Meet Whilmer, a 6-year-old, 42-pound sweetheart whose gentle, loving nature shines as brightly as his soulful eyes. He bonds deeply with his people and, despite not always knowing love early in life, he gives and receives affection like a true pro. Whilmer is the kind of dog who makes you feel chosen. This charming gentleman is the total package: crate-trained, house-trained, non-destructive, and familiar with basic commands. He’s also a fetch superstar, happily chasing the ball, dropping it at your feet, and waiting patiently for the next round with a wagging tail. Whilmer is a polite social butterfly with other dogs, greeting them with playful bows and gracefully moving on if they’re not interested. In his foster home, he adores the two large resident dogs—playing chase with the younger one while respectfully honoring the boundaries of the older. He has wonderful manners with the foster family’s 9-year-old son and would likely do best with kids aged 7 and up due to his playful enthusiasm. When the fun winds down, Whilmer is all about snuggles and quiet companionship. He’s content just being near his people, soaking up love and giving it right back. While he’s not a match for homes with cats, he more than makes up for it with his devotion to his humans. One look into Whilmer’s kind, soulful eyes and you’ll see it clearly—he’s not just a good boy, he’s the good boy you’ve been waiting for. Interested in meeting this dapper fellow? Please contact Whilmer’s foster family to learn more or set up a meet-and-greet.