**Prior Breed Experience Required** Hi. I’m Noodle. Yeah, like the floppy kind. That’s because when people found me, I didn’t have much strength left. I was really skinny, covered in wounds, and too tired to stand for long… so I’d just kinda flop over. They said, “He’s like a noodle.” The name stuck. That was over a year ago. Now look at me. I’m a 60-lb Belgian Malinois mix with muscles, shiny fur and big ears. I worked really hard to get here. My body healed pretty fast. My heart? Still working on it. I’m a smart guy. Like… really smart. I love puzzles, shredding boxes with treats inside, and figuring things out.(I prefer to do my shredding when no one’s watching. Sometimes I think I’ll get in trouble if people watch me) I like being close to my people. I’ll lean on you. I’ll nap next to you. I might even use you as a pillow. But sometimes I get nervous if someone grabs or holds me while I’m lying down. I just feel safer when I get to choose. I take Prozac that helps my brain not worry so much. It’s been helping. My preferred living arrangements are: Children- Only older children that can respect my space. Also young children’s toys would be my toys. I’m not the best at sharing. Cats - Thats a no for me. My brain says “CHASE” and I can’t help it. Other dogs- Maybe. I live with two really big lady dogs right now. I like one a lot. The other one… we have our differences. So the humans say I’d be happiest as The only dog, or one big, calm dog who doesn’t like drama Honestly? I’d be pretty happy having my people all to myself. What I really want is a home that’s calm, predictable and kind. Someone patient who doesn’t mind that trust takes time. Someone who sees that I’m trying. Because I am trying. Every day. And when I pick my person? That’s it. You’re mine. Loyal-for-life kind of deal. I survived some hard stuff. Now I’m ready for the soft life. Do you think you might be my person? Our adoption fees vary, Shelter Dogs are $180, Prison Dogs are $250, Puppies are $300, and Popular Pure-Breeds are $400. The price includes: a Home Again Microchip, set of shots, de-worming, heartworm testing (if old enough), spay or neuter, and a 1 year rabies shot (if old enough). All dogs adopted must leave with a county license at an additional cost of $17, this fee is cash only. Adoption fees can be done using credit card or cash. If you are interested in this dog, please call the shelter at 614-879-8368 or fill out an online application at www.hsmcohio.org