Meet Handsome Augustus (Augie) – A playful, sweet and affectionate boy looking for His Forever Home! 

This stunning 5-year-old Orange Belton English Setter is ready to find a family that understands him. He’s a big boy at about 70 lbs that walks well on a leash, which is quite an accomplishment for an ES. While we know he is an English Setter, we can only speculate about his bloodlines because of his larger size. Augie is a smart, independent, treat-motivated boy who picks up on training quickly. 

Here’s what makes Augie special: 

Companions – he is ok with the company of female dogs his size but honestly people are his favorite, and he doesn’t need another dog in his forever home. No cats please.

Yard enthusiast – a medium sized fenced yard that is interesting to patrol for bugs, butterflies, squirrels, birds, etc would suit Augie just fine.

Toys – His favorite is a nyalabone. He didn’t know what to do with toys when he first arrived in his SWESR foster home and it’s been a joy to watch him learn to have fun playing with toys. He’ll play tug with his person or toss and play with a toy by himself.

Background – Augie came from an environment where he was living outside and was pretty much neglected. So he needs a person that understands that this is an evolutionary process. His foster Mom has professional grooming skills and he’s become such a good boy on the grooming table; the only thing is the electric clippers are still somewhat scary so she is going slow. He’s come so far in just a couple of months and the sky is the limit for this dear boy.

Friendly and eager to learn – In foster care he’s blossomed into a devoted companion. He loves cuddling, hugging and tummy rubs. Like a true ES, counter surfing is a favorite pastime, but he’s trying very hard to learn his manners and boundaries. 

Augie is searching for a kind person who will guide him with love, consistency, and patience. Because of his size and enthusiasm for his people, he’s looking for a home without children (12 and under) or older folks who might be accidentally knocked about by his affectionate nature. Could that be you?