Responsibilities

Samson is a big sweetheart who just wants to be with you all the time, and I mean big (he's around 100 lbs). He needs a long walk or run in the morning (about 45 min-one hour walk). He is given one large bowl of food in the morning and one in the evening. We let him hang out outside in the yard when we are home but bring him in if he barks. If you are there in the summer we also ask that you use the hose in the backyard that is hooked up to the well pump to water the garden and outdoor plants. Feel free to eat anything out of the garden as well! Samson is very good on walks and runs, but he does need structure established. Make sure he walks next to you for the first block and then he won't pull the entire time. He is not great around other dogs, so don't let him go up to them. He will bark and pull if he sees another dog close to him, but can be redirected. He is more motivated by his ball than treats so it is good to bring it on walks with you. He is allowed on the beach from October-May and loves to swim, but don't let him off leash to go get the ball if other dogs are around. He doesn't bite but he barks very aggressively and makes other dogs and owners nervous since he is so big and loud.