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My basic info
Breed
Maremma Sheepdog
Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
2011
My details
Not good with kids
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Leo the Magnificent Maremma is looking for his new family. He is approximately 5 years of age, is neutered and up to date with vaccinations. This large, healthy boy requires a calm and loving environment with someone home the majority of the day who is willing to help build his confidence through positive reinforcement training and support.
Below is a note from Leo’s foster Mom.
Leo is a healthy, beautiful, sweet, gentle boy who had a rough start in life which has caused him to have a fearful nature around humans. In most respects he acts normally playing with his dog friends and watching over the property, however when a person enters the situation, he becomes fearful and will bark and keep a safe distance away. Leo always comes running when called and sincerely wants to come all the way up to you but something he learned at a very young age clicks in and he will stop about 5-10 feet away. I do think eventually he will come right up to his person but he will never be a dog that trusts everybody.
He is a very well mannered, respectful boy who is house-trained and very quiet in the house. He likes to seek his dog bed and stay there. He is great on a leash and rarely pulls. While he is still fearful of strangers, he knows that on-leash he can’t run away so will allow a respectful human to pet him but will not accept treats.
The best home for Leo would be with people who are patient, assertive and dog savvy. He needs his people to be the leaders but also to be calm and quiet. A home with children would be too much commotion for this boy. Leo is of medium energy so would enjoy activities like long daily walks and hiking.
Leo will require a fenced property for his safety but appears to be a homebody and has never challenged the fenced area (no jumping or digging). Because he will bark loudly at all people around his property and the fact he loves to roam his property (Maremma’s are livestock guardian dogs) a home with a large, fenced, rural property would be best. Also, although I have never witnessed it because my dogs are very confident, Leo can get bossy with dogs that are submissive to him (will nip/bite if they do not heed his commands i.e. he will block them and not allow them to move and will bite if they do move).
Leo has been very respectful around my horses and likely would be the same with all livestock. He is likely OK with cats too although my cat won’t get near enough to dogs to check him out.
If you’re looking for a sensitive, gentle boy who needs your help in building confidence with people, Leo is that boy.
Please complete the on-line application if you are interested in adopting Leo.
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