Ben

My story

Meet Ben, a handsome 5-year-old neutered male Jindo mix with a soft cream coat and a gentle soul. He weighs about 15 kg and has come a long way from his early days. Ben was taken in as a puppy by the owner who kept him confined in a kennel on a small garden plot. When the area was marked for redevelopment and there was no longer space for him, the owner planned to give him away to a dog meat dealer—but luckily, Ben was rescued just in time. Ben is somewhat shy when meeting new people, but if you offer him a treat, he will quickly warm up to you. He gradually becomes more comfortable and allows petting once he feels safe, although he doesn’t show affection right away. While he may seem aloof at first, don’t be fooled—when he sees someone he knows and loves, he gets adorably whiny with excitement. Although he hasn’t fully mastered belly-up cuddles, he greets familiar faces with a bright smile and a gentle wag of his tail. He does well with children under 13, and although he might be a bit tense at first, he can be safely picked up by supporting his belly with your arms. Ben is friendly with other dogs and is happy to greet new pups, but he doesn't jump into play right away. He gets along best with dogs that are similar in size or smaller, and he is particularly nice with younger, more excitable companions, even if they don't always respect personal space. However, he tends to feel overwhelmed by high-energy dogs and may have conflicts with dominant males. If provoked, he might react, so it's important to introduce him to new canine friends carefully. The good news is that Ben is very responsive to people and calms down quickly when guided. Ben does get excited when he sees cats and may try to chase, but he listens well to redirection. Still, because of his prey drive, a cat-free home would be the best fit for him. He has a moderate energy level and enjoys outdoor time, but once the adventure is over, he’s happy to settle down and relax. On walks, he can pull on the leash a bit but follow well his person’s lead and loves to stop frequently to sniff everything in sight—it’s all about the smells for Ben! Although he may growl a bit over food around other dogs, he's perfectly gentle with people during mealtime. Ben is not a barker, rides calmly in a crate, and knows how to hop in and out of the car on his own. He prefers to do his business outside If you’re looking for a loyal, quiet, and steady companion who reveals his affection slowly but deeply, Ben could be the perfect fit for your home.   View more photos and videos on Facebook (Link to Post) or Instagram (Link to Post) Does Ben sound like the right companion for you? Send in your application today here or through our website:adoptmekoreanrescue.org/adoption-application/ AKR dogs can arrive at Vancouver or Toronto airport and may be able to arrive at some US airports (Seattle, LA, NY, Boston, etc) where we have flight volunteers. If interested, please contact us. ##2261856##

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