Dexter

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Dexter

Parma, OH

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Adoption Fee

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Dexter's Story

Meet Dexter — your future best friend with a soft heart and a playful spirit <br/><br/>Dexter is a 5-year-old Swiss Mountain Dog mix (DOB 2/11/21) who beautifully blends curiosity, playfulness, and calm companionship. With his medium energy level and gentle, mild-mannered personality, he’s just as happy heading out to explore the world as he is curling up next to you for a cozy cuddle session.<br/><br/>This sweet boy is a total lovebug—chest rubs are his absolute favorite, and he’ll happily soak up all the affection you have to give. When it’s time to play, Dexter is all in, especially if toys are involved. Tug-of-war is one of his favorite games, and he brings a fun, playful energy without ever being overwhelming.<br/><br/>Dexter is also a smart and well-mannered gentleman. He knows commands like "sit," "shake," and "high five," and if you tell him "off," he’ll politely let go of whatever is in his mouth or hop off the furniture. He’s crate trained and reported to be housetrained, making him an easy companion to welcome into your home. He even has a bit of a foodie side—Dexter is a self-proclaimed bread connoisseur with a special love for blueberries <br/><br/>He weighs _____ pounds and came to us as an owner surrender when his family fell on hard times. Despite the change, Dexter has remained the sweet, loving boy he’s always been. No cats for Dexter. Children 5 years and older are fine. Compatibility with other dogs is unknown. If you have a resident dog, a meet and greet must be scheduled. <br/><br/>Dexter is already neutered and is available through our foster-to-adopt program, which allows you to bring him home while he completes his vetting with our shelter team, including vaccinations, a microchip, and heartworm testing.<br/><br/>If you’re ready to give a kind, cuddly, toy-loving boy the fresh start he deserves, Dexter is ready to meet you. Please email dogadoptions@parmashelter.org and submit an online adoption application for Dexter. His adoption fee is $160.

Meet Dexter — your future best friend with a soft heart and a playful spirit

Dexter is a 5-year-old Swiss Mountain Dog mix (DOB 2/11/21) who beautifully blends curiosity, playfulness, and calm companionship. With his medium energy level and gentle, mild-mannered personality, he’s just as happy heading out to explore the world as he is curling up next to you for a cozy cuddle session.

This sweet boy is a total lovebug—chest rubs are his absolute favorite, and he’ll happily soak up all the affection you have to give. When it’s time to play, Dexter is all in, especially if toys are involved. Tug-of-war is one of his favorite games, and he brings a fun, playful energy without ever being overwhelming.

Dexter is also a smart and well-mannered gentleman. He knows commands like "sit," "shake," and "high five," and if you tell him "off," he’ll politely let go of whatever is in his mouth or hop off the furniture. He’s crate trained and reported to be housetrained, making him an easy companion to welcome int

Meet Dexter — your future best friend with a soft heart and a playful spirit

Dexter is a 5-year-old Swiss Mountain Dog mix (DOB 2/11/21) who beautifully blends curiosity, playfulness, and calm companionship. With his medium energy level and gentle, mild-mannered personality, he’s just as happy heading out to explore the world as he is curling up next to you for a cozy cuddle session.

This sweet boy is a total lovebug—chest rubs are his absolute favorite, and he’ll happily soak up all the affection you have to give. When it’s time to play, Dexter is all in, especially if toys are involved. Tug-of-war is one of his favorite games, and he brings a fun, playful energy without ever being overwhelming.

Dexter is also a smart and well-mannered gentleman. He knows commands like "sit," "shake," and "high five," and if you tell him "off," he’ll politely let go of whatever is in his mouth or hop off the furniture. He’s crate trained and reported to be housetrained, making him an easy companion to welcome into your home. He even has a bit of a foodie side—Dexter is a self-proclaimed bread connoisseur with a special love for blueberries

He weighs _____ pounds and came to us as an owner surrender when his family fell on hard times. Despite the change, Dexter has remained the sweet, loving boy he’s always been. No cats for Dexter. Children 5 years and older are fine. Compatibility with other do

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How To Adopt

Dexter was listed as Adoptable by Parma Animal Shelter. Inc
How can I adopt Dexter?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Parma Animal Shelter. Inc. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Dexter is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Parma Animal Shelter. Inc for details on the pet.
When can I meet Dexter?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Parma Animal Shelter. Inc will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dexter, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Parma Animal Shelter. Inc, and they'll be happy to help!
Parma Animal Shelter. Inc's Adoption Policy
We are open daily 5-7 pm and Sat/Sun 10-12 and 5-7 . We strongly suggest you submit an application to adopt prior to visiting. To submit an adoption application, check out our adoption policy page and please fill out this form. You will be contacted via email within 5 days with approval or denial information! – Cat / Kitten Adoption Form on our website For questions about cats of any age contact: catadoptions@parmashelter.org FOR DOGS Please go to our website to fill out the dog adoption/fostering inquiry. Any questions please email dogadoptions@parmashelter.org Dog adoption/foster inquiry – submit form on our website It may take 24-48 hours to process your application and receive a response back to schedule an appointment. We will contact you to answer any questions you may have. We appreciate your patience while you wait to be contacted. Applications for cats/kittens are taken in the order they are received. For dogs: You will be contacted once we receive your submitted adoption application. Thank you for your interest in adopting! Adoption Fees Kittens (Under 6 months) are $100, a second kitten is $50. Adult cats (6 months through 7 years) are $50, a second cat is $25. Senior cats (8 years and older) are $25. Puppies (Under 7 months) are $200. If they want to adopt a second puppy, it is full price. Small Dogs (7 months to 7 years) 25 lbs. and under are $200. Adult dogs (7 months to 7 years) are $160. Senior dogs 7 years and older are $85. If they want to adopt a second adult dog or senior dog, it is ½ price. (If they want to adopt 1 adult and 1 senior, the senior dog is the one that is ½ price.) *If adopting one adult dog and one senior dog, the senior dog will be half-priced.

Dexter is from Parma Animal Shelter. Inc

[Parma, OH]

Our Mission
Please visit our website https://parmashelter.org/about-parma-animal-shelter/mission-and-vision/
Today's hours: 5-7 pm
Location
6260 State Road Parma, OH, 44134

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