Willie has known love and heartbreak, and he’s searching for comfort again. He lost the warmth of his own family—first to a tragic accident, then to the slow ache of grief—so right now, he’s holding out hope for a fresh start. Willie is a senior Rottweiler, roughly nine years old, and can usually be found at a doggy daycare in Polk, OH, waiting quietly for someone to see him. He bonds hard with his person: that feeling of safety and belonging matters to him now more than ever. He craves a peaceful, adult-only home where routines are gentle and new faces don’t come and go. Willie wants to be the only dog, or maybe live with a calm female who gets his tempo. He’s house trained, neutered, and up to date on all his shots. You’ll need to give him time and patience, but the reward is a fiercely loyal companion with plenty of love left to give. Every adoption story has a beginning—Willie’s next chapter could start with you. They are waiting with paws crossed! Apply now!