Mateo Mixed Breed Fredericksburg, VA

Approximate DOB: 5/17/23
Approximate Weight: 25-28lbs

I’m Mateo, and my foster mom says I’m the bestest boy! I’m sort of “medium-ish” because I can look like a bigger dog with my long legs and torso, but I can also curl up into a small ball, and I can (mostly) fit comfortably on a lap - or at least I’ll be comfy! I’m an outgoing guy and I really like meeting new people and new dogs. I make friends quickly, but sometimes I jump up on people to get a closer look at them and my foster mom corrects me. I do my best to make my foster mom happy, but once in a while my enthusiasm gets the better of me. Thank goodness I’m cute so no one stays upset with me for long!

My foster mom also says I have great house manners, I’m good on a leash, and I’m great in my crate. I enjoy toys and treats, and I love to chew on things, so I have proper bones and bully sticks to keep me from chewing things I shouldn’t.

And boy do I love being petted and snuggled. Have room for me next to you on your couch, by your chair, or on your kitchen floor? I’ll follow you anywhere if you’re giving me love and attention. Honestly, if you come meet me I’ll probably want to follow you right out the door!

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Visit our website for an application to adopt.
https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-application

What breed am I? Mixed mutt! ODHS does not breed label (unless there’s official paperwork), as studies show it is nearly impossible to tell the exact breed of each dog based off of their appearance.

Educational article:
3/3/3 rule:
https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/?fbclid=IwAR2iv5m7fqk3FieO7LOsstGeGsYYV_F1rJOd1BPxaImofLpcinpYsUbFRWs

Adoption Donations are $275 for an adult, $375 for puppies (a dog under one year of age), and $175 for a senior dog (based on the age of the dog). Adoption donations are to be made via cash, check, and credit/debit card. There is a $5 fee to run cards.

Please remember to bring a martingale collar and leash (non-retractable) with you the day of the adoption.

We typically have adoption events on Wednesday 5-7pm, Fridays 6-8pm and Saturday noon to 4pm. Our adoption center is located at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Suite 101, Fredericksburg, VA 22408. It's important that you keep an eye on your emails for any changes or updates during the adoption process.

Old Dominion Humane Society is a volunteer based organization. We are run completely by volunteers, who also have full time jobs, so we appreciate your patience. Currently, the average timeframe for a response to your application is 1 week.

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Note: ODHS only adopts to Virginia and surrounding states (including D.C.). A $50 out of state fee applies.