Big Al

Description

Meet Big Al! The 65-Pound Best Friend You Didn't Know You Needed! Born August 12, 2020, Al is a 6-year-old Standard Poodle with a BIG heart of gold. And we mean BIG! This handsome guy is currently 65 pounds of lean poodle perfection and is working on putting on a little weight.   Al has never met a stranger. In fact, we're not entirely sure he understands the concept of personal space. Everyone is his friend. EVERYONE. The dog snarling at him from across the room? Friend! The cat who's hissed at him 20 times and finally resorted to throwing paws? Still a friend! The squirrel across the road? BEST FRIEND MATERIAL!   Al is socially blind and unintentionally pushy. He takes friendship VERY seriously and believes that if he looks at you, you are now personally responsible for being his buddy until someone else comes along. Pets, attention, and affection are always on his agenda! Be prepared, he’s a BIG leaner A little more about Al: Dog friendly, including small dogs Cat friendly Kid friendly Potty trained Kennel trained Ball enthusiast…when the spirit moves him Gentle with his toys (more of a casual nibbler than a destroyer) Low-energy overall and an oversized lapdog at heart Loves attention and affection Currently does great with professional grooming Bed HOG   Al does have a few quirks and things his future family should know: He's a bit of a puller on walks and will need a head halter or martingale collar while you continue working on that He's an alert barker, especially at loud noises or people passing his gate. He'd really like them to come over and pet him, obviously! Counter surfing is one of his hobbies. Keep those snacks out of reach! He may occasionally bounce around and attempt to initiate a game of tag with a squirrel. The squirrel is generally not interested.   Let's talk Poodle maintenance! Al is a Standard Poodle, and that gorgeous coat doesn't maintain itself. His hair grows FAST, and he will need professional grooming approximately every month to keep his coat clean, healthy, and mat-free, along with regular nail care. He currently does wonderfully with professional grooming, so haircuts and nail trims aren't an issue for him. However, his future family needs to be prepared to either learn to groom him at home or budget approximately $80–$200 per month for professional grooming.   If you're looking for a sweet, goofy, affectionate companion who believes everyone he meets should immediately become part of his social circle, Al might just be your guy! Filling an application is the first step to meet him! - www.RochesterRASCALS.org/dogs