location

Shelton, WA

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Large, (61-100 lbs)
Coat length: Long
Coat color: Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Athletic, Brave, Curious, Independent, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Smart
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

BUDDY's Compatibility

  • This pet has bad compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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BUDDY's Story

Meet BUDDY! He is a 5-year-old (DOB 07/28/2021), Australian Shepherd who is beautiful, amazing, and waiting for his leader!<br/><br/>***HERDING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED/ DUE TO PREY DRIVE NO SMALL DOGS, CATS, SMALL ANIMALS OR LIVESTOCK / ON APROQUEL AND NEXGARD FOR LIFE DUE TO SENSETIVE SKIN ISSUES***<br/><br/>Buddy is a smart and curious dog who needs a job! He will bond deeply to one person to look to for commands to fulfil his day. He is active, has a gentle mouth for treats, designed to herd, and is independent. He tends to be a quiet and tidy boy who is a fast learner. He has great recall, is a great walker, jogger, enjoys car rides, and yard play especially keep away fetch! His passion is ball play, while not so much a cuddle bug, he is looking to please with a ball reward.<br/><br/>Buddy is a great companion dog, and an active family would be his best fit preferably with large property setting. Originally Buddy was a Veteran's Companion Dog. Children are not recommended, as he has a very strong herding instinct. Dogs are new to Buddy, as he came to us unsocialized. He has come very far at AAP with positive reinforcement, treats, clear instructions, and consistency. Buddy has a prey drive, no livestock, small animals, small dogs, and cats are a definite no for this active fella. A secured fenced yard is required to keep him safe and happy.<br/><br/>If you have any other questions, email is the best method of communication. We are 100% volunteer-run and operated and are open by appointment only. Please send us an email or submit an application if you'd like to make an appointment we'll be in touch as soon as we can! Thank you for your inquiry!<br/><br/>Qualified applications only. Should your application be accepted, a response will follow within 72 hours. If you have not heard back from Adoptions, your application did not meet the dog's criteria.<br/><br/>KENNEL CONTACT INFORMATION:<br/>Email: adoptapetadoptions@gmail.com<br/>Telephone: (360) 432-3091 Option #5<br/><br/>Please copy & paste Application: https://form.jotform.com/40419164974157<br/><br/>All AAP dogs come up to date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.

Meet BUDDY! He is a 5-year-old (DOB 07/28/2021), Australian Shepherd who is beautiful, amazing, and waiting for his leader!

***HERDING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED/ DUE TO PREY DRIVE NO SMALL DOGS, CATS, SMALL ANIMALS OR LIVESTOCK / ON APROQUEL AND NEXGARD FOR LIFE DUE TO SENSETIVE SKIN ISSUES***

Buddy is a smart and curious dog who needs a job! He will bond deeply to one person to look to for commands to fulfil his day. He is active, has a gentle mouth for treats, designed to herd, and is independent. He tends to be a quiet and tidy boy who is a fast learner. He has great recall, is a great walker, jogger, enjoys car rides, and yard play especially keep away fetch! His passion is ball play, while not so much a cuddle bug, he is looking to please with a ball reward.

Buddy is a great companion dog, and an active family would be his best fit preferably with large property setting. Originally Buddy was a Veteran's Companion Dog. Children are not recommended, as he has a very strong herding instinct. Dogs

Meet BUDDY! He is a 5-year-old (DOB 07/28/2021), Australian Shepherd who is beautiful, amazing, and waiting for his leader!

***HERDING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED/ DUE TO PREY DRIVE NO SMALL DOGS, CATS, SMALL ANIMALS OR LIVESTOCK / ON APROQUEL AND NEXGARD FOR LIFE DUE TO SENSETIVE SKIN ISSUES***

Buddy is a smart and curious dog who needs a job! He will bond deeply to one person to look to for commands to fulfil his day. He is active, has a gentle mouth for treats, designed to herd, and is independent. He tends to be a quiet and tidy boy who is a fast learner. He has great recall, is a great walker, jogger, enjoys car rides, and yard play especially keep away fetch! His passion is ball play, while not so much a cuddle bug, he is looking to please with a ball reward.

Buddy is a great companion dog, and an active family would be his best fit preferably with large property setting. Originally Buddy was a Veteran's Companion Dog. Children are not recommended, as he has a very strong herding instinct. Dogs are new to Buddy, as he came to us unsocialized. He has come very far at AAP with positive reinforcement, treats, clear instructions, and consistency. Buddy has a prey drive, no livestock, small animals, small dogs, and cats are a definite no for this active fella. A secured fenced yard is required to keep him safe and happy.

If you have any other questions, email is the best method o

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How To Adopt

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When can I meet BUDDY?
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What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
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BUDDY is from Adopt-A-Pet

[Shelton, WA]

Our Mission
We are an all volunteer 501 c 3 organization dedicated to helping the many stray and unwanted dogs of Mason County.
Visits by appointment only
Location
Shelton, WA, 98584

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