💘 Quick Facts
Name: Bernie
Age: Approximately 10 weeks
Breed: Boxer cross
Sex: Male
Size: Large when fully grown
Location: In foster care
Looking For: Loving family | Ongoing puppy training | Active home
✨ My Vibe
Chunky teddy bear 🤎 | Tiny raccoon impersonator 🦝 | Snack enthusiast | Happy little bloke | Future loyal best mate
🐶 About Me
Hi, I’m Bernie 🤎
I’m part Boxer, part teddy bear, and possibly part tiny raccoon — because honestly, have you seen these markings?
At around 10 weeks old, I’m already a solid little unit with big paws, a big personality, and an even bigger love for people. I’m going to grow into a large boy, so while I may currently look like a portable cuddle machine, I won’t stay little for long.
The moment I see my people, my whole body lights up. I’m affectionate, enthusiastic, and convinced every day is the best day ever — especially when food is involved.
I’m playful and curious, but underneath all the puppy excitement is a very loving little dog who wants to be close to his family and involved in everything.
🐕 My Personality
Friendly and affectionate
Happy and enthusiastic
Playful and curious
Loves being around his people
Very food motivated
Clever and eager to learn
Chunky, cuddly, and full of character
🏡 My Ideal Home
A loving family ready for puppy life
Someone committed to ongoing training and socialisation
An active home with plenty of play and enrichment
Older children preferred while I learn my manners
A family prepared for a large adult dog
People who’ll include me in everyday life
🐾 My Social Life
People: Absolutely adores people and is always excited to see them
Children: Best suited to older children who are comfortable around an enthusiastic, bouncy puppy
Dogs: Still young and learning, so continued positive socialisation will be important
Cats: Not yet tested, but with slow, careful introductions and appropriate guidance, I may be able to learn to live with a cat
Because I’m still a puppy, I’ll need help learning polite greetings, boundaries, and how to manage all that excitement as I grow.
🚶♀️ My Lifestyle
Loves playtime and puppy adventures
Enjoys having plenty to keep his clever brain busy
Sleeping through the night
Making great progress with toilet training
Happy to settle in for cuddles after playtime
Needs a good balance of activity, training, and puppy naps
🎓 My Training Journey
I’m already making a brilliant start.
✔ Sleeping through the night
✔ Working hard on toilet training
✔ Learning “sit”
✔ Learning “wait”
✔ Practising calm introductions
✔ Highly motivated by food
I’m still very young, so I’ll need consistent training, positive socialisation, and clear guidance as I grow.
There will probably be bouncing, chewing, stolen belongings, and the occasional moment where I completely forget everything I’ve learned because something exciting happened — but that’s all part of raising a puppy.
💛 I’m Looking For
A loving forever family
Ongoing puppy training and guidance
Plenty of play, enrichment, and adventures
Positive socialisation as I grow
Older children who can handle puppy enthusiasm
A home ready for the commitment of raising a large dog
Someone willing to keep the snack supply well stocked
💌 The Perfect Match
I’m a chunky little puppy with a huge heart, an unfairly cute face, and so much potential. I’m still learning about the world, but I already know that I love people, I love food, and I’m very excited to find out what comes next.
With patience, consistency, and plenty of love, I’ll grow into a loyal, affectionate best mate who’ll be right there beside you through all of life’s adventures.
If you’re ready for a big-hearted puppy with chunky paws, endless enthusiasm, and just a hint of raccoon, I might be your perfect match. 🐾🦝🤎