Young Boerboel Male Needs Great Forever Home

West Linn OR

Description

A unique, sweet (giant) boy needs a new forever home! Info: Purebred Boerboel, dark brindle, just over a year old, papers, medical records, not neutered, around 115 lbs. (and growing), happy-go-lucky and full of energy, knows some commands but needs good training. Boerboels are farm/country dogs and need space and a jobs/activities to keep them occupied. His current owner needs to let him go, as he is dealing with health challenges and knows he cannot care for the dog well at this time. He paid thousands for the pup, and is asking for a small re-homing fee to assure the new owners are serious about keeping the dog and caring for him. Open to allowing the right family/individual to take him on a short trial basis. He does not seem to be aggressive towards other dogs, but is overly interested in "making friends" with cats....which could change, given time and exposure to cats. Being around another large dog, who is well-trained, might help with his training. More about Boerboels: Boerboels are playful, intelligent, and eager to please. They are happiest when given a job to do, whether it's tough farm work, guard dog duty, or preparing for a competition where they can show off their agility and strength. This breed loves human family members, even children, though they are quite overprotective at times. The same instincts that make them good watchdogs and protectors can also make them fiercely territorial and aggressive if they aren't trained or socialized properly. When having guests over, it is important for a family member to introduce them to the resident Boerboel so the dog doesn't feel threatened. Usually Boerboels are welcoming of guests that they've met and trust, though they may still be on their guard. When it comes to training, Boerboels tend to be dominant and require an assertive trainer who will use positive reinforcement and set boundaries without being harsh. This is not a dog for first time owners. Patient, consistent training should be accompanied by early socialization to prevent aggression, and Boerboels should get plenty of mental and physical stimulation, as they can get bored and anxious, which will lead to destructive behavior. Long walks, vigorous play sessions, and challenging devices like puzzle feeders can all help them get the activity they need. Being a large dog breed with moderate exercise demands, Boerboels require space, so an apartment is not their ideal environment. They do best in a home with a backyard/land/farm and a high, durable fence that will give them plenty of space to safely run around. While these dogs are not for novices, they will reward the right owners by being adoring family companions that will defend their homes and humans at all costs.