Name: Jake
Gender: Male
Breed: Mixed
Age: 11 weeks old (est. date of birth 10/29/24)
Weight: 19.9 lbs (Estimated adult weight: 50-65 lbs)
Current Location: Strasburg, VA
About Jake
Meet Jake, a mixed-breed pup with striking tricolor markings in black, tan, and white and expressive eyebrows that steal hearts at first glance. Jake’s gentle and endearing demeanor, combined with his playful puppy charm, makes him the perfect addition to any loving home.
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Snow day
What Makes Jake Special
Resilient Spirit: Jake and his siblings were found in a remote wooded area of Mississippi, left to fend for themselves. Thankfully, a kind adventurer on a 4x4 rescued them and brought them to safety. Despite his rough start, Jake’s gratitude shines through in his loving personality.
Sweet and Social: Jake loves people and other dogs, making him a wonderful companion in any setting. His gentle nature is as comforting as it is adorable.
Shepherd Mix Potential: Jake’s tricolor markings and build hint at possible shepherd ancestry, bringing both intelligence and loyalty to his personality.
Expressive Features: His distinctive markings and eyebrows give him an extra layer of charm, making him an unforgettable addition to your family.
Ideal Home
Jake would thrive in a home with:
- A family or individual committed to providing plenty of love, training, and exercise.
- A welcoming environment where he can continue to build confidence and grow into a well-mannered adult.
- Other dogs or children who can match his friendly and social personality.
Included Veterinary Care
- Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations
- Microchipped
- Heartworm preventative
- Flea and tick preventative
- Worm/parasite treatments
- Note: Jake is not neutered yet due to his young age, and his future family will need to arrange for this at the appropriate time.
Jake’s journey from a remote Mississippi forest to the loving care of his foster home is a testament to his resilience and gentle spirit. If you’re looking for a sweet, loyal, and endearing companion, Jake might just be the pup for you. Apply today to meet him and make him part of your family!
Please note that because this puppy is so young, it has only received 2 of the required 3 puppy distemper vaccines. This is very IMPORTANT because it means that the immune system will not be fully functioning until about 16 weeks of age. Until then, the puppy MUST stay out of public places where it could be exposed to the germs of other dogs. These no puppy zones include all pet stores, dog parks, and for apartment dwellers, areas used by other dogs. These requirements are strictly for the puppy’s medical safety and longevity.
This puppy is microchipped and up to date on age appropriate vaccines and monthly preventatives.
All adult dogs, cats, and kittens are altered prior to adoption. Puppies too young to be altered at the time of adoption must be brought to our partner vet in Ashland, VA for spay or neuter paid for by Operation Paws for Homes by 6 months of age. Adopters may choose to have the procedure done at their own vet before 6 months of age and be reimbursed the amount that the rescue would pay our partner vet in Ashland.
This dog's bio is based off the experiences of the foster and/or volunteers of OPH as well as any information that we received from the shelter or previous owner. This is very important because it means that while they may act one way in the foster’s home, you may experience something different in your home.