If you're looking for a sweet older gentleman with impeccable manners, a love of snackos, and killer puppy face, look no further than Gumbo!
He may be 12 years old, but he's got plenty of pep and lots of love to give. He enjoys a leisurely stroll to take in all the new smells, and if you stop by some grass he'll entertain you with a couple rolls and leg kicks (which is Gumbo for "please rub my belly!"). He has received a thorough vetting with AARF and he is as healthy as can be! Since he has had skin issues, we are recommending a neutral protein diet - fish, lamb, or turkey - but he's not picky, he loves all food! The only med he'll need to take in his forever home are once a day joint supplements, which he takes like a champ with peanut butter. He loooves peanut butter!
He is being fostered in a home with cats who enjoy snuggling with him on the couch, and stealing his food. Gumbo couldn't care less! He's met dogs of varying energy levels and responds with the same low-key tail wags and sniffs to each of them. He loves walking into a room of people and greeting each person one by one to test out their booty scritching skills, and seems particularly drawn to kids. Even though he's an older pup, we think he'd be happy in a family or with another doggo, so he can choose to participate or nap on the couch - whichever mood he's in. He loves a work from home person so that he can nap by your feet (ahem, monitor your work productivity). He is fully house trained and goes easily into his crate with a treat, but is also a very respectful boy who chooses naps over chaos when left alone.
Gumbo also loves car rides! Like, loves car rides. He's a perfect backseat passenger who loves to poke his snout out the window and feel the wind in his fur.
We aren't sure what his first 12 years were like, and at least the most recent years were tough on the poor guy, but he's proven that he's got a zest and love for the softer, sweeter life. Will that be with you?
If you'd like to take Gumbo home, please fill out an adoption application at this link - https://animalalliesrescue.org/dog-application. The adoption fee is $150 and covers all expenses needed to prepare dogs like this one for their forever homes. By the time you meet them, they've already been spayed/neutered (if age-appropriate) and microchipped. They've been checked by a veterinarian and are up to date on necessary vaccinations, including Rabies and DHLPP. They have also been tested for heartworm and tick-borne diseases and have started heartworm and flea preventative medication. Some of our dogs have even undergone extensive medical care to ensure they're ready for a happy, healthy life with you!
