How to Introduce a New Puppy to Your Dog
May 31, 2024Introducing a new puppy to your current dog is often an exciting process, and many dogs will become fast friends and eas...
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fred
Tulsa, OK
Meet fred
Meet Fred, a 7-month-old, 70-pound Great Pyrenees mix. Fred has a stunning badger face, a gorgeous coat, and the sort of enormous, huggable appearance that makes strangers forget they were on their way somewhere. You might leave the house thinking you’re taking a quick walk. That’s adorable. Fred will be taking a leisurely stroll with scheduled stops for admiration, compliments, and at least one person "jokingly" asking if they can take him home. And then they’ll pet him. That’s when the real questioning begins: “Where did you get him?” “Is he always this calm?” “How is he so sweet?” Fred will answer by leaning against your leg like a 70-pound marshmallow who has never heard of personal space. He’s a big, goofy, lovable dork who wants to be right by your side, soaking up attention as if it’s his full-time job. So yes, Fred will slow down your outings. He’ll also make them considerably sweeter—and probably introduce you to the neighbors you have lived next to for years now but have yet to actually speak to.
👉 Apply to adopt Fred:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
📍Fred is being fostered in Norman, OK. His adopter must personally pick him up there. We do not transport.
Now, before you start picturing Fred holding court outside every coffee shop in town, his foster would like to add a small footnote: Fred is still learning that the big world is safe. He may someday become the local celebrity who turns every five-minute errand into a meet-and-greet, but right now he’s much more comfortable being adored at home. There is one small detail to that vision: Fred is not ready for the grand public tour just yet. He’s still learning that the world beyond his familiar surroundings is safe. New places, loud noises, and car rides make him nervous. He’s curious—often the first of the two brothers to investigate something new—but he needs patient people who will let him work up the courage on his own timetable. When he feels comfortable, Fred is a big, goofy, lovable dork and an enthusiastic collector of human attention. He wants to be by your side at all times, preferably close enough that moving to another room becomes a joint decision. He’ll follow you around like a 70-pound shadow with a spectacular coat and a firm belief that you might require supervision while loading the dishwasher. Walk away from him and he may whine a little, because apparently nobody explained to Fred that humans occasionally have other obligations.
He enjoys meeting new people, though he may begin with a little caution while he decides what they’re about. Once he feels safe, he is delighted to be the center of attention and will accept pets until the volunteer petting staff needs a break. Fred has no such need. Fred is available. Fred currently plays well with his brother George and looks to him for comfort. His foster feels Fred would benefit from a home with another dog, and we agree that a compatible canine companion could help this cautious boy feel more at ease. He has not met other dogs yet because he had not received immunizations at the time of his foster’s evaluation, so we can’t claim he’ll be instant best friends with every dog he encounters. Based on his playful relationship with George and his cautious approach to new things, we’d expect Fred to appreciate calm, thoughtful introductions and a dog who gives him space to settle in versus a dog who greets him by performing a flying tackle and licking the inside of his ear. As for cats—those tiny creatures with knives on their feet—Fred has not met any in foster care. His gentle nature gives us reason to hope he could learn to share space with one, but a cat’s reaction to a 70-pound puppy is its own separate and usually strongly worded opinion. Any introduction would need to be slow and carefully supervised. We cannot promise Fred will know what to make of a cat, or that a cat will appreciate discovering Fred in its living room. Fred hasn’t met children while in foster care, so we don’t yet know how he’ll do with them. Because he’s on the nervous side, calmer kiddos who are old enough to understand that he may need time to feel at home would likely be the best fit. Fred would appreciate a gentle welcome and the chance to approach on his own terms. Arriving to find a screaming dance party, a child doing cartwheels, and someone attempting to crown him King of the Fluff would be a lot for him to process before he’s even located the water bowl. Give this sweet boy a little breathing room, and he can show the family just how lovable and goofy he is.
Fred’s energy is about a 4 out of 10, making him an excellent match for people who enjoy a bit of play without having to organize an entire athletic program around their dog. He likes toys, especially the kind he can chew, and he is quite good at his puzzle toy. There’s a clever little brain under all that impressive fluff. He’ll also fetch once or twice before losing interest. From Fred’s perspective, he has already proven he can retrieve the object. Repeating the exercise seems like something you should discuss with your own therapist.
Walks are currently an aspiration rather than an activity. When Fred is put on a leash, he may tense up, try to retreat, or sit down and become a very beautiful, very immovable lawn ornament. His foster hasn’t yet been able to take him on a walk. He’ll need someone willing to help him build confidence at his own pace. A securely fenced yard is a must so he can enjoy being outside without having to face the leash every time nature calls. An apartment would not be a good fit for Fred right now. Car rides are another work in progress. He needs help getting into the car because new experiences worry him. Once aboard for the drive from Hominy to Norman, though, he slept most of the way. Now and then he stood up to request pets or offer kisses to the driver. He may have been nervous about the journey, but apparently he still found time to check on the chauffeur.
