Meet Axel!Axel is an ~11-month-old, 40 lb tricolor pittie/labrador mix with the gentlest, most affectionate personality. He loves being close to his people (he'll happily follow you from room to room) and spends much of the day snoozing nearby, often tucked under a desk while you work.Axel has made huge strides in foster care in just a couple of weeks. Inside the home, he's doing amazing: playful during playtime, very food-motivated, and starting to build independence. He's also making great progress with potty training, especially when he has access to a private outdoor space.He loves other dogs and has done incredibly well in homes with multiple dogs: playing, running, and curling up to nap with them. Because of this, he would likely thrive in a home with another well-adjusted dog to help continue building his confidence.Axel can be a bit timid in new environments and is still gaining confidence on leash, but he's curious and improving every day. He's also working through some separation anxiety, but has already made nice progress and is learning to settle with time.Overall, Axel is incredibly sweet, gentle, affectionate, and playful, and truly just wants love and connection. He would do best in a home with a yard and adopters who can offer patience, structure, and continued training as he builds confidence (plus lots of snuggles!).Axel is already such a special dog, and with time and consistency, he's only going to grow into an even more incredible, loving companion.Dogs are not placed on a first-come, first-serve basis. We strive to find the perfect home for each animal. Applications may take up to 48 hours to process. All CAWS animals are fixed, microchipped, and vaccinated. His adoption fee is $200. If you are interested in adopting a CAWS pet, please fill out an online application at http://caws.org/adoption-application If you are interested in adopting a CAWS pet, please fill out an online application at https://caws.org/adoption-application