MOZZA, A CATAHOULA-HEELER MIX - CATAHOULA LEOPARD DOG / AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Posted Breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat). Mozzafiato (Italian for "Breathtaking") A Catahoula Leopard Dog-Blue Heeler mix Mozza is short for Mazzafiato and this boy is gorgeous!! If you are seeking a MEDIUM SIZE DOG TO BE YOUR BEST TAKE EVERYWHERE WITH YOU PUP, like to go hiking and for daily runs or long walks, Work from home, or can take a pup with you. Mozza may be your next best friend! Mozzafiato is a loyal and loving companion. Mozza is a dog who needs a huge fenced acreage to run. He is truly a working breed and wants to be outdoors with you, where you are. He would not be great on an animal farm but would do well on a growing farm or with retired people who have land and FENCED ACREAGE TO EXPLORE WITH HIM AND KEEP HIM HAPPY. HE WOULD DO WELL WITH A SIMILAR-SIZED, energetic female dog for companionship and play. Mozza is two years old and is ready for his forever home Mozzafiato was rescued from a Texas shelter. The Catahoula-heeler makes a loyal companion. I do have to say, with consistency, positive reinforcement, and tons of encouragement, Mozza is a willing learner who thrives on positive feedback. He is so cuddly and kissy when he is worn out too. He really needs to be kept busy all day long or he becomes bored. Mozza needs an active adopter with land, time, and willingness to get out there and wear him out or give him a job. This is a link to an article on this breed. .dogsplanet/en/mixed-breeds/catahoula-blue-heeler-mix/ Professional training is a requirement for Mozza's adoption as Catahoula-Heelers thrive best with training and they love to learn, but they are also challenging to train. We have recommended-approved trainers to guide you. Mozzafiato can be the only dog. Catahoulas-heelers do like having buddies and he seems to do best with a female canine companion who can keep up with him. Mozza is up-to-date and neutered. Mozza needs a small animal-free home. No small dogs, NO cats, No small animals as the breed pairing has a VERY high prey drive. To apply to adopt Mozzafiato, he has a $495.00 adoption fee. All monies will be recycled to cover medical care and rescue more dogs. https ://rompinpawsrescue.rescuegroups/forms/

• Physical Attributes

  Eye Color:	Hazelnut
  Ear Type:	Droopy
  Tail Type:	Long
  Coat Length:	Medium
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	No
  Energy Level:	High
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Exercise Needs:	High
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Yard Required Leash Trained Housetrained Protective/Territorial Preditory Good in a Car Likes to Fetch Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Obedient Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations