Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Is someone ready to give a smart pup the fresh start he desperately needs?
Meet Bruno, a pup with a lot of heart, even more potential, and one of the most irresistible faces anyone will ever lay eyes on. People cannot stop commenting on how cute he is, and his expressions alone are enough to make anyone's day. But he is so much more than a pretty face.
Bruno is still catching up on some puppy basics, because his early months were pretty limited. He came to C.A.R.E. as a stray from Chicago Animal Control, and it seems he spent his first few months in a small space without much experience with the big, exciting world around him. He did get the chance to work with a personal trainer while at the shelter, so he has had a real head start on learning the ropes.
Here is the good news: Bruno is incredibly smart and so eager to learn. He already knows "sit" and "touch," and when he figures out what is being asked of him, pride and joy light up in his whole body. Making his person happy is truly his favorite thing. He also has a calm, thoughtful side, and he loves taking his time to observe the world around him, soaking everything in at his own pace.
Bruno is not always "on." Sometimes he is perfectly content to settle down and watch the world go by. He goes absolutely wild for tennis balls, and there is nothing better than a good game of fetch to get his tail going. He also loves enrichment activities that give his brain something to chew on, and training is genuinely one of his favorite things. Having worked one on one with a trainer, he already knows how rewarding it is to learn and grow, and he is ready to keep building on that with the right person.
Bruno is looking for a patient, committed person who understands that he is still developing:
• Training focused: He thrives with structure, consistency, and positive reinforcement, and he genuinely loves it
• Enrichment minded: Sniff walks, puzzle feeders, tennis balls, and new experiences help him grow and stay balanced
• Home often: Daily training sessions will help him blossom
• Patient and understanding: Some things other pups his age know, he is still learning
• Experienced or determined: Dedication will be needed to help him reach his full potential
• Playful and encouraging: Someone to help him discover how fun life can be
Whoever adopts Bruno will get a smart, motivated dog with a wonderfully cute face who genuinely wants to please, with a calm and curious spirit that makes him a joy to be around. Thanks to his time with a trainer, he already has a foundation to build on, and with the right guidance, he will become the confident, happy dog he is meant to be.
Bruno promises to work hard every single day. He will celebrate every milestone with his person, and he will show them that investing in a dog like him is one of the most rewarding things they will ever do.
Is someone ready to be his champion? Because Bruno is ready to show what he can become.
🐾 Bruno
