Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Alfredo
Age: 3 years (March birthday)Gender: MaleBreed: Mixed – 30% Labrador Retriever, 30% Great Pyrenees, 18% Pit Bull Terrier, and the remaining percentage made up of several other breeds (DNA results available).
Why He's Looking for a New Home
Alfredo was adopted through NorthWest Wag Rescue as a tiny puppy after being found in the New Mexico desert with his mom and seven siblings when he was just a day or two old. His family has loved him deeply and invested significant time into his training, enrichment, and care.
After much thought, they have made the difficult decision to find him a home that better suits his needs. With two very young children, a busy neighborhood, and Alfredo's protective and anxious nature, they believe he would be happier and more successful in a calmer environment where he can thrive. This decision comes from a place of love and wanting what is best for Alfredo's future.
Personality
Alfredo is an incredibly loyal, affectionate companion who forms deep bonds with his people. Whether he's joining you for a long run, hiking a trail, or spending the day curled up on the couch, he's happiest simply being with his family. He loves following his people from room to room and enjoys plenty of snuggles and attention.
He is naturally protective of his home and family. New visitors can make him nervous, and he'll often bark or growl from a distance initially. However, with calm introductions and a little patience, he settles in quickly and becomes a complete sweetheart who happily asks for belly rubs from people he trusts.
Alfredo is sensitive to loud noises—especially fireworks—and prefers quieter environments over crowded or busy areas. He loves running around the backyard and still gets the occasional puppy zoomies. While he's not particularly interested in fetch, he enjoys chew toys, treats, and spending time with his favorite people.
Behavior with People & Animals
Children: Alfredo has been wonderful with the young children in his current family. However, because of his size, strength, and protective tendencies, his trainer recommends an adult-only home or one with older, dog-savvy teenagers.
Dogs: Alfredo's behavior varies depending on the environment. He attends dog daycare regularly, where he happily plays with 30–50 dogs and has even boarded for multiple days without any issues.
When on leash or protecting his home, he can become reactive toward other dogs. The great news is that he has made tremendous progress. His family has worked diligently with positive reinforcement, bringing treats on walks and redirecting his attention whenever another dog appears. Today, instead of immediately reacting, Alfredo often looks to his handler and eagerly waits for his reward, making walks much more manageable. Continued consistency and training will help him build on this success.
Cats: Alfredo has never lived with cats. When he sees them on walks, he is interested and will typically try to move toward them.
Training & Daily Life
Extensive leash experience
House trained and very reliable
Crate trained
Sleeps in his crate most nights and occasionally enjoys sleeping in bed with his family
Crated when left alone for longer than an hour; free to roam for shorter outings
Mild separation anxiety that has never caused destructive behavior
Health
Alfredo is a healthy, happy 3-year-old who takes 40 mg of Fluoxetine daily to help manage his anxiety. Aside from that, he is doing very well physically and has no other known health concerns.
Alfredo's Ideal Home
Alfredo would thrive as the only pet in a quiet home with an experienced owner or couple who understands anxious or protective dogs. A home with a securely fenced yard would be ideal, giving him space to run and enjoy his zoomies.
He would do best outside of a densely populated neighborhood where he won't constantly encounter stressful situations. Most importantly, Alfredo is looking for someone who enjoys an affectionate, devoted companion and is willing to continue building on the training and confidence he's already gained.
Strengths
Extremely loving and affectionate
Loyal and devoted to his family
Athletic and enjoys outdoor adventures
Well-trained and house-trained
Crate trained
Happy to relax and cuddle after exercise
Has made significant progress managing leash reactivity through positive reinforcement
Continuing to Work On
Building confidence in new situations
Managing anxiety
Continuing his success with leash reactivity around other dogs
Alfredo has so much love to give. In the right home—one that understands his needs and appreciates his loyal heart—he will make an incredibly devoted companion for years to come.
This version highlights his progress while being transparent about the type of home he'll need, giving potential adopters confidence that he's already making meaningful improvements.
Please fill out an adoption application on www.northwestwagrescue.org to be connected with his current family to find out more and meet this handsome dude.
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