Alonzo is a 5 year old male Pointer Mix, medium sized, who sadly found himself on the streets of Cyprus fending for himself. Sadly for him, this meant he entered the municipality shelter where he’s been ever since.
Alonzo has languished at the shelter for well over a year now, invisible. Maybe his gentle demeanor and reservedness have meant he simply fades into the background. We have no idea how this beautiful boy, with his stunning markings, cannot fail to be noticed!
Alonzo has a sweet and hugely affectionate personality once he gets to know you. At first, he’s a little quiet. However, once he sees there’s kisses and cuddles on offer, he has no hesitation coming to get some!
Alonzo has shown himself to be trustworthy around other dogs, both male and female. He shares his kennel space with a number of dogs, showing no signs of reactivity. He has a very playful side to his character, loving to rough and tumble with some of the other younger dogs. Despite his sprightly age of 5, you’d think he was a much younger dog by his playful behaviour.
We think Alonzo would enjoy the company of another dog in his new home. Above everything else in the world, Alonzo wants love! Starved of attention due to his surroundings, he’s more than happy to have his head held and stroked for hours!
He will need some training to get used to a home. He tends to weave on the lead, but these are all very correctable with some time and input. He’s a clever boy though! It’s in his genes! He learns fast and enjoys a new challenge.
Any new home will need to ensure Alonzo has a doggy pool of his own! He’s a total water fur baby! His favourite pastime is to have a good splash about in some water.
He’s active, so a home that appreciates his need for physical as well as mental stimulation to keep him happy and well-balanced would be ideal. We think Alonzo would be great as a family dog, and he could also suit an active couple. Families with children over 10 years old are welcome to apply.
He’s been cat-tested, and we think he could live with a dog-savvy cat or two. We know Alonzo would be a loyal and loving companion to anyone willing to offer him the home he’s always craved.
Alonzo has so much to offer. He just needs someone to see his beautiful, sweet, loving character! To help him escape his sad kennel life of little freedom and love, that’s all he knows. No dog deserves this existence, particularly when their spirits are as gentle and sweet as Alonzo’s. He can fly to the UK as soon as a home is offered.
