WALLY - AMERICAN STAFFORDSHIRE TERRIER / LABRADOR RETRIEVER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 450. Meet Wally, the goodest of boys you'll ever meet! He has come a long way to find his perfect home and is working hard to heal from a troubled past. Wally was rescued as a puppy from a dog-fighting ring and spent most of his young life in an animal control facility while the criminal case unfolded. Because of this, he has developed separation anxiety and other mental health challenges. These mainly manifest as whining, pacing, and panting when separated from his people. He is currently being treated with medication and is making great progress with training, time, and lots of love and care. Wally's greatest wish is to spend his time and love on his people. Cuddling is his favorite pastime, and his undying mission is to sneak in licks whenever possible. He loves to squeeze in between his foster mom and the couch, wrapping himself around her while she works. Wally would love a home where he can always be with you, maybe as your work buddy or errand-running partner. A spot in your bed for all-night cuddles would be his dream come true! While he is still learning about toys, he's become an expert at removing the limbs from his stuffies. His foster family thinks he would enjoy tougher toys once he gets the hang of playing. With a soft, shiny dark brown coat and adorable webbed toes, you'll be treated to a tap dance every time he's happy. Wally has taken to potty training like a champ, and while obedience training may be a longer process, he is so eager to please. Can you give Wally the safe and loving home he's been waiting for? If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Lots
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Skittish Affectionate Gentle Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No