Lucien
MALE | BORN APPROX AUGUST 2022 | POODLE
LOCATED IN AUCKLAND
Lucien is a sweet, gentle little guy who is still figuring out that the world isn’t quite as scary as it first seems.
He can be nervous and shy around new people, places and experiences, but give him a little time, patience and encouragement and you’ll start to see him relax. He’s already becoming more affectionate with his foster family and, as his trust grows, we’re beginning to see more of the lovely boy underneath.
Lucien enjoys getting out for a walk. He’s still a little unsure of the big wide world, but with plenty of encouragement he’s been happily exploring and recently managed a relaxed 30-minute outing. For a boy still finding his feet, that’s a pretty great start!
At home, Lucien is generally calm and easygoing. He’s also showing promising signs around cats and may be able to live with them once he’s had the time and guidance to properly get used to them.
Training-wise, Lucien is starting from the beginning. Recall and basic commands are all on the to-do list. He seems keen to learn, which gives us plenty to work with.
More than anything, Lucien needs time to build his confidence. We don’t think we’ve seen his full personality yet, and we have a feeling there’s a pretty special little character waiting to emerge once he feels completely safe.
For now, we know this much: he’s a very nice little guy who is affectionate, gentle, willing to learn and getting braver by the day.
Further Info
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Yes
Good with other animals: Untested
Good with kids: Untested
Energy Levels: Medium
Home Experience Level: Some experience needed
Health: Healthy
Weight: 5kg
A Note on Training and Adopting Our Dogs
Our dogs are wonderful, and we invest a great deal of time and effort into their training and preparation. However, no dog is “perfectly trained” or ready to adopt without any ongoing work.
All dogs go through normal life stages and changes — puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, aging, moving homes, and adapting to new environments. Any of these can lead to stress, uncertainty, or moments of testing boundaries.
Because of this, ongoing training is essential. Training isn’t a one-off task; it’s a continual process that helps you understand your dog’s needs, support them through transitions, and set everyone up for long-term success.
We would expect adopters to maintain the training we’ve started and seek further guidance if needed. We’re always happy to help with information and recommendations for trainers, and provide advice during the trial and adoption process also.
Can't adopt Lucien? You can still help.
Although we charge a small adoption fee, this doesn't generally cover the costs of us getting our dogs ready for adoption. Desexing, grooms, vet care, vaccinations, registration, training and variety of other things can go into these dogs. If you'd like to help either on a one off or regular basis we would be grateful for your donation.
