The Bodyguard

Adopt Wei Wei

Boy • 9 years old • Sagittarius • Obsidian • 20kg • Mixed Breed

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My story

My story

Wei Wei was brought to PACK Taiwan when he was just a young dog. He spent his early days roaming the streets without a home. Other dogs picked on him so he had to stand up for himself. His rescuer brought him to us so he could live a less stressful life. Now he's looking for a forever home!

Wei Wei

Personality

Wei Wei is a confident dog who may look tough on the outside, but he's a softie on the inside. Once you gain his trust, you will also earn his loyalty. He's the kind of dog who will quietly lay by your side while you watch TV or work. His face lights up whenever you say his name or pet him. He loves going outside for walks but he's also happy to lay on his bed for most of the day, pondering the meaning of life. While Wei Wei is still learning how to be a pet after being a stray animal for most of his life, his progress has been impressive.

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Energy Levels

Wei Wei is calm and relaxed at home but will get excited when going outside.

RELAXED ACTIVE

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Temperament

Wei Wei likes to meet new people. He's more cautious around kids.

SHY SOCIAL

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Role

Wei Wei is willing to follow humans as long as they are strong leaders. 

FOLLOWER LEADER

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Adaptability

It takes Wei Wei around a week to get used to a new environment

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Medical History

My health has been checked:

  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Vaccinated
  • Regular Worming Treatment

Wei Wei is a healthy dog with no known health issues. He has some small scars on his muzzle from previous injuries.
My Behavior

My Behavior

Wei Wei is a smart dog who is easy to train with food or just affection. Wei Wei has a strong leadership mentality and needs someone who he respects and communicates clearly with him. If he feels like he needs to assume a leadership role, he will begin to act like a bodyguard, always ready to protect his family. This could lead to some unwanted behavior. He has lunged at motorcycles and even people when he feels like they might harm his pack. Wei Wei needs proper introduction with new dogs if they are going to live together (he has lived with 2 other dogs in a foster home before), but he does not like it when new dogs invade his personal space.

My Behavior

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Tolerance Levels

At PACK Academy, we socialize our dogs by exposing them to different stimuli and recording their tolerance levels for each one. These oservations help us understand the dogs better, which then helps us find suitable homes for them.

Strangers

Used to be shy but now happy to meet new people

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Dogs

Not playful with other dogs but will tolerate them

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Cats

Strong prey drive, will chase cats if not corrected

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Kids

Not aggressive towards kids but tends to stay away

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Noise

Generally unbothered by noises, even thunder

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Touch

Got used to having his paws wiped in 3 days

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Behavior observations

There are some common behavior issues that we see in dogs who have spent a significant amount of time in a shelter. We assess our dogs for these behaviors and provide training plans for adopters to help manage them.

Barking

Rarely barks, only when aroused by other dogs or cats

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Separation Anxiety

Wei Wei has not exhibited signs of separation anxiety

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Aggression

Needs leadership to prevent "bodyguard" mindset

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Resource Guarding

Has guarded resources from dogs (but not humans)

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Destructive Chewing

Loves chewing on toys, has not destroyed furniture

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Obedience Training

Obedience training is critical for nurturing healthy dog-human relationships and having a well-behaving dog. Our dogs receive basic training at PACK Academy, which provides a foundation for communication between dog and human.

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Name

Wei Wei knows his name and responds when you call him

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Yes & No

Understands and responds to both commands

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Potty Trained

Has not had an accident at home through 2 foster homes

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Good on Leash

Needs reminders to not pull sometimes but will happily follow

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Sit

Reliably sits when there are no distractions

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Down

Understands "down" but more likely to perform with food

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Stay

Will patiently wait for "okay" command before eating

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Come

Will come sometimes... it's a work in progress!

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Paw

Wei Wei's favorite command, he will give you his paw a lot!