Bud

Bud has a soft and silky coat when short - fluffy and wiry when long.

Minimal shedder as all dogs shed some amount of fur.

He will need regular brushing and combing, starting at the roots of his coat. This should be carried out at least every other day, likes to be given treats whilst he is home groomed.

Bud attends a professional groomers every 6 to 8 weeks.

Bud is a delightful, gentle giant of a boy. He can be boisterous, excitable, loving, friendly, and sensitive.

He has never shown aggressive behaviour and has never bitten.

His general obedience is good, though he can have selective hearing when excited.

Bud is fairly well socialised but would benefit from more socialising in his new home, perhaps even joining a training class or two. This is also a great bonding experience.

Diet: Bud eats James Wellbeloved fish and rice (no grain), with a topper. He also has a wet gravy meat pouch or fish, tuna in sunflower oil, mackerel, or sardines. He gets two heaped scoops of kibble plus topper, twice a day.

Treats: Bud is very treat motivated, which is ideal for training. He enjoys anything, including pigs’ ears, chicken, and a packet of ham.

Bud is toilet trained, though as with all dogs entering a new home, accidents may occur.

He sleeps in his bed downstairs at night. With any new rescue, it is often a good idea for owners to stay near him the first few nights to help him settle.

He can be left alone for a few hours per day. Initially, leave him no longer than an hour, then gradually build up to two hours. Dogs are social creatures and should not be left for long periods.

He has never been destructive in the home and is not crate trained.

Bud travels well in the car, usually sitting in the boot.

Bud is a sensitive gentleman and does not like to be told off. He looks sad if he has done something he shouldn’t have.

He loves the water and is a true water baby.

Bud needs a gentle but consistent owner, preferably a family who are outdoors a lot and can dedicate time to training. Another dog in the household may be suitable, ideally one that can match his energy and handle his sometimes bossy, playful nature.

He loves his luxuries, such as being on the sofa and touching his humans. He will sleep on your feet if needed and is a cheeky chancer, give him an inch, and he will take a mile. He will ensure he gets his food first before anyone else eats.

Bud is lovely but needs someone with previous dog experience who is gentle yet firm. He is a big boy and does not always realise his size or strength.

Newfypoo, an F1 cross with a Newfoundland and Standard Poodle

He is neutered

Height “big to be confirmed “

Weight 42.5 Kgs approximately

Microchipped which has been checked

Booster vaccination due May 2025

Flea/tick and wormer administered May 2025

No known allergies.

Bud had a heart murmur as a very young puppy, this is nothing unusual, no trace of the murmur as he grew into adulthood. Ears need checking regularly. Anal glads may need checking from time to time.