Finding a forever home for Leo has become a priority now that little Obsidian has gone home.
Leo is a very sweet and loving dog. He is 9 months old so very close to full-grown. Right now he weighs about 17 lbs and stands about 15-16” at the shoulder, so should mature to about 20 lbs and just a tad taller. Leo has a mostly short, flat coat though since late June he has developed a bit more of a wave, giving him a rather ruffled appearance. His ears, legs, and tail have more fluff and when the white tip of his tail gets going (as it so often does) it looks like a little white flag flying through the air! His muzzle is half white, half black, and the colour of the whiskers matches the colour of his fur, giving him a cute but wise expression.
Leo has very soulful eyes with a hint of wistfulness to them – one glance and you just know he is full of love and gentleness, the desire to be close to you and to be reassured that you love him back as much as he loves you.
When we are out romping through the nearby forest and fields, Leo loves to run and give chase to the other dogs (or, occasionally, to a squirrel or bird who ventures too close). He loves to play ball or Frisbee, or just play tag with dogs or kids. Leo comes readily when called and doesn’t stray far from the pack or from his human.
Leo is a bit of a nervous dog. When strangers come to visit he may growl a bit and be a bit wary, but with a proper introduction and reassurance that all is well he will quieten down and eventually make friends. Likewise, when out for walks he is prone to barking at other dogs and sometimes people, but he can usually be distracted and usually comes when called. This is an area that will need some work.. He seems not necessarily to process all cues as readily as other dogs, which makes him more prone to being stressed out by new and unfamiliar situations, but with reassurance and guidance as to how he should behave, he will adapt and become more settled.
Despite the above description, in general Leo is quite a quiet dog, not prone to barking, whining, destructive behaviour (other than chewing, which he still does a fair bit – the favourites being books, magazines, and underwear, along with more acceptable things like Kongs, bones, and squeaky toys), or mess-making. He is normally calm and a bit “clingy” – he LOVES getting snuggles, tummy rubs, ear scratches, and the like.
The ideal situation for Leo would be a fairly quiet and calm environment where he can benefit from a fair bit of attention. This could be a senior couple / single where someone is home most of the day, a working couple / single where one person works part time, works from home, or can come home during the day to give him a walk and playtime, a family with older kids where someone is home a good part of the day. I would not recommend Leo going to a family with young children (under 6) unless the kids are exceptionally calm and quiet ones.
Leo is in excellent health. He is already neutered and has had all his vaccinations to date. He has been receiving heartworm and flea/tick treatment over the summer. He is registered with the Australian Labradoodle Association of America and comes with a health guarantee. Owing to the nature of his coat, he coat is prone to shedding slightly so he would not be suitable for a family where anyone has bad allergies to dogs or furry creatures. For this reason, the price on him is significantly reduced.
If you are interested in providing Leo with his forever home, or know someone who might be, please contact me at roma@dragonramdoodles.com.
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