Alfie
Anatolian shepherd mix | neutered male | 6 months Old | 44 Lbs
QUICK FACTS: 🐶 Good with dogs! 💤Crate trained! 🧸Loves to play! 🐾Typical puppy!
•No cats
•No young kids
Alfie is a handsome, intelligent young pup who is looking for the right home to help him grow into the wonderful dog he has the potential to be. Originally adopted as a young puppy, Alfie is believed to be a German Shepherd / Anatolian Shepherd mix, which means he’s a smart, energetic working-type dog who thrives with structure, training, and an experienced handler.
Alfie is very people-oriented and loves being near his humans. When he’s calm, he enjoys snuggling and being part of whatever his people are doing. He is friendly and enthusiastic when meeting new people and is always excited to make new friends.
This bright boy has already started learning his basic commands in puppy training classes and has been doing very well. He is eager to please and responds well to consistent training. Alfie is crate-trained overnight and is doing well with potty training. He does well with other dogs and enjoys their company. He has interacted appropriately with dogs in puppy class and is excited to see dogs in the neighborhood.
Alfie is still a young puppy and is very energetic and curious. Like many shepherd-type dogs, he needs both physical exercise and mental enrichment to help him stay balanced and happy.
Because he is still learning impulse control, Alfie can be mouthy during play and may nip at clothing or hands when he becomes overexcited. He will need a patient home committed to continuing training to help him develop appropriate play and manners as he matures. Alfie has also shown resource guarding with high-value chews, such as bully sticks. A home familiar with training and managing this behavior will help him succeed.
Alfie has lived with a cat but has recently begun nipping at and grabbing the cat’s tail, so he will need a home without cats.
Because of his mouthy play style and energy level, Alfie would do best in a home with adults or older, dog-savvy children. A calmer household that can provide structure, training, and consistent leadership will help him thrive.
Alfie’s Ideal Home
Experience with shepherd or guardian breeds preferred
Committed to continued training and structure
Plenty of exercise and mental enrichment
No cats
No young children
Alfie is a smart, loyal pup with a lot of potential. In the right home with guidance and consistency, he can grow into a wonderful companion.
