AXEL - NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND / AKITA / MIXED (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Norwegian Elkhound / Akita / Mixed (long coat). Adoption Fee: $350. Axel is a truly special dog with a heart full of love and loyalty. Through no fault of his own, Axel found himself in a high-kill shelter after his previous owners wer e forced to move and couldn’t take him along. Believed to be a mix of Elkhound and Akita, Axel is not only strikingly handsome but also uniquely charming Highly intelligent, joyful, and full of energy, Axel thrives on playtime—he especially loves chasing tennis balls and playing games like hide-and-seek in the yard. He’s the kind of dog who will keep you laughing with his enthusiasm and cleverness. He’ll sit between your legs while you prepare his meals, nudge you gently when he wants attention, and even remind you when it’s bedtime—curling up beside you if allowed. Axel loves the outdoors and would do best with a securely fenced yard where he can explore freely. He prefers to be the only dog in the home as his previous owner stated that he is not used to living with other dogs, but his lively personality and deep affection more than make up for it—he’s all the dog you’ll need! He’s fully house-trained, non-destructive when left alone, and always happy just being wherever you are. Axel needs some work learning how to walk on leash without pulling but that’s true for most dogs who were never trained to walk on leash. His foster mom and dad are working with him on this and he is enjoying the walks with them. Axel is 5 years old and about 55 lbs. He would do best in a home with older teenagers or adults as he is used to a lower traffic household. Axel adapts quickly to new routines and will greet you every day with a wagging tail and a happy heart. His fosters are confident that Axel will bring warmth, laughter, and endless love to the right home. He’s just waiting for someone to give him that chance. If this special guy sounds like the right fit for you send us an email at almosthome4dogsyahoo to inquire! (Local adoptions preferred — Philadelphia and tri-state area [South Jersey and northern Delaware] only.) PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTACTING US! We are NOT a shelter: All of our dogs live in private homes with foster families. Come and meet the Almost Home dogs and their fosters at our Meet & Greet events, where you can learn more about our wonderful dogs from the people who live with them, find out which dogs are on their way and when they’ll arrive, and fill out an application to adopt or foster. We cannot adopt to homes where electric-shock fencing systems or training collars are used. For more information on the dangers of electric-shock collars, please visit banshockcollars.ca/studies.php . We do not have an online adoption application; to request an application, e-mail us at AlmostHome4Dogsyahoo. To speed e-mail processing time, be sure to note the name of the dog you are inquiring about in the Subject line. For Meet & Greet times and locations, visit our home page, where you also will find information on our adoption process and fees. FOSTER FAMILIES ARE LIFESAVERS!! Can you open your heart and home for a few weeks to homeless shelter dog? Remember, by fostering a dog, you save TWO lives — that of your foster dog, and that of the dog who takes his place in the shelter! Come to a Meet & Greet and find out if fostering is for you — there's no reward quite like the feeling that you've saved a life ... or two!

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:

  Long

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Other:	Housetrained

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations