About Dexter (by St Louis)

Dexter, our darling dynamo! Searching for an extremely eager, especially athletic, exceedingly eager to please, exceptionally cuddlesome loveable huggable Aussie? Meet Dex. Let's get to it. Dexter is an approximately 2 year old, 45 pound, bobtail red merle Aussie mix. *Top level energy and athletIC potential-CHECK. *Top tier responsiveness and heart-CHECK *Top shelf snuggle factor-CHECK Dexter's Forever is going to get a Best Buddy, adventure partner and be the recipient of ALL his focused affection. Dexter and his Coach Bestie are going to have such F U N together! The dynamo's intensity and speed make participating in agility or lure chase (Fast CAT-100 yard course dash) possible. Dexter came to ASA from a family who didn't have what a dynamic Dex needed to give him his best life. He just wasn't given engagement and enrichment opportunities. Fortunately, he has been with an experienced, hands on Foster Mom who has given those opportunities and guided him through the anxiety the lack created. Structured activities or classes will help Dex and Best Bud will continue to bring out this sweet boy's Dex best. A couple of more things to consider: Dexter does fine in his crate (maybe a protest or two but soon settles down). He's getting the idea to wait until signaled to enter and exit. The happy herder's enthusiasm carries over into love leaps and greets-working on it though. Foster Mom spends time daily with Dex-having fun learning 'sit', 'down', 'wait' to be called. 'Place' too has been a great resource command for him (you go to your spot/happy place and hang there). Treats incentivize. What else? Oh! The dude enjoys outings in the car, or walks. Leash training is still in process. Dexter is Aussie aussome and deserves a likeminded active, enthusiastic herding/working breed experienced Best Buddy who wants to try new things with their doggo and see how far they can go together. Adventure seeker? Dog sports? Exuberant outlook? Cuddle and kiss rewards! Since the dynamic dude loves to race and romp with his Foster pooch playfellows (of different sizes), he'd love a family with a pooch pal or two. An enclosed fence is preferable, though it may not be necessary for the right home. Since Dexter's jump up welcomes are still a work in progress, dog savvy kiddos 8 and up would enjoy him most. Multiresidential buildings (such as apartments) are not a good fit for this boy. Our adopters give their new family member time to decompress, grow familiar with the new environment/routine and invest time to train. They're committed to slow monitored introductions with new people, especially children, other animals, and places. Dex wants you to know: 'I'm ready to go and live life to the fullest with you. I'm looking for Forever.' If you are Dex's Bestie, please fill out an application at the link below to be considered as a possible adopter. (Only COMPLETELY answered applications will be considered.) https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/dDNce9yr0ChU0F -Fostered in IL, near St.Louis, MO. *Read the bio carefully. Priority is given to the pup's needs in choosing the adopter to ensure a Happy Forever. Transport help available for some dogs to some states, depending on the dog's best interest. *The breed/mix assigned to this dog is based on appearance and/or traits, not from a DNA test. Adoption Fee: $325

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