Bingo has been waiting for a new home in the animal shelter since 2023. A much too long time, because especially at Bingo's age, every moment is precious and every additional day in the shelter is one day too many. Here, the lovable mixed-breed dog is of course carried on the hands of carers and dog walkers and we try to make the waiting time as pleasant as possible for him - social contact with other dogs and us two-legged creatures, as well as long walks and treats... and yet even the best care and attention here cannot replace a home of his own.

Why the handsome guy is still with us remains a mystery. Some adopters are looking for an older, settled dog for short walks, but Bingo is "still too fit" for most of them. Of course, you can see and notice his age now. He already has a few gray hairs, the odd lipoma, and his eyes are becoming increasingly cloudy - but Bingo still enjoys his walks to the fullest. True to the motto "If you rest, you rust", his volunteer dog walkers are also busy keeping the gentleman moving. The Spaniard can even keep up for an hour at a time and at a brisk pace. With enough exercise and muscle building, we remain optimistic that this fitness will stay with him for some time.

Other families, on the other hand, want a youngster who is willing to learn and who is "easier" to train than an older dog. Of course, despite his bright, active nature, Bingo cannot replace a teenager, but he can still learn and be kept busy. The great agility star is no longer slumbering within him, but this is also rarely the case with most younger, average domestic dogs. Bingo is always up for a little brain training, such as looking for treats or simple games, especially with an eye on the tasty reward. Even at 13 years old, he can still learn small tricks.

Now we are clearly looking for a suitable match for Bingo. Of course, he too has his own peculiarities, rough edges and quirks - like every breathing creature. He can also sometimes snap at other dogs when on the leash, but it usually happens without any fuss. He can also develop health problems over the course of his life, but he is currently still fit. All in all, a completely normal dog - just a little more time-pressed to find a new home than many younger four-legged friends.

At first glance at Bingo's age, you quickly have the wrong expectations of the mixed breed dog. Anyone expecting a comfortable, lazy pensioner has not reckoned with the sprightly Spaniard. Even though he cannot completely deny his age visually and the first grey hairs are visible, he still likes to be active and wants to take part in life. Fortunately, the medical examinations did not reveal anything unusual, although we do recommend regular check-ups given his age. Bingo loves going out with his owners and he enjoys doing activities together. As he loves to be persuaded to eat good food, searching games in the meadow would be a pleasant activity for the boy. Long walks are no problem for him, even at a brisk pace, and he would love to mobilise all his strength to dash after the odd duck. Chasing is one of his biggest weaknesses and the leash is an important tool for stress-free walks. You should always keep this in mind when you are out and about if you can see wild animals from a distance. Creating good orientation around people would be a good approach here.

When it comes to dog encounters, Bingo still needs a bit of fine-tuning. However, if you lead him consistently, this is not a problem because he quickly figures out that the person at the end of the leash manages the situation.

When socialized with different types of dog, he is usually sociable. Here, sympathy usually decides whether living together makes sense or not. Nevertheless, there are also dogs that he does not like so much, so socialization should be well considered and guided. He currently lives with another male in a shared apartment, which is why we can also imagine Bingo as a second dog - ideally with a calmer companion.

The move to the animal shelter has really disrupted the otherwise quiet, usual everyday life of the handsome male. He really enjoys contact with people and we help him to calm down with the necessary attention. Nevertheless, he finds it difficult to relax in the hustle and bustle that is unfamiliar to him. A relaxed home in a quiet environment would be ideal for Bingo to be able to spend his retirement stress-free.

Compatibility with other dogs: Conditional

Placement with children: Conditional