nino

Hi! My name is Nio (which means little boy), but dont let the name fool youtheres nothing little about me! Im a 63-pound bundle of love with a huge personality and even more love to give. Im almost 3 years old, and Im the perfect mix of playful and laid-back. My biggest passion in life? Balls. My motto is simple: Ball is life! The moment a ball comes out, the rest of the world disappears. I used to get so excited that I couldnt contain myself, but Ive been working hard and have already learned commands like sit and stay, which makes playtime even more fun! My foster parents say Im pretty close to perfect and who am I to argue? I absolutely love going for walks and have great leash manners. Whether were on or off leash, Ill happily stay by your side. Need to run errands? Going for a car ride? Working in the yard? Cooking dinner? Fixing the car? Count me in! Ill gladly supervise whatever youre doingI just love being with my people. One of my favorite things about myself is that I genuinely love everyone. Adults, kids, other dogs Im a social guy through and through. Parks, BBQs, family gatherings, shopping trips, community eventsyou name it, Im happy to tag along. My only request? Please dont leave me home alone for long periods. I much prefer being part of the action. When my foster family is away, Im very well behaved. I wont chew on your belongingsonly my toys and bones (which I absolutely love!). Now, since honesty is important, I should tell you a few things Im still working on. I have allergies and am currently being treated for a minor ear and eye infection. Im also a little anxious, which is understandable considering Ive had several homes before coming into foster care. While Im mostly potty trained, I still have occasional accidents inside. My foster family thinks theyre likely related to stress and all the changes Ive experienced. With patience, consistency, and a stable forever home, Im confident Ill continue making progress. When its time to relax, Im an expert cuddler. I love naps on the couch, belly rubs, and slow morningsIm definitely not an early riser! But dont let my Bulldog looks fool you Im surprisingly athletic and love spending time outdoors. I could happily spend all day playing, exploring, or soaking up the sun. A fenced backyard would be a dream come true! Im also incredibly adaptable. Whether your life is fast-paced in the city or quiet in the suburbs, Ill fit right in. Id be happy as your one-and-only, but I also think Id enjoy having two-legged and four-legged siblings to share life with. One funny thing about meIm not very food motivated. That doesnt mean Im picky; treats just arent what inspire me. What I do respond to is patience, consistency, and people who take the time to teach me. Im a great listener and a quick learner when given structure and encouragement. In return, Ill be the most patient companion you could ask for. Ill happily let you clean my ears, eyes, and wrinkles, soak my paws, and I promise Ill never try to steal food from your plate. And if youre handing out belly rubs? Ill never say no! Now go ahead scroll back up and take another look at my squishy face, those puppy-dog eyes, my athletic Bulldog build, and my adorable polka-dot coat with my signature ear patch. Im truly one of a kind. All I need now is someone to give me the forever home Ive been waiting for. Could that be you? Please visit our website www.ebullymatch.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs.