Meet Little Wolf, a handsome 2-year-old, 18-pound boy who is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, free of parasites, and very ready to find his person.
Little Wolf is sweet, playful, active, and absolutely loves other dogs. He enjoys his walks, does well in the car and crate, and once he decides you are safe, he is incredibly affectionate.
He is also still a work in progress.
When Little Wolf first came into foster care, he was severely matted, nervous, and protective. We do not know much about his life before rescue, but it is clear he did not receive the grooming, structure, or training he needed. Since then, he has made meaningful progress and continues to become more confident.
Little Wolf tends to warm up more quickly to women and may need a little extra time and patience with men. He is not looking for someone who expects instant perfection. He needs someone who understands that trust is built through consistency, routine, and positive experiences.
One thing Little Wolf has very strong feelings about?
Other dogs are AWESOME.
He loves to play and would be a fantastic companion for another playful dog. He may be too enthusiastic for a dog who values personal space, but he could also do well as an only dog as long as his person is able to give him plenty of attention, exercise, and interaction.
His feelings about cats are still somewhat unknown. We think he may be able to live with a confident, dog-savvy cat, but careful introductions and the right feline personality would be important.
Little Wolf also LOVES his walks. His foster home typically takes him out twice a day for walks of a little over a mile, and he is happiest when he has an opportunity to get outside, explore, and burn off some energy.
He travels well, rides nicely in the car, and is comfortable in a crate, making him a pretty easy companion for adventures.
House training is still a work in progress, but he is improving. He enjoys marking and exploring outside, so frequent potty breaks and a consistent routine will help. He is also perfectly comfortable wearing a belly band while he continues working on his manners.
Because Little Wolf can become nippy when frightened or overwhelmed, we are looking for a home without young children. A calmer household where people can respect his boundaries and allow him to decompress will set him up for success.
And there is a LOT to love about this guy:
• Young and healthy• Handsome and freshly groomed• Loves other dogs• Great walking companion• Crate trained• Good in the car• Playful and active• Very affectionate once he trusts you• Making steady progress with confidence and house training
Little Wolf does not need someone to "fix" him.
He needs someone willing to show him, consistently, that he is safe.
Someone who will keep him active, help him continue building confidence, give him appropriate boundaries, and understand that the payoff for a little patience may be an incredibly devoted companion.
Little Wolf is fostered in the East San Francisco Bay Area, and we are open to out-of-area adopters who are willing to travel to meet him.
If you think Little Wolf might be your dog, email [email protected] and tell us a little about your home, your lifestyle, and how you would help him continue working through the challenges he is still overcoming.
He has already come a long way.
Now he just needs someone willing to help him finish the journey.
GENERAL INFO:
Housebroken?: Making progress
Crate Trained?: Yes
Leash Trained?: Yes
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: Yes
Good with cats?: We think so
Good with dogs?: Yes
Qualifies for Seniors for Seniors?: No
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 5
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run, non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.
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We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.