

A versatile herding dog prized for brains, stamina, and loyalty.
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Meet Patch, our bubbly young Dutch Shepherd boy! Patch is a young, energetic lad who is looking for experienced owners who understand Shepherd and Malinois-type breeds and can provide him with the physical and mental stimulation he needs. He is an intelligent boy who will need plenty of guidance, training and structure to help him develop into a well-mannered adult. True to his breed, early during his stay at Battersea, Patch can be vocal and show frustration when socialising with other dogs. He will therefore need to be the only dog in the home, with his socialisation continuing in neutral spaces. Patch has since been on foster where he has a steady and positive exposure to meeting other dogs where he now has doggy friends and is learning the appropriate manners when socialising. Patch is looking for a quiet home away from the inner city, with access to his own private garden. He can live with dog-savvy teenagers who can be involved in his daily training and ongoing behaviour manageme...

A versatile herding dog prized for brains, stamina, and loyalty.
View Dutch Shepherds