Name: Bear
Age: Approximately 12 weeks
Breed: Shar Pei x Staffy
Sex: Male
Size: Expected to be large once fully grown
Location: In foster care
Looking For: Confident owner | Secure fencing | Ongoing puppy training | Plenty of affection
✨ My Vibe
Big clumsy teddy bear | Champion snuggler | Chatty little character | Playful explorer | Fetch enthusiast
🐶 About Me
Hi, I’m Bear 💜
I’m a friendly, affectionate boy with a lovely balance of playful puppy energy and laid-back cuddles.
My foster family describes me as a big clumsy teddy bear. I love kisses, sleeping close to my people and answering back when someone talks to me.
I enjoy fetch, exploring and playing with other dogs, followed by a good snuggle with my humans.
I can be shy around unfamiliar people and in new environments, but my confidence is growing with calm encouragement. I’m also an alert boy who will bark when someone unfamiliar approaches the house or gate.
🐕 My Personality
Affectionate and cuddly
Playful but laid-back
Chatty and full of character
Initially shy with unfamiliar people
Social and playful with other dogs
Food motivated
Happy and relaxed when left alone
🏡 My Ideal Home
A family prepared for a large dog
Kind, consistent boundaries
Ongoing training and socialisation
Could live with another friendly dog
Humans who love plenty of cuddles
🐾 My Social Life
Adults: Friendly but may be shy initially
Kids: Could suit children aged approximately 5+
Dogs: Social and playful but can become overexcited
Cats: Could potentially live with a confident, dog-savvy cat following careful introductions
Livestock: Not tested
Strangers: Cautious and may bark, so calm introductions are best
🚶♀️ My Lifestyle
Medium-energy puppy
Loves fetch, exploring and playing with dogs
Travels calmly in the car
Relaxed when left alone
Enjoys sleeping close to his people
🎓 My Training Journey
I’m making great progress and becoming more confident every day.
✔ Knows “leave it” and “bed”
✔ Very food motivated
✔ Comfortable with the crate
✔ Cooperative during vet visits
I’m still learning recall, toilet training and what I’m allowed to chew. I can occasionally become mildly protective of a favourite sleeping spot or person, so I’ll need calm, consistent boundaries and positive training as I grow.
💛 I’m Looking For
A loving family ready for a large puppy
Secure fencing
Continued puppy training
Positive socialisation
Plenty of toys and enrichment
Lots of affection and company
💌 The Perfect Match
I’m an affectionate, playful and increasingly confident puppy who loves other dogs, plenty of cuddles and a good conversation.
If you’re looking for a lovable, chatty teddy bear who’ll grow into a big cuddly companion, I might just be your boy. 💜