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Balto
Newport News, VA at Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter
German Shepherd
Adult
Male
Large
Key Facts About Balto
Name
Balto
Species
Dog
Breed
German Shepherd / Mix
Age
Adult
Sex
Male
Size
Large
Color
Yellow & Brown
Adoption Fee
50
Location
Newport News, VA
Shelter
Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter
Status
Available
Balto is a adult male German Shepherd/Mix (large) available for adoption at Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter in Newport News, VA. Adoption fee: 50.
About This Dog
Meet Balto!Balto is a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix looking for a patient and understanding forever home. He's a nervous boy who needs someone willing to move at his pace and help him build confidence.Balto is still working on housetraining, so a family prepared for positive reinforcement training will be the …
What WeRescue Scout knows about Balto
Balto needs a calm, patient home with older children who can respect his boundaries and help him feel safe. A patient owner willing to use positive reinforcement and build his confidence over time would be the perfect match.
Best suited to homes with children aged 12+
Good to know
- Requires a home with children over 12 years old
- Needs a patient owner with experience in building confidence in shy dogs
- Not yet housetrained; requires consistent positive reinforcement training
Good with kids
Good with other dogs
estimated
Not recommended for homes with cats
estimated
High energy — needs exercise
estimated
Knows some basics
Best for experienced owners
Adaptable to apartment life
estimated
Very affectionate
estimated
Heavy shedder
estimated
Has special needs
WeRescue Scout summarized this from the shelter's original listing and may include estimates. Please contact Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter to confirm any details before adopting.
Learn About the Breed
Coat Colors
Yellow
Brown
Shelter Last Updated
WeRescue Last Checked
About Balto
Physical
Mixed Breed
Spayed/Neutered
Color: Yellow
Size: Large
Other
Animal ID: 61800211
Adoption Fee: 50
Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter
Animal ShelterThe Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter (PRAS) is a collaborative venture supported by four separate Hampton Roads communities: Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, and York County.
Address
5843 Jefferson Avenue,
Newport News, VA 23605
Phone
(757) 933-8900
Email
[email protected]
Website
Visit Website
Application
Apply Online
Service Areas
Hampton Roads; Newport News, Poquoson, York County and Hampton
Adoption Process
Mission Statement
"A New Vision for a Community Dedicated to the Well-being of Animals"
Important: Information regarding adoptable pets is provided by the adopting organization and is neither checked for accuracy or completeness nor guaranteed to be accurate or complete. The health status and behavior of any pet found, adopted through, or listed on the WeRescue app are the sole responsibility of the adoption organization listing the same and/or the adopting party. See our Terms of Service for more information.
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Adoption Fee
50
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This pet is at
Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter
5843 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA 23605
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