Football quarterback Kirk Cousins and his family are avid dog lovers. After getting hitched in 2014, he and his wife Julie have fostered seven different dogs over three years. And a few years back they became pet parents to a cute little pooch named Abe. Know more about Kirk Cousins’ dog Abe’s age and breed here.
How old is Kirk Cousins’ dog Abe?
Kirk Cousins’ dog Abe is 6-7 years old. The pooch has been a family member since he was 5 months old.
The family loves dogs and was always eager to have one for their family. So, with the help of a trainer, Julie found Abe through Davis Doodles, located in her hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. After everything got finalized, someone drove Abe for 15-17 hours from Georgia to Minnesota to his forever home.
And when Kirk Cousins saw Abe for the first time, he instantly fell in love with the pooch. Recalling his encounter, the player told Vikings, “I walked in the front door … and he barked at me right away because he didn’t know who I was. He was already being protective.”
But now, the owner and his pet pooch are on “good terms” as Abe lets Kirk Cousins know if he “haven’t petted him in a while or he needs to get some love.”
What breed is Kirk Cousins’ dog Abe?
The breed of Kirk Cousins’ dog Abe is Australian Labradoodle. They are a crossbreed between Labrador Retriever, Standard Poodle, and Cocker Spaniel.
These ideal service and therapy dogs are intelligent, gentle, and low-shedding pups. However, some might find their energy difficult to handle. Hence, it is essential to keep them busy and active with some engaging tasks.
Although, healthy dogs, Australian Labradoodles are prone to some health problems, such as hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and eye problems. They also need 30-60 minutes of exercise daily. They weigh 50-75 pounds and their lifespan is 12-15 years.
