Arlo

- Sweet, affectionate, and loves spending time with his people<br/>- Enjoys cuddling up with his person but is also happy relaxing independently nearby<br/>- Walks well on leash and responds well to direction, even when excited<br/>- Gets very excited to meet people and happily welcomes attention from those who want to pet him<br/>- Great car rider and eagerly hops in for adventures<br/>- Kept his crate clean throughout the day in foster care<br/>- Slept peacefully through the night and is an early riser-usually ready to start the day around 6 a.m.<br/>- Needs to be the only dog in the home. He reacts to other dogs with barking and growling, so a dog-free household will be the best fit for him.<br/>- Can get a little overly enthusiastic when excited and may occasionally try to hump. His foster was able to redirect him easily once they learned his cues.<br/>- Can be vocal when he hears things outside, whether they're real or imagined<br/>- Loves to play tug and can be very enthusiastic and vocal during the game-his dramatic noises are simply part of his play style!<br/>- Water isn't really his thing, so don't expect him to be your swimming or water-adventure buddy<br/><br/>Arlo is a fun-loving, affectionate guy who has a lot to offer. He's looking for a family who will appreciate his big personality, provide structure and guidance, and give him plenty of opportunities to enjoy life by their side.<br/><br/>*Arlo has a bite record: His previous owners attempted to break up a fight with him and another dog and were bitten in the process. <br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet with Arlo by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey.<br/><br/>Join our Foster program and become a hero for dogs like Arlo! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster.<br/><br/>____________________________________________________________<br/>ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE!<br/><br/>Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process<br/>- Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated!<br/><br/>Requirements And Donations<br/>- Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS).<br/>- Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards.<br/>- Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies.<br/>- Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available.<br/><br/>Location And Hours<br/>- Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; and Saturday 10AM-4PM.<br/>- We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations.<br/><br/>Bringing Your New Dog Home<br/>- The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/.<br/>- Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/.<br/><br/>Support ODHS<br/>Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.<br/>#Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster

- Sweet, affectionate, and loves spending time with his people
- Enjoys cuddling up with his person but is also happy relaxing independently nearby
- Walks well on leash and responds well to direction, even when excited
- Gets very excited to meet people and happily welcomes attention from those who want to pet him
- Great car rider and eagerly hops in for adventures
- Kept his crate clean throughout the day in foster care
- Slept peacefully through the night and is an early riser-usually ready to start the day around 6 a.m.
- Needs to be the only dog in the home. He reacts to other dogs with barking and growling, so a dog-free household will be the best fit for him.
- Can get a little overly enthusiastic when excited and may occasionally try to hump. His foster was able to redirect him easily once they learned his cues.
- Can be vocal when he hears things outside, whether they're real or imagined
- Loves to play tug and can be very enthusiastic and vocal during the game-his dramatic n

- Sweet, affectionate, and loves spending time with his people
- Enjoys cuddling up with his person but is also happy relaxing independently nearby
- Walks well on leash and responds well to direction, even when excited
- Gets very excited to meet people and happily welcomes attention from those who want to pet him
- Great car rider and eagerly hops in for adventures
- Kept his crate clean throughout the day in foster care
- Slept peacefully through the night and is an early riser-usually ready to start the day around 6 a.m.
- Needs to be the only dog in the home. He reacts to other dogs with barking and growling, so a dog-free household will be the best fit for him.
- Can get a little overly enthusiastic when excited and may occasionally try to hump. His foster was able to redirect him easily once they learned his cues.
- Can be vocal when he hears things outside, whether they're real or imagined
- Loves to play tug and can be very enthusiastic and vocal during the game-his dramatic noises are simply part of his play style!
- Water isn't really his thing, so don't expect him to be your swimming or water-adventure buddy

Arlo is a fun-loving, affectionate guy who has a lot to offer. He's looking for a family who will appreciate his big personality, provide structure and guidance, and give him plenty of opportunities to enjoy life by their side.

*Arlo has a