Inside, Fred is potty trained and working on sit, come, and stay. He understands what his foster means; he’s still polishing the part where his enormous puppy body follows through. He does well overall in his crate and will go in on his own. He sleeps there at night and stays there when his foster is away. He may cry when the crate door closes and his person walks away, even with George nearby. Fred objects to any household policy that places his favorite human out of reach and would like to speak to whoever wrote it. Fred barks when he sees wildlife or people while he’s in the yard. The squirrel has crossed into view, and Fred feels the household deserves to know. He also gives quieter, playful barks when he wants attention. Think less emergency siren, more a very fluffy customer tapping the service bell because nobody has complimented him in eleven minutes. He has shown no food or resource guarding and no escape-artist tendencies. Fred’s ideal family has a steady routine, a securely fenced yard, another compatible dog, and the patience to help him through puppyhood. He needs people who will work with him on leash skills, give him time with new experiences, and understand that confidence grows at Fred’s speed. His foster wants adopters who are fully committed to helping him through his puppy habits and fears, even when he looks big enough to have all of life figured out. He does not. He is seven months old. He just happens to be seven months old in the body of a small, particularly handsome bear. What Fred does have figured out is that he loves being close to his people. Beneath that incredible coat and those cautious first impressions is a sweet, curious, funny boy who wants to trust you, follow you, play beside you, and accept an absolutely unreasonable number of pets. Give him the time to feel safe, and you’ll discover just how much love can fit inside a 70-pound badger-faced teddy bear.
If you’re ready to be Fred’s person, fill out an adoption application so we can send it to his foster family. Yes, the actual application. Not a comment saying “Interested,” not a message asking us to hold him while you locate your calendar, and not a compelling account of the Great Pyrenees your aunt’s neighbor owned in 1998. His foster family knows Fred best and will help decide whether your home is the right fit for this handsome, tenderhearted goof.
If approved, you’ll need to pick Fred up in person in Norman, Oklahoma. He will not be shipped, delivered, teleported, or dispatched to your doorstep inside an enormous box labeled “FRAGILE: CONTAINS FEELINGS.” You’ll have to come meet him, give him a little time, and take your new best friend home yourself. Fred thinks that sounds like a very good start.
👉 Apply to adopt Fred:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
📍Fred is being fostered in Norman, OK. His adopter must personally pick him up there. We do not transport.
👉 Apply to adopt Fred:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
📍Fred is being fostered in Norman, OK. His adopter must personally pick him up there. We do not transport.
Now, before you start picturing Fred holding court outside every coffee shop in town, his foster would like to add a small footnote: Fred is still learning that the big world is safe. He may someday become the local celebrity who turns every five-minute errand into a meet-and-greet, but right now he’s much more comfortable being adored at home. There is one small detail to that vision: Fred is not ready for the grand public tour just yet. He’s still learning that the world beyond his familiar surroundings is safe. New places, loud noises, and car rides make him nervous. He’s curious—often the first of the two brothers to investigate something new—but he needs patient people who will let him work up the courage on his own timetable. When he feels comfortable, Fred is a big, goofy, lovable dork and an enthusiastic collector of human attention. He wants to be by your side at all times, preferably close enough that moving to another room becomes a joint decision. He’ll follow you around like a 70-pound shadow with a spectacular coat and a firm belief that you might require supervision while loading the dishwasher. Walk away from him and he may whine a little, because apparently nobody explained to Fred that humans occasionally have other obligations.
He enjoys meeting new people, though he may begin with a little caution while he decides what they’re about. Once he feels safe, he is delighted to be the center of attention and will accept pets until the volunteer petting staff needs a break. Fred has no such need. Fred is available. Fred currently plays well with his brother George and looks to him for comfort. His foster feels Fred would benefit from a home with another dog, and we agree that a compatible canine companion could help this cautious boy feel more at ease. He has not met other dogs yet because he had not received immunizations at the time of his foster’s evaluation, so we can’t claim he’ll be instant best friends with every dog he encounters. Based on his playful relationship with George and his cautious approach to new things, we’d expect Fred to appreciate calm, thoughtful introductions and a dog who gives him space to settle in versus a dog who greets him by performing a flying tackle and licking the inside of his ear. As for cats—those tiny creatures with knives on their feet—Fred has not met any in foster care. His gentle nature gives us reason to hope he could learn to share space with one, but a cat’s reaction to a 70-pound puppy is its own separate and usually strongly worded opinion. Any introduction would need to be slow and carefully supervised. We cannot promise Fred will know what to make of a cat, or that a cat will appreciate discovering Fred in its living room. Fred hasn’t met children while in foster care, so we don’t yet know how he’ll do with them. Because he’s on the nervous side, calmer kiddos who are old enough to understand that he may need time to feel at home would likely be the best fit. Fred would appreciate a gentle welcome and the chance to approach on his own terms. Arriving to find a screaming dance party, a child doing cartwheels, and someone attempting to crown him King of the Fluff would be a lot for him to process before he’s even located the water bowl. Give this sweet boy a little breathing room, and he can show the family just how lovable and goofy he is.
