WOODY

❤️ Woody is a handsome five-year-old neutered Standard English Bull Terrier who is fully vaccinated and looking for a very experienced home that understands the breed and is prepared to continue managing his needs.

❤️ Woody can be a little reserved when meeting new people, preferring to take his time before making friends. However, once you’ve earned his trust, you’ll discover a happy-go-lucky lad who loves treats, enjoys fuss and attention, and is a loyal companion. He particularly enjoys long walks, car journeys, and currently accompanies his owner to work every day, where he settles well into the routine.

❤️ He loves his toys, especially rope toys, and enjoys enrichment such as Kongs stuffed with peanut butter, antlers and coffee wood. Woody isn’t a destructive dog and is content to relax in his crate, where he also sleeps at night. He can be left for short periods provided he is crated.

 🐶 Woody enjoys the company of dogs he knows well and regularly plays off lead with two canine friends. However, introductions to unfamiliar dogs must be managed carefully and gradually, as he can display dominant behaviour if allowed. He walks reasonably well on the lead but is a strong dog who would benefit from continued lead training to reduce pulling.

🚫 Woody has several behaviours that will require ongoing management. He resource guards his food and feeding area, so he must always be fed separately, with his food placed down before he is given access. He should not be given high-value items such as bones or pigs’ ears, as these increase guarding behaviour. He can also become possessive of spaces he considers his own, so his new owner will need to understand how to safely manage these situations.

🌳 Living in a quiet rural environment, Woody is not keen on loud traffic or busy surroundings, so a peaceful countryside or semi-rural home would suit him best. Due to his prey drive, he cannot live with cats or other small animals, and care should be taken if he is exercised off lead as he may chase wildlife.

🙋‍♂️ Woody would be best suited to an adult-only home, ideally with a single male owner, although the most important requirement is an experienced person who understands English Bull Terriers and is committed to continuing his training and management. Because of his size and strength, he is not suitable for homes with children.

🚫 Potential adopters should also be aware that Woody has occasionally urinated indoors, although this has only happened a handful of times and may or may not continue in a new home.

❤️ Woody is a wonderful dog with people he knows and trusts, and in the right, experienced home he has so much to offer. He needs someone patient, knowledgeable and willing to work with his management needs in return for a loyal, fun-loving companion.