WINSTON Doberman Pinscher Woodburn, OR

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*Due to a change in home & family dynamics, Winston is an owner-surrender; which leaves him (and has left him) isolated and crated for most of the day. Dobermans are a velcro breed, so this hits Winston very hard.*

"We are seeking someone who can devote time, enrichment & training to cater to this boy's emotional, mental and physical well-being."

"Applicants must be prepared to limit his circle of humans to a select few."
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Check out WINSTON, who celebrated his third birthday this past December 2024.

This high energy boy loves rough play, loves his affection time, and above all loves his person/people. Winston is not just a dog, and he is not just a Doberman. HE IS A COMPANION, and is fully capable of being "man's best friend" to someone familiar with this breed or other powerful breeds.

Winston's energy is rated as an 8 out of 10 (with 10 as the highest). He loves to play, and also enjoys his walks. He is cat-friendly (lived with 2), but is dog-selective/reactive. He currently has 1 canine friend who he can run around and play with, and who matches his energy well. However, when out walking, he isn't receptive to making new doggie friends at all.

What's most important to Winston is his human bond. As it stands, Winston's human parents went their separate ways well over a year ago. Over time, this has impacted Winston significantly. He went from having time with both his parents, to having no time with either (as the one he lives with works 2 full-time jobs). So without the love and enrichment he was accustomed to, Winston pretty much spends the majority of the day alone in isolation. and has recently been acting out. At this point, Winston is really only best with his own close circle of friends, which may only include his immediate family.

Winston is house-trained, crate-trained, and is protective of the home. Winston has had basic obedience training, and would benefit from a refresher course with his new pack leader to help solidify a strong bond from the start.

We would love to see Winston with someone(s) who can actively engage with him, hang out at home, and take him for walks. This boy is a bit too rough for kid play, so we imagine either a single person or couple would be ideal. A good backyard or fenced in property is critical so he can freely run around. Additionally, the adopter must be ok with a pup who rates 7 out of 10 on neediness. Winston does appreciate your companionship and does not like to be alone. He whines when he cannot be near you, and you can count on him to follow you around the house. When it comes to leaving him at home, he has always been crated. He does not break out of the crate. However, anything left in the crate with him will most likely be subject to destruction.

Winston is accustomed to sleeping in bed with his person and despite his short coat, cropped ears and docked tail he is still very cuddlicious!

If you can provide Winston the love, time, leadership & commitment he is so desperate for, we invite you to complete an application per the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJubAHJr4oIe4NkDxnhfBPM1jVRO2s4S0xIjrHVlElAMQWJA/viewform

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Winston is located in Houston, TX, and is available for transport to your area.
The cost of transport IS ALREADY INCLUDED in the adoption fee.