Badger♂

About

Meet Badger Male DOB: April 7, 2026 Weight: 28 lbs current. (large breed) Breed: Dogo Argentino / Great Pyrenees Mix Neutered (Fixed): Pending (age-appropriate) Vaccines: Current for Age (Puppy Vaccine Series Ongoing) Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Badger is a happy, easygoing puppy with a playful personality and a heart full of love. He enjoys making new friends, exploring his surroundings, and soaking up attention from everyone he meets. While he loves a good play session, he also has a sweet, affectionate side and enjoys relaxing near his favorite people after a day of fun. Badger is the kind of puppy who brings smiles wherever he goes. He has a goofy charm, a friendly attitude, and a gentle nature that makes him a joy to be around. As he continues to grow, he is looking for a family that will provide guidance, structure, and plenty of opportunities to learn and explore. As a Dogo Argentino / Great Pyrenees Mix , Badger may inherit the loyalty and intelligence of both breeds. This combination often produces dogs that are devoted to their families, confident, and eager to be involved in daily life. Early socialization and positive training will help him grow into a well-mannered and confident adult companion. Badger would thrive in a home prepared for: Ongoing puppy training and supervision Daily exercise and enrichment Positive socialization experiences Structure, consistency, and routine A lifelong commitment to his emotional and physical well-being As a large-breed mix puppy, Badger will continue growing and will need a family prepared for his future size and exercise needs. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Many rescue puppies come from uncertain beginnings and may not have had structure, socialization, or formal training before arriving at rescue. Adopters should expect normal puppy behaviors such as chewing, teething, accidents, learning household routines, and testing boundaries. These are all part of healthy puppy development. Badger will benefit from: Positive reinforcement training Daily structure and routine Continued socialization and exposure Patience, consistency, and supervision Mental and physical enrichment Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule : 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn routine 3 months to feel fully at home With patience, training, and love, Badger will grow into a loyal and devoted companion. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, veterinary care, and emotional responsibility. Badger will need: Routine veterinary care and completion of his puppy vaccine series Preventative care including flea, tick, and parasite prevention Proper nutrition to support healthy growth Daily exercise and mental enrichment Ongoing training and socialization A safe, stable indoor living environment Because Badger is expected to mature into a larger dog, adopters should be prepared to provide appropriate exercise, training, and lifelong care. Badger is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.

Shelter

Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc

Inglewood, Ca