Willie #what-a-great-dog

My story

TOP OF HIS OBEDIENCE CLASS  Appr. DOB 8/28/23, w eight  41 lbs Hey Hooman, they call me Willie! Even though I look like a basic-black Cattle Dog – don’t judge me by my looks! Because if you ask the humans who helped rescue me, they'll say that it’s my “if-you’re-down-I'm-down!” attitude that makes me so lovable. So much so that a group of people have rallied behind me to find me my forever home.  My rescue story is one that really shows how "it takes a village" to make rescue happen! A Good Samaritan found me as a stray who was probably dumped on the side of the busy Grand Parkway in front of the PetSmart in Richmond. He posted on Facebook and knocked on doors to find my owner or a foster home since he couldn't keep me. After bouncing around to several homes for my first few days post-rescue, I was ecstatic when my rescuer connected with HOPE, who networked to find a foster mom to love and care for me. At first being left alone was something I struggled with, but since my foster mom always leaves me with a delicious foraging item in my crate, I'm much more amenable to waiting for my partner in crime to get back home. I'm very intelligent (hello, Cattle Dog!) and catch on quickly to training. (I was top of my obedience class!) I also LOVE treats – so training me is not only a fun experience for us both but also a challenge for me to learn more tricks to show off to your friends. I already know how to automatically sit to say “please!” and have great eye contact. Eventually my time ran out with my temporary foster mom – so I now live in a boarding facility until someone falls in love with me.  Even though I was the only dog in my foster home, I'm curious when I meet other dogs on my walks (and tug on my leash when I see a cat that I want to chase). With some structure and delicious chicken, I started making better choices in no time! Now I get along with all but the alpha dogs at the kennel. If you do choose to adopt me – just know that wherever you are, I'll be napping nearby to wait for the next moment that I can climb in your lap for some snuggles or just some well-placed pats. Although I adore being loved by my people, I don't pester them for affection. I'm playful when it's playtime, but I settle down and happily chill out at my hooman's  feet while they read . Now the only eyes I'm trying to catch are those of my forever pawrent! Could that be you? Arrange to meet me today! My heart has so much love to give - all I need is YOU! HOPE ID D24-0810-0029 If you are interested in Willie and would like to fill out a Dog Adoption Application, please go to: http://www.homelesspets.net/adoption-forms/dog-adoption.php. Submitting an application does not obligate you to adopt, but it initiates contact with us and gets the process started. If you have questions prior to filling out the application, email us at lisagilchrist16@gmail.com and a volunteer will get back to you. June 2, 2025, 5:46 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Willie #what-a-great-dog, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.