The status of Bentley PHS was
last posted on 01/15/25 by
Live. Love. Bark.
Male Dog, German Shepherd Dog
German Shepherd Dog
Description:
Meet Bentley: The Bougie Best Boy! Hello! My name is Bentley, and I’m here to tell you why I’m the best boy you’ll ever meet. My foster mom gave me my name because I love trying to sip her sparkling water—my foster sister says that makes me “bougie,” but I think it just makes me fun! I was born around November 1, 2024, so you can do the math to figure out how old I am. My mom and littermates were rescued by PHS after being abandoned, and I’ve been learning how to be a great family member since joining my foster home on January 3, 2025. My foster mom says I’m super smart, pretty mellow, and have a lower prey drive than you might expect for a pup like me. I’ve already learned to sit when I want something, and I’m picking up commands like “down,” “come,” “wait,” and “go to your room.” I’m still working on loving my crate, though—I can be vocal about my feelings (my foster mom says I have “lungs like Adele”), but I settle down quickly with a cover, some music, or my special rain machine. I’m a big fan of food and don’t mind being petted while I eat. Chewing is another favorite activity, and my foster mom makes sure I have plenty of toys to keep me busy—though I do enjoy sneaking boots when no one’s looking! I’m learning about fetch and tug, but so far, I mostly just like bringing toys back to my foster mom. I share my foster home with a terrier mix foster brother, and I love hanging out with him, even if he doesn’t always appreciate my enthusiasm. There are also these mysterious creatures called “cats.” I think they’d make great playmates, but my foster mom is teaching me to give them space. I also know that while my foster brother and the cats are allowed on furniture, I need to stay on the floor unless my foster mom invites me to her lap. House training is a work in progress, but I’m getting there! I tend to sniff and explore behind furniture when I need to go, so my foster mom takes me outside right away. I’m also great about going potty when I come out of my crate. I’ve already been out to lunch a couple of times, and I’ve done a great job staying calm and quiet as long as I have something to chew. I’m curious about other dogs but haven’t met many yet since I’m still waiting for my final shots. I travel well in the car—sometimes I chat a bit, but I usually just snooze. I’m a confident, friendly pup who loves meeting people, and I do great with kids as long as they’re gentle and respectful. My foster mom thinks I could grow up alongside children, especially if my family has experience with big dogs. I can’t wait to see what adventures 2025 has in store for me! If you’re looking for a sweet, smart, and snuggly companion, I just might be the perfect match. Bentley is a level 4 dog and the adopters must be puppy approved
