Date into Rescue: 6/3/2022 Reason for being in rescue: breeder retiring  Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet SC Special Needs? Cooper is neutered, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative. On 6/9/22 Cooper had a dental polishing and had his ears professionally cleaned while under sedation. Weight: 46 lbs Height: 24 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $1 - I am priceless Fence needed? Yes, Cooper is a big guy and needs to be safe in your yard with a tall fence. What kind of home would be best for me? Cooper is learning how to become a dog as well as working on his socialization skills. He must have an adopter who will spend nearly all their time with him. This big guy is a sweet, gentle, kind, and caring dog. Cooper wants someone who will be there all the time, a family that is 100% dedicated to him and can provide him with constant training and positive reinforcement. Cooper is an inquisitive yet cautious guy when it comes to new people and new things. He walks well on a leash, but a bit of refresher training won't hurt. Cooper will need training on basic commands such as sit, stay, come, down, etc. He does well in a car and enjoys the ride. Cooper has interacted well with children here and a home with kids that will play ball with him would help him come out of his shell. Please remember though, getting to this stage may take some time as Cooper will need time to adjust to his new surroundings and family members. Cooper needs to be in a house that has a fence in the yard that is at least four (4) feet tall if not taller. The taller the better. What is my personality like? Cooper is extremely cautious about all new things, including people. He enjoys playing with other dogs. Cooper enjoys playing ball with people he has become comfortable with. Please remember Cooper is a cautious guy and it will take longer for him to develop than most dogs. Cooper needs a lot of patience, love, and time to develop into a great dog and your life-long companion. How do I act when I first meet new people? Cooper is always inquisitive but cautious when it comes to new people and things. He will always take time to ensure he will be safe before engaging with new people. He is extremely shy and standoffish at first, but once he gets to know you, he will follow you around and wait at every door for you because, to him, you are HIS person. We are certain Cooper will become a fantastic friend for the adopter who is willing to spend the time developing him into the wonderful dog he is continually striving to be. Other tips and tidbits: We are estimating Cooper's birthday to be 08/28/16. The breeder originally told us a much older birthdate for Cooper, after spending as much time with Cooper, we are all in agreement that Cooper is much younger than we were told. Based on teeth and eye condition our vet agrees.   House trained? Dogs can be house trained if they are in the right environment and are allowed to follow a schedule if a physical reason doesn't keep them from being trained.  A dog house trained in my home may not be in yours. We will help you teach your new dog this necessary skill and based on your schedule.