Fred’s energy is about a 4 out of 10, making him an excellent match for people who enjoy a bit of play without having to organize an entire athletic program around their dog. He likes toys, especially the kind he can chew, and he is quite good at his puzzle toy. There’s a clever little brain under all that impressive fluff. He’ll also fetch once or twice before losing interest. From Fred’s perspective, he has already proven he can retrieve the object. Repeating the exercise seems like something you should discuss with your own therapist.
Walks are currently an aspiration rather than an activity. When Fred is put on a leash, he may tense up, try to retreat, or sit down and become a very beautiful, very immovable lawn ornament. His foster hasn’t yet been able to take him on a walk. He’ll need someone willing to help him build confidence at his own pace. A securely fenced yard is a must so he can enjoy being outside without having to face the leash every time nature calls. An apartment would not be a good fit for Fred right now. Car rides are another work in progress. He needs help getting into the car because new experiences worry him. Once aboard for the drive from Hominy to Norman, though, he slept most of the way. Now and then he stood up to request pets or offer kisses to the driver. He may have been nervous about the journey, but apparently he still found time to check on the chauffeur.
Inside, Fred is potty trained and working on sit, come, and stay. He understands what his foster means; he’s still polishing the part where his enormous puppy body follows through. He does well overall in his crate and will go in on his own. He sleeps there at night and stays there when his foster is away. He may cry when the crate door closes and his person walks away, even with George nearby. Fred objects to any household policy that places his favorite human out of reach and would like to speak to whoever wrote it. Fred barks when he sees wildlife or people while he’s in the yard. The squirrel has crossed into view, and Fred feels the household deserves to know. He also gives quieter, playful barks when he wants attention. Think less emergency siren, more a very fluffy customer tapping the service bell because nobody has complimented him in eleven minutes. He has shown no food or resource guarding and no escape-artist tendencies. Fred’s ideal family has a steady routine, a securely fenced yard, another compatible dog, and the patience to help him through puppyhood. He needs people who will work with him on leash skills, give him time with new experiences, and understand that confidence grows at Fred’s speed. His foster wants adopters who are fully committed to helping him through his puppy habits and fears, even when he looks big enough to have all of life figured out. He does not. He is seven months old. He just happens to be seven months old in the body of a small, particularly handsome bear. What Fred does have figured out is that he loves being close to his people. Beneath that incredible coat and those cautious first impressions is a sweet, curious, funny boy who wants to trust you, follow you, play beside you, and accept an absolutely unreasonable number of pets. Give him the time to feel safe, and you’ll discover just how much love can fit inside a 70-pound badger-faced teddy bear.
If you’re ready to be Fred’s person, fill out an adoption application so we can send it to his foster family. Yes, the actual application. Not a comment saying “Interested,” not a message asking us to hold him while you locate your calendar, and not a compelling account of the Great Pyrenees your aunt’s neighbor owned in 1998. His foster family knows Fred best and will help decide whether your home is the right fit for this handsome, tenderhearted goof.
If approved, you’ll need to pick Fred up in person in Norman, Oklahoma. He will not be shipped, delivered, teleported, or dispatched to your doorstep inside an enormous box labeled “FRAGILE: CONTAINS FEELINGS.” You’ll have to come meet him, give him a little time, and take your new best friend home yourself. Fred thinks that sounds like a very good start.
👉 Apply to adopt Fred:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
📍Fred is being fostered in Norman, OK. His adopter must personally pick him up there. We do not transport.
More About fred
HEALTH:
Vaccinations up to date. Spayed/Neutered.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Large 61-100 Lbs (28-45 Kg)
Good with Dogs: Yes
fred's Details
| BREED: | Great Pyrenees |
| SEX: | Male |
| AGE: | Puppy |
| COAT COLOR: | White - with Gray or Silver |
| SIZE: | Large 61-100 Lbs (28-45 Kg) |
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