Lenny is a 7 month outdated male Labrador Retriever cross Pointer who’s presently dwelling in a foster dwelling in Hampshire after arriving from Cyprus in June. Born in a shelter, he’s studying what it means to stay the nice life — and he’s already making superb progress.
Lenny is presently in a foster dwelling in Hampshire after arriving from Cyprus in June. He’s an exquisite Labrador/Pointer combine and is now round seven months outdated. Lenny was born within the shelter and had by no means recognized life outdoors of it till lately, so the transition into a house atmosphere has been a giant and generally overwhelming change for him.
That stated, he’s already making implausible progress, and his mild, affectionate nature is beginning to shine by means of.
When Lenny first arrived, he was frightened and utterly shut down. He didn’t wish to be touched, moved stiffly round the home, and was very uncertain of his new environment. With time, endurance, and consistency, he has begun to kind a trusting bond along with his foster carer.
He now actively seeks out consideration, enjoys affection, and is comfortable being dealt with, which is a big achievement for a canine who as soon as flinched at each motion. He’s already noticeably extra relaxed with day by day family noises and far more settled.
Lenny is clear in the home and is comfortable to spend time in his crate, the place he usually proudly surrounds himself along with his assortment of toys. He’s crate skilled and he finds it to be a secure area for him to sit back through the day when wanted, so he usually chooses to settle there.
He’s naturally inquisitive, likes to chase and retrieve a ball, and significantly enjoys actions that permit him to make use of his nostril. He’s a giant fan of treat-based video games and scent work, particularly if rooster is concerned, and he’s proven himself to be very trainable when he feels safe and linked to the individual working with him.
Lenny’s lead coaching remains to be a piece in progress. His confidence is rising steadily, and with mild encouragement he’s starting to indicate extra of his playful and puppyish facet. He’s nonetheless all legs and a bit uncoordinated, nevertheless it’s clear he needs to take pleasure in life and is getting braver and braver with every day.
Lenny has met kids in his foster dwelling and responded very calmly. He was mild and curious, then gave himself a long way to settle and observe from close by. He’s naturally watchful and likes to take on the planet round him earlier than leaping in, so he could be finest suited to a relaxed, affected person dwelling atmosphere the place there isn’t an excessive amount of chaos.
A resident canine could be an actual profit for Lenny — ideally a pleasant, playful and assured canine who can assist him proceed constructing belief on the planet round him. He can generally be a bit fearful round very assured or boisterous canine, so a pup with a relaxed manner would go well with him finest.
Lenny would thrive in a household dwelling with entry to a safe backyard and somebody round incessantly. He would wrestle in a loud or extremely lively atmosphere at this stage, and desires an adopter who’s prepared to go at his tempo as he continues to return out of his shell.
When he’s accustomed to everybody, he can deal with a busier family, however when adjusting to a brand new atmosphere routine and predictability go a good distance.
Lenny has already come to date, and with continued reassurance and mild steering, he’ll develop into a loyal, playful and trusting companion. He simply wants a bit time, some stability, and a house the place he can really feel really secure.
