Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Hiro
Name: Hiro
Age: 5 years
Sex: Neutered Male
Breed: Jack Russell Mix
Color: Brown
Weight: 12.5 kg
Height: 41 cm
Rescue Story
Hiro was rescued from a municipal shelter at the end of 2023.
When Hiro first arrived at the private shelter, he would occasionally grab onto clothing when he became overly excited or happy. It was determined to be playful behavior rather than aggression, and after over a year of consistent training, this behavior is now very rare.
Because of this, Hiro has spent over a year in professional training focused on impulse control, obedience, and handling skills He has made tremendous progress and now only shows this behavior very rarely (about once every few months). These days, he is much more likely to express affection through cuddling and leaning into people instead
He has also earned a Dog Fitness Level 3 certification with his trainer
Socialization with People
Hiro absolutely loves people
He is affectionate with strangers, men, children, and familiar people alike. He loves cuddling, climbing into laps, showing his belly, and being close to his humans
He can be picked up comfortably and enjoys physical affection. While he is very sweet-natured, he is also energetic, playful, strong, and intelligent — very typical of a Jack Russell mix
Because of his playful intensity and energy level, Hiro would do best with an adopter who understands active working-type breeds and can continue providing structure, boundaries, and mental stimulation
Socialization with Other Dogs
Hiro is social and friendly with other dogs and enjoys greeting and playing with unfamiliar dogs However, people are always his priority.
He especially enjoys playing with dogs similar to or larger than his size. Smaller dogs do not interest him much. If another dog behaves rudely, Hiro may give an appropriate warning, but he has never fought with another dog.
He enjoys social time but is also perfectly happy relaxing alone in the sun after playtime
Cats
Cat testing has not yet been done, but can be arranged if needed.
Energy Level
Hiro has bursts of high energy and loves active play, but after about 30 minutes of exercise he usually settles nicely and relaxes.
He especially enjoys training and learning new things, so mental enrichment and structured activities are very important for him
Walks
Hiro is very experienced on walks and generally walks well. However, he is smart and tends to test handlers at first. If boundaries are unclear, he may pull or try to make his own decisions.
With calm but firm leadership and structure before walks, he listens very well and becomes an excellent walking companion
Other Behaviors
Hiro does not guard food or toys from people or other dogs
He has no separation anxiety and is calm in a kennel.
He may bark excitedly when greeting people he loves, especially when his owner returns home
He rides very well in the car, can jump in and out on his own, and is currently outdoor potty trained
Hiro is an affectionate, intelligent, funny, and active dog who forms strong bonds with people He would thrive in a home that appreciates the lively personality and clever mind of a Jack Russell mix while continuing to provide structure, exercise, and love.
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Currently in Korea
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