Hope for Podencos
Babu
Hertfordshire, the difficult decision has been made to re-home Babu. Changes in the family have led to a busy household at times, with regular visits from young children, which is not the right environment for Babu to feel at ease and thrive. He is a gentle, affectionate podenco who forms deep bonds with his humans. Here is what his current owners have to say about him:“Babu is a lovely boy who shows real loyalty and affection once he gets to know you. He loves a fuss and will often come and rest his head in your lap just to be close. He’s wonderful company day to day and really just wants to feel safe and loved.”In the right home, Babu is a calm and rewarding companion. He walks well on the lead in quieter environments and enjoys getting out and about, particularly in more rural areas. At home, he is settled and content, happily pottering around before retreating to his crate - which he sees as a safe and comforting space. He is clean in the house, not destructive, travels well in the car, and is able to be left during the day.Babu is a sensitive dog who can become overwhelmed in busy or unpredictable environments - this is anxiety based. When he is given space, routine and a calm environment, he is able to regulate well and show his true, relaxed nature.His current owners have worked extensively with trainers and behaviourists, and he has made significant progress. He can still be reactive to other dogs when on the lead, particularly if they are close. However, this is much improved and is manageable with the right handling, distance and awareness. He now walks far more calmly and confidently overall, and is able to pass many everyday triggers that he previously found difficult. He is an intelligent dog who learns quickly with consistent training. Food rewards are an important part of his ongoing training, particularly for building positive associations and confidence. Babu does have a history of resource guarding around food, which has been greatly improved through careful management and training - and again is anxiety based.Babu is looking for a quiet, adult-only home where he can enjoy a more peaceful and predictable lifestyle. He would suit someone with experience of sensitive or anxious dogs who understands the importance of routine, calm handling and giving a dog space when needed.He could live as an only dog or alongside another, well-balanced dog, as he has previously shown. A home in a quieter area with access to quiet walks would help him continue the positive progress he has already made.Babu has so many wonderful qualities and, in the right environment, he offers a huge amount of love, loyalty and companionship. He is a deeply affectionate dog who bonds closely with his people and will flourish in a home that understands his needs and gives him the stability he is looking for.Babu will be fostered or adopted with ongoing support and guidance from ourselves, our trainer, and the behaviourist who has been working with him. We are happy to talk through his behaviour plan in detail.He is currently based in Leeds, and any potential adopter or foster would need to meet him prior to any placement being finalised.Babu is neutered, vaccinated and tested negative for all Mediterranean diseases. 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