Got my beautiful boy "Bruce" from a rescue. It took us years but we finally bonded. It's his first time. He's a 170lb. Caucasion Ovcharka. The saying at our house is "if the big dog ain't happy, no ones happy" Thank you for rescuing Oliver! Rescued dogs seem to understand and love you so much more.
Wow! I don't think I have ever heard of that breed. Do you have pictures?
At 170 pounds, I think I'd be keepin' him real happy too. LOL!