Courtesy Post. To apply for Rocco please visit Northwest Rescue Collective, www.northwestrescuecollective.com Rocko is a sweet, smart beagle with a friendly personality and a surprisingly calm disposition for such a young dog. True to his breed, his nose is always working — but unlike many beagles, he’s actually pretty quiet and rarely barks. At 15 months old and about 26 lbs, Rocko is a great medium size and an easy companion to have around the house. He enjoys attention from his people and is happiest when he can be nearby — whether that’s joining you on a sniff walk or snoozing on the couch while you work from home. Rocko’s highlights: • Fully house-trained and politely signals at the door when he needs to go out • Friendly and confident with new people • Good with other dogs • Good with kids, though supervision is recommended with very young children due to normal puppy energy • Moderate energy level — enjoys walks and sniffing but also loves to relax • Clicker training started and eager to learn • Knows “sit” and the physical cue for “down” Rocko is very much a hound dog at heart and has a strong prey drive, so a home without cats is recommended. Because he loves following his nose, a secure fenced yard is ideal, or he’ll need to stay on leash outdoors. He’s cooperative and learning leash skills, though he may pull if something exciting like a squirrel or rabbit crosses his path. He’s already showing how quickly he can learn with training — especially if treats like cheese or chicken are involved. Rocko does prefer having his people nearby. When left alone he may whine or scratch at the door briefly, but he has not been destructive when home alone. Overall, Rocko is a loving, affectionate companion with a wonderful temperament and a lot of potential for someone willing to continue his training. Medical & care: • Microchipped • Up to date on vaccines (DHPP, rabies, bordetella, canine influenza) • Comes with 5 months of flea, tick, and heartworm prevention If you’re looking for a loyal sidekick who will happily join you for walks and then curl up beside you at home, Rocko could be a great match.