Approximate DOB: 6/26/2024 Approximate Weight: 47 Pounds This ball of energy is smart, quirky, and full of love. Dog-Friendly - Loves to play and happily joins in with other pups Cat-Tolerant - Gets along fine with the resident cat Best with Older Kids - Enjoys older children; does best with supervision and clear boundaries around little ones Knows His Basics - Can "Sit" on command and listens well A bit jumpy when excited, but corrects quickly and learns fast Car Pro - Climbs in and out easily, rides calmly, and settles well Active & Athletic - Ran 5 miles without slowing down, and he prefers to be up front leading the way Adventurous Spirit - Loves walks, jogging, and splashing in water (just not hoses!) Crate-Trained - Goes in willingly, rests quietly, and even naps there on his own Thrives on Structure - Responds beautifully to routines, commands, and leash training Loves Social Time - Wants to greet everyone he meets, both people and dogs Affectionate - Big fan of kisses, praise, and sometimes half-climbing into your lap Vocal at Times - Will bark at passing dogs, but easily redirected Quirky Charm - Obsessed with AC vents, splashing in puddles, and digging just for fun Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster