Onyx

Onyx is a 15 - 18 months old Rottie who is a really sweet but shy boy. He currently lives with 10 other dogs in his foster home and does well. But he has such out of control zoomies that the other dogs don't like it, and that's when he gets into trouble. That's why we prefer Onyx to go to a home as an only child. Onyx still has a lot of puppy behavior. He pulls on the leash and is very strong, so his handler has to be prepared to control him when he suddenly decides to take off. He likes to play bite on the leash as well. He is very affectionate and loving. When his foster mom is standing next to him outside and tells him to sit, he immediately does so and then he'll offer his paw if she says "shake". Then if she asks "pets?", he puts his head up against her leg and he gets pets. By then he usually melts to the ground and ends up upside down begging for belly rubs. He is very smart and sensitive. Positive reinforcement in the form of treats and verbal praise is highly effective to teach him replacement behaviors. A home with a fully fenced yard would be great for him, as well as a family who can dedicate time for training, exploring and movement! Onyx came from a high kill shelter where he was surrendered by his previous owner. He was very scared when we first got him, but with decompression, he has now settled down. He definitely needs a parent that has the time to work with him and be the alpha. Onyx is currently about 80 lb and growing, fully vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. He is heartworm negative, and kept on heartworm and flea preventative. Sweet Onyx is being fostered in Texas, but can travel to any state, and even Canada for the right home. Rottweiler experience is mandatory to adopt our breed specific pups. To meet this gorgeous pup via facetime or whatsapp or other video chat apps, please send a completed application via www.savesomesouls.com Yards MUST BE adequately and fully fenced to adopt our pups. We do not accept electric or underground fences.