Judge (CP)

Meet Judge! Judge is a sweetheart: a loving, exuberant, (just) neutered two-year old Australian Shepherd, possibly with a touch of another large breed. He is playful and boisterous and loves the great outdoors (though must live inside). He has a sunny temperament and is crate-trained. Judge loves his food and is highly treat-motivated. He has a very good “Sit!” His house-training has been perfect. He loves to be brushed and to snuggle. In fact, he’s a 60-pound lap dog. (If he likes you, he sits on you. LOL) Judge is Love Incarnate…the best possible project for an experienced dog owner. He very much needs obedience training. A commitment to this training will be a requirement of his adoption.

 Judge loves people and other dogs with proper introductions. However, he can be highly reactive on a leash. He also pulls on the leash — not always, in fact he’s rather relaxed when walking on a slip lead now — but at the sight of a bird or a squirrel or dog, he’s excited!!!

Judge has a confident, manly bark. He is a good watchdog. He does seem to be terrified when meeting new people, though warms up quickly with treats. He is rambunctious, so probably not suitable around little kids - his affectionate leaps could knock someone down. He needs a very solid fence as he will leap and climb in gleeful exuberance. He was petrified when he first went to our vet but now loves going there and has become very popular with the staff. (He kisses them.) 
Judge is a magnificent dog with a great heart. He is ready for a family of his own. With the right home and training, he will flourish. He will repay you with more love than you could imagine.