Boris has certainly put in his time with us. This majestic dog has been waiting for the right person for 41 months straight. That’s almost three and a half years. He’s actually been in our shelter even longer, since he spent a year in our care before an adoption that ended in a return. Our big-hearted boy will have a home here as long as he needs it. But it’s heartbreaking to see such a wonderful dog spending his life in a kennel when he ought to be lounging on a sofa.
At roughly 70 lbs, Boris is powerfully built with a larger-than-life personality. There’s just this magnificent presence about him. Reserved with new folks, Boris is incredibly endearing with humans he knows and trusts. He’s companionable and affectionate without being overly clingy. He loves to play fetch, but if the humans are busy he keeps himself occupied with a toy. There’s an almost catlike quality about him–especially the way he lies on top of his dog house and bats a ball around with his paws.
Boris is highly intelligent and knows all his basics including Sit, Stay, Down, Come, Leave it, Wait, and Let go. He’s dignified, house-trained, crate-trained, and rides nicely in the car. He can be strong on leash but he tries hard to listen to his human. He’d be a wonderful companion (and deterrent) on long walks, hikes, or jogs.
Our only reservation about this wonderful dog is that he can be reactive around other dogs. He’ll need to be the only dog in his home. And due to his strength, he needs a confident leader who can redirect him when necessary. While he used to live with cats, we recommend a home without small animals.
We’d love to tell Boris that his years of patience have paid off. If you are looking for a magnificent companion to be your one-and-only, call the Ranch to meet Boris today!
