Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Oliver. This handsome boy is safe, warm, and living indoors for the very first time in his young life. For months, Oliver endured a life tied to a tree with little room to move and no shelter to protect him. Concerned neighbors repeatedly contacted the police and animal control, but no action was taken to help him. Fortunately, when his owner abandoned him, we were able to step in and give Oliver a chance at a brighter future. Oliver has been in his foster home for two weeks now, settling in with his foster mom, Lou, her husband, Scotty, and their two German Shepherds, Knox and Dozer. He had an easy introduction to his new pack and seems to enjoy their company. At first, he stuck close to the senior pup and pack leader, Dozer, learning the ropes. Before long, he found a playful buddy in Knox and has even discovered the toy box! Oliver loves to entertain himself with toys, showing us the joyful, curious spirit that was waiting to shine through. We checked in with his foster mom, Lou, for an update: “Oliver is the sweetest boy and absolutely loves to cuddle. He’s so happy to be inside, warm, and part of a family. He has great house manners and is completely housebroken—he hasn’t had a single accident since he arrived. I’ve been slowly introducing the crate to him, and he’s learning that it’s a safe and cozy spot. When Scotty and I are out of the house for a few hours, we crate him since he and Knox are still young dogs who can’t quite be trusted not to get into mischief. At night, though, I now let him sleep out with the pack, and he does just fine. Oliver is naturally more of a submissive dog, which made introducing him to my boys one of the easiest I’ve done. He’s happy to follow their lead, and all three dogs sit calmly while we prepare their food. There hasn’t been a single argument between them, and Oliver shows no food aggression—remarkable, considering how skinny he was and what he’s been through. He’s really starting to settle into life as a confident, happy dog. The first few days, he was a bit scared of everything, which is understandable with all the new sights, sounds, and routines. But now he’s totally comfortable. He loves the couch, warm blankets, and snuggling with either me or Scotty whenever we sit down. He’s also a big fan of butt scratches! Energy-wise, Oliver is low to moderate, which is surprising for such a young dog. I haven’t heard him bark yet, but he does whine like a little baby puppy, which is both sweet and funny. Overall, he’s a gentle, loving, and very good boy who’s soaking up all the love and comfort he’s been missing.” ******** Oliver has quickly embraced home life and is thriving in his new environment. Now that he’s settled in and feeling safe and loved, his adolescent side is coming out…like stealing his foster mom’s slipper or following Knox’s lead to get into mischief. It’s great to see. Over the next few weeks, his foster mom will test out his leash skills and socialize him further with outings to the local pet store and Home Depot. Oliver has already been to the vet and Tractor Supply and did wonderfully. He charmed the vet staff, was an excellent patient, and calmly met strangers in the store. His calm demeanor and sweet personality shine as he adjusts to life as a loved and cared-for pup. He’s a pretty impressive boy! Oliver will be coming to the DC metro area in February. ry. Apply today to learn more! BREED ESTIMATE: AmStaff/Boxer Mix GENDER: Male APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 52 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 1 year old COAT TYPE: short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 VET INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped LOCATION: Rock, Hill, SC - Coming to N. VA in February FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area. January 25, 2025, 9:23 am
