Approximate Age: 3 yo Approximate Weight: 40 lbs Meet Axel! Axel is a lovable, curly-coated goofball with a big personality and an even bigger love for his people. This high-energy boy thrives on attention, play, and adventure, and he's happiest when he's right by his humans' side. Very people-focused and affectionate - a true hugger who loves human attention Playful and energetic; turns just about anything into a toy Gets especially excited about toys and bones and loves to run off to enjoy them Smart and eager to learn - already knows "sit" and responds to a whistle or "Buddy" Walks on leash and is building confidence every day Slept well in his crate overnight after settling in Enjoys dog friends and can play nicely with them Things to know: Axel is still decompressing and can be a bit nervous in new environments High energy and benefits from plenty of exercise and enrichment Can be protective of toys or food and will need continued guidance and structure May feel overwhelmed by loud or chaotic dog environments Still building confidence outdoors and on leash Axel is a bright, spirited pup who just needs time, patience, and an active home to help him channel all that energy into fun and learning. With the right family, he'll be a loyal adventure partner and affectionate best friend. ********************************************************************* 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