Paisley / Walter

General Notes | Walter is truly a special soul. He's also a sharp cookie, boasting impressive training that makes him a joy to live with. He is sweet as they come if you are one of his people, and deserves the best home ever! Want to adopt this dog? Please do not email us. Please fill out the Adoption Application ASAP. Personality | Walter is an introvert at heart. He is also extremely intuitive. As the kids say, Walter goes off 'vibes'. He likes who he likes, and on the opposite spectrum, if he gets a feeling that he is not safe or welcomed, he will not want to interact. Walter is a loyal, loving, goofy, smart, kind-hearted lab. He deserves the absolute best - which includes an adopter who understands he needs to be checked in with routinely to see how he is coping and doing within any environment he is brought into, and never forced into situations that may make him feel unsafe.Story | Walter was found as a stray with his brother, Pluto, in Texas. He doted on his brother and was always watching over him, even when brought into a shelter. While in the shelter he watched over several other dogs and saw himself as their protector. His brother was adopted upon arrival in Colorado, and without a 'job' to do, and in a new place, Walter had to re-learn what was expected of him. For the first time in his life he has been able to relax and learn how to be a dog - and boy does he love toys and belly rubs!Other Dogs | Walter has the potential to make a great canine companion with thoughtful and proper introductions.Cats | Walter is not good with cats.Children | A home with older children who understand and respect boundaries is possible. Walter has been around kids, although is used to being the center of attention - and thrives when able to have lots of 1 on 1 time to keep up with his training!Training | Walter is a graduate of obedience school, knowing his "place" command like a pro. He's a master of the crate and completely potty trained as well. Walter is highly food and treat motivated, making continued learning a breeze! As recommended with all dogs, Walter does best with slow and steady introductions to new people and new animals. To set any adopter up for continued success, Walter's adoption includes three valuable training sessions with his current expert!Leash | Walks on a leash are a dream with this perfectly mannered boy.Activity Level | Walter has been enjoying jogging sessions with his trainer as of late, although he is also perfectly happy to nap on your feet and have a lazy day with you!Health Notes | Walter is heartworm positive, but treatment is very successful and completely manageable with all the proper education. MHLRM will cover the expense of treatment at one of our approved veterinarians. Heartworm positive dogs go on to live happy, normal lives after treatment and rarely experience long-term side effects. Don't let this stop you from adopting this handsome boy!Thank you! | Adoption Donations | Our adoption donations are $575 for dogs 8 weeks to 1 year old, $525 for 1 - 6 years old, $475 for dogs 7 - 10 years old, and $350 for 11+ years of age. Purebred dogs regardless of age are $625. These minimum donations help to defer the costs of initial vet care, food, transportation to Colorado, and supplies while in foster care that currently average over $750 per dog).Meeting Dogs | Foster dogs may have meet and greets by appointment to approved applicants only. To become an approved applicant - please complete the application process. We will not respond to emails about animal availability or allow meet and greets without an approved adoption application on file. Please Note | Available dogs are updated as soon as possible and we do our best to keep it up-to-date, but occasionally dogs shown may become unavailable without notice due to a pending adoption. We can not guarantee that a dog you wish to adopt is available by the time your adoption application is submitted, processed, and approved. Your application is good for one year from the date of applying for any dog as long as it is a good fit for your family and your lifestyle. We encourage you to put in an application even if you don't see your new family member currently, as once you are approved, we can place you on the waiting list for first priority on the selection of the dogs we do bring in. That means you can often meet a dog upon transport arrival and adopt before they even make it to this page!