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Meet Shane, a sweet and loving puppy who truly adores everyone he encounters. This charming boy believes he's a lap dog and will happily soak up all the affection you're willing to give, making him an excellent cuddle companion. While he's still mastering his puppy manners, like understanding that chew toys are for chewing and not hands, he possesses a gentle heart and a playful spirit that will bring endless joy to his new family.
As a Boxer puppy, Shane has a moderate energy level, enjoying playful sessions balanced with quiet cuddle time. He is remarkably good with other dogs and cats, currently living peacefully with both, and shows no prey drive, making him compatible with other calm pets. He's also great with seniors and, due to his playful nature, would thrive in a home with older children who can appreciate his youthful exuberance.
Shane is crate trained and already knows commands like sit, no, and paw. He is still working on house training and leash manners, so he would greatly benefit from a family committed to continuing his basic obedience and potty training. With approximately 1-2 hours of daily exercise broken into fun play sessions, Shane will grow into a wonderful, well-adjusted companion in a home that's somewhere between active and mellow.
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