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Hi there, I’m Bart. I’m a bit of an introvert at first, and meeting new people makes me a little shy, but I try to be brave and warm up quickly to gentle pets! Once I feel comfortable I like playing with soft toys, gentle massage, and exploring. I will benefit from confidence building, gentle people, and positive experiences. Visit me today and fall in WOOF with me!

Kids: 8+, nervous, needs gentle dog-savvy kids

Dogs: Slow intros with gentle dogs

More about Bart from a recent Doggy Day Out:

This beautiful, brindled, boxy-headed baby is such a sweetheart. 🥰 Bart was a bit nervous at first but warmed up quickly. We started our day together with a short hike at Al Buehler Trail—we passed several dogs & people and he did really well. He does a bit of “swerving” left and right but overall, he’s really good on a leash. We went to Vessel for a pup cup, which he enjoyed, then headed over to Barnes Supply, where he got some love from the staff — they tried to give him a treat, but he was more interested in the human giving it to him — and went home with a corn cob plushie. At home, he followed me around my apartment or cuddled with me on the couch as we cooled off in the A/C. We even had a “spa moment” where I gave him a full-body massage with some hypoallergenic wipes, which he LOVED. He met my dog through a dog gate and again, did really well. We had a little backyard time before heading back to the shelter.  All in all, a pretty perfect day. ❤️

Bart would likely do best in a quiet, relaxed home where he can build his confidence, gain some more weight, and practice his cues. He’s eager to please, so I think he’d enjoy training. He whined a little when he was nervous but didn’t bark all day, so he’s a pretty quiet boy.

Ready to meet me? Come see me at the shelter!

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