Smokey Jr

Smokey Jr. is a 2-year-old dog who looks and behaves more like a puppy.  He's strong, alert and eager to learn, but he'll need an owner who can keep up with his exercise requirements and training.  He knows several obedience commands, loves to play fetch, and enjoys car rides.  Though Smokey Jr. has lived with kids before and does well around them, his size and energy mean he'll thrive best with respectful, dog-savvy children.  He's learning how to play appropriately with dogs his size but he'd probably overwhelm small dogs with his enthusiasm.  Smokey is affectionate with people he knows but is shy meeting new people, so continued socialization will be helpful and/or pairing with a large playful female exuding confidence.  He's lean at about 60 pounds.