✨ Meet Tigger: Your Loyal Guardian, Adventure Buddy, and Living Legend! If you're on the hunt for a dog who’s bursting with heart, a dash of heroics, and a sprinkle of delightful chaos, look no further! Tigger is a nearly 5-year-old, 110-pound Dutch Shepherd mix with a body built like a tank and powered by pure devotion. It truly breaks hearts to rehome him due to an international move to Portugal—a place where, sadly, his size makes flying impossible! This magnificent beast deserves a home where he can continue thriving, adventuring, and fiercely protecting the ones he loves. What makes the Tigger experience incredible? Oh honey, let’s dive in! 🐾 💖 **A Loyalist Through and Through:** Tigger is the very definition of “ride-or-die.” Once he has bonded with you, he is all in! His protective instincts are strong, and he is affectionate on his own terms. He’s happiest when he feels his loved ones are safe. Talk about a love that keeps on giving! 💪 **Courage of a Warrior:** This pooch has bravely treed a bear and confronted both a chainsaw and a weed-wacker (don’t ask—let's just say he was defending against the Evil Noisy Machines™). His bravery is unmatched, and he takes his guardian role very seriously. Can you believe it? A living legend, folks! 🏃 **Born for Action:** Energetic and athletic, Tigger loves every minute of exploring, running, hiking, and anything that gets those muscles moving. He’s like an eager freight train ready to zoom ahead! While he’s working on his leash skills, with a little structure and consistency, he can ramp up his game. 😂 **A Goofy, Loving Soul:** Beneath all that grit lies a heart full of love. Tigger is expressive, smart, and deeply connected to his people once he earns their trust. His heart is open, and he’s ready to love unconditionally! **Challenges & Honest Notes (Because the Right Home Matters):** 1. **Not a Fan of Small Dogs:** Big dog buddies? Yes! Small, bossy dogs? Hard no! 2. **Food Guarding Issues:** Tigger exhibits some food protection tendencies. A home that understands resource guarding—or is willing to work with a trainer—is a must. 3. **Needs Leash Work & Strong Handling:** At 110 pounds of solid muscle, he needs a confident and consistent handler who can keep up with his enthusiastic spirit. **Tigger’s Dream Home:** If you can provide: - Experience with working breeds. - A home without small dogs (larger dogs can be considered). - An adult household or older teens in a calm yet active environment. - A fenced yard or access to open land for him to spread his legs. And if you’re in the market for not just a pet, but a fearless protector and loyal companion? Then Tigger is your guy! He is NOT a couch-potato starter dog. He’s here for adventures, loyalty, and a bond that can’t be broken. **Ready to give Tigger the forever home he deserves? Connect through the Buddy App to apply for adoption!** 💖