Jager, a stunning Great Dane/Saint Bernard blend, was initially brought to Idaho Saint Bernard Rescue after he was relinquished by his owner due to changes in personal circumstances.
He found a loving family who genuinely cherished him.
Everything was progressing smoothly until Jager began to suffer from severe separation anxiety, which resulted in some less-than-ideal destructive behavior.
Despite training attempts, it was determined that Jager would flourish much more in a communal environment.
This ultimately became the most favorable outcome because Jager found himself exactly where he needed to be.
Rescuing Jager
When Jager returned to the Idaho shelter again, the staff faced uncertainty about the next actions to take.
He required a communal setup, but where could they find one?
This led them to consider someone who could potentially be his rescuer. Lee Asher operates a non-profit sanctuary known as “The Asher House” located in Estacada, Oregon, on an expansive piece of land, which is ideal for the large pack of animals he has saved over the years.
“We contacted Lee at The Asher House because we were uncertain where else to go… and we were overjoyed and incredibly thankful when Lee agreed to take Jager,” Idaho Saint Bernard Rescue mentioned in their post.
After learning about his situation, Asher felt compelled to provide him a home. He strongly believed that Jager deserved another opportunity, and he was convinced he could offer the assistance and support the dog required.
“It was the ideal outcome for Jager because now he will never be solitary, and it’s as if he has always belonged to Lee’s pack. Thank you, Lee, for your big heart and everything you do for many dogs, including Jager, who is now a treasured member of the family,” the shelter remarked.
Jager was subsequently brought to The Asher House in Oregon, where he met his new dad along with the rest of the pack.
Life At The Asher House
Jager was gradually introduced to his new expansive pack, and fortunately, everyone appeared to be fond of him.
“He seems remarkably at ease. It’s a lot for him in a single day – a lengthy road journey, meeting numerous new individuals, encountering many new dogs, and absorbing various smells. He’s truly doing excellent,” Asher commented.
There’s a considerable path of learning and adaptation ahead for Jager, but Asher remains optimistic that he’s in the right environment.
“People really need to realize that a dog of his size with separation anxiety is going to be significantly different from a smaller dog with the same issue. They can and will cause extensive damage to the house because they are powerful creatures with sharp teeth. If you plan to introduce a dog with separation anxiety, you must be equipped for it,” Asher emphasized.
While training and dedicating oneself to the finest courses can be beneficial, sometimes the only remedy is genuinely spending quality time with the dog and providing him with ample mental and physical stimulation.
Fortunately, with a pack as extensive as Asher’s, Jager will receive more than enough of everything he requires – both mental and physical stimulation.