Richie is a handsome 6 month old Shepherd mix who was rescued with his siblings after they were surrendered to a Great Dog volunteer. We don’t know much about the pups, except that they were born to a stray mom and until recently, only knew the feelings of survival and hunger. But no more. Richie is adjusting to human contact and to life with a home, food, and love. He loves to play with his siblings and his other doggy pals – he especially enjoys a belly rub (even more than a treat!). Richie is learning to trust and appreciate the love and attention of people; he seems to have more quickly trusted the 4 and 5 year old children in his foster home than the adults, but he’s doing great with the adults too. He will need to continue to have lots of human socialization and positive experiences, but your effort will be rewarded with an unbreakable bond and a loyal friend and companion. He is fine with other dogs; untested with cats but young enough to be taught to live with them. He is not yet house broken, but surely ready to learn. Richie is a sweet young dog who will thrive in a home where he will get lots of love, attention, patience, and time with his people so he can grow to be the best adult dog he can be. He is about 20#, healthy, neutered, and UTD on shots.

To adopt or learn more about Richie,  you must fill out an adoption application.