Meet Thatcher, the gentle giant!
Thatcher is a 10 month old Great Pyrenees puppy who has been with our family from 6 weeks old. He is the sweetest smartest dog I’ve ever had and I love him dearly. There are however some major practical considerations when adopting. Ask me how I know. For one, he is 100 lbs now and is still a puppy so he needs some space to run. He is good with other dogs, large and small and non aggressive with cats- but he will chase and our boys hate that. We have worked with him on some training but he definitely still has a way to go in some areas. Luckily he caught on to potty training right away and hasn’t had an accident in many months. He knows (and will usually comply with) sit, come, and down. The excited jumping needs a lot of work still as does chewing and walking on a leash.
We love our boy dearly and hate to let him go but life circumstances have put us in a place where he isn’t living his best life, and he deserves to.
Pet's Name:
Thatcher
Dog: Primary Breed:
Great Pyrenees
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
2/1/2024
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Humane society
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
April 1, 2024
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Giant
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.:
120
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
He’s a big cuddle bug. Loves tug/ wrestle too.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, come
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
Chewing, jumping
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
No problems
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
No
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Free feed and doggy door
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
None
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Once a week brushing- daily for a week 2x a year when he blows his coat
Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? :
Chews
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Selective: Gets along with some cats but not others.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Gentle giant
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Large and playful
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Housing is Inadequate for Pet
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
Bad situation having to stay with family who doesn’t want him here and keeps “jokingly”threatening to shoot him.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Two weeks
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Large breed puppy
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
White Cloud, MI
Zip Code:
49349
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service