Energy Level 3 - Enjoys walks, mental stimulation, and some playtime.
Name: Arlo
Gender: Male
Breed: American Eskimo/Husky Mix
Age: 6 years
Weight: 20 lbs
Current Location: Mechanicsville, VA
Personality
Arlo is a sweet and loyal pup who loves to be near his people. Though a little timid at first, he warms up quickly and has already shown what a gentle and well-mannered dog he is. He’s been calm and friendly from the moment he arrived.
Energy Level
Moderate. Arlo enjoys sprinting around the yard and going for walks but is also happy to relax nearby and be a quiet companion.
Skills and Training
He impressed his foster family right away with his calm demeanor during a grooming session, including a bath, hair trim, and lots of brushing. He has great mealtime manners—no begging or jumping—and is already showing his eagerness to please. He's completely house trained and is happy and quiet in his crate overnight. His leash manners are in progress, and he's learning how to walk nicely and greet passers-by without barking. He is gentle with the household cats and lets them have their space. He would likely do fine with another dog once he learns there's nothing to fear.
Companionship
Arlo loves being by someone's side and would thrive in a home where he can be a steady presence; he loves being included in the day-to-day routine. However, he is also flexible and content to chill on his own when his people have work to do.
Love and Affection
This little guy has a lot of love to give. Whether sitting beside you quietly or following you from room to room, Arlo makes sure you know he’s there for you.
Included Veterinary Care:
- Visit to veterinarian for health certificate
- Up to date on vaccinations for his age
- Neutered
- Microchipped
- Heartworm preventative
- Flea and tick preventative
- Worm/parasite treatments
Arlo's health is currently being managed with prescription renal support food.
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.