Thor - SRF141

Training:

Thor had no previous training but has learned a great deal in just two weeks. He now knows sit, down, come, road, wait, over we go and see you later, and he recognises several hand signals. His recall is improving well on a long line, though he can struggle if another dog is close. He responds quickly to consistent boundaries and is very food‑motivated — cheese is his favourite reward.

 

 

Behaviours:

Thor is affectionate, people‑focused and keen to please. He can bark at strangers entering the home, especially tall dark‑haired men, but this settles quickly once he feels safe. He takes cues from the people he trusts.

 

He will pull on the lead at the start of a walk and when excited by birds or familiar routes, but this is manageable and improving. He has a loud, sharp bark when excited or frustrated, particularly around cats.

 

With dogs he behaves like a playful puppy, jumping around and wagging his tail, but he can bark loudly at the same time which can confuse other dogs. A calm, steady dog would help him learn more appropriate social behaviour.

 

 

Meeting new people:

Thor has progressed from being unsure of close contact to happily approaching people for a sniff and a gentle lick before accepting strokes. He has no issues with women and only occasional initial caution with men, which resolves once he has met them properly.

 

 

Children:

Thor is living in foster with children aged 12 and 16 and has met younger children and babies on walks with no issues. He is friendly and gentle, though his enthusiasm means he could accidentally knock over very small children.

 

 

Dog/Cat test:

Thor is not suitable to live with cats — he will chase and becomes very alert where cats have been.

With dogs he shows playful, puppy‑like behaviour but can bark loudly at the same time, which can confuse other dogs. He has shown no aggression and has previously lived with another dog successfully. He would benefit from living with a calm, gentle, older dog who can model appropriate behaviour and help him continue to develop.

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Home Alone:

Thor previously struggled with separation and showed significant separation‑related behaviours in his former home. His fosterers have worked carefully and consistently with him and he has made excellent progress. He can now settle after reacting briefly to outside noises and shows no destructive behaviour.

 

Although he is doing very well, Thor will need adopters who are prepared to continue this work so he can become fully confident when left alone. A gradual, structured approach will help him maintain the progress he has already made.

 

 

Medical History:

No known medical issues. He has a small haematoma following neutering which is resolving and being monitored by the vet.

 

 

Vet visits:

Thor has been very well behaved at the vet.

 

 

Travelling:

Thor loves the car and jumps in happily. He travels calmly, lying down throughout the journey. He will need a secure boot or a suitable seatbelt attachment for safe travel.

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Handling/Grooming:

Thor is comfortable being brushed and handled, including his muzzle, ears and legs. He has been bathed without issue and responds well to calm reassurance during grooming.

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Food:

Thor eats well and has had no issues with food. He is currently fed Wagg with wet food twice a day and enjoys stuffed kongs and training treats.

 

 

Sleeping:

Thor loves his bed but is also used to curling up on the sofa. He likes to rest with his head slightly raised and settles well as long as he has something that feels like his own.