Max

Meet Max! <br/><br/>(This is a courtesy listing for a local dog in need of a new home. Great dog, well loved! Please apply at www.adoptapal.org/adopt in order to meet him )<br/><br/>Age: 8 years old<br/>Breed: Heeler Mix, approximately 65lbs<br/>Health: Neutered, fully recovered from double ACL surgery, microchipped, up-to-date on care<br/><br/>Good with: Dogs (Ignores neighborhood cats but doesnt live with cats. Think he would be fine.)<br/><br/>Kids: has been great with respectful kids who know how to politely interact with dogs<br/><br/>Ideal Home: Work-from-home, hybrid, or retired household<br/><br/>About Max:<br/>Max is a gentle, deeply loyal, and incredibly affectionate 8-year-old soul who wants nothing more than to be your steady companion. He is a total lovebug who thrives on human connection and will gladly snuggle up next to you on the couch for quiet companionship.<br/><br/>Maxs journey shows just how resilient he is: two years ago, he successfully underwent double ACL surgery and aced his 12-week recovery. Today, he is fully healed, mobile, and does fantastic! He has no behavioral issues, is completely house-trained, and is a wonderfully mannered gentleman in the home.<br/><br/>His Ideal Home & Emotional Needs:<br/>Max is a true "velveteen dog" whose primary motivation in life is simply being near his person. Because of his past transitions, Max experiences severe separation anxiety and needs a home that aligns with his emotional needs:<br/><br/>Daily Routine:<br/>Max thrives best with someone who works from home full-time, is retired, or has a household where someone is present most of the day.<br/><br/>Free-Roam Environment: <br/>Max cannot be kenneled (crate confinement heightens his anxiety). He does wonderfully free-roaming and never gets into any trouble when left alone.<br/><br/>Managing Anxiety: <br/>To keep him comfortable, he receives a calming treat about 30 minutes before his human leaves for more than an hour.<br/><br/>Lick Granuloma Care: <br/>When Max feels anxious, he tends to self-soothe by licking his front right leg, which has created a chronic lick granuloma. He has previously been prescribed Fluoxetine (Prozac) by a veterinarian, which was very effective at keeping his anxiety and licking in check if his new family chooses to continue prescription management.<br/><br/>Compatibility:<br/><br/>Other Dogs: Max does great with other dogs and benefits from having a calm canine companion to help him feel secure.<br/><br/>Cats: He has not been tested around cats.<br/><br/>Summary:<br/>Max is a resilient, deeply loving dog who has overcome a lot and just wants a peaceful, predictable home to spend his golden years. If you are looking for a loyal shadow, a dedicated cuddle buddy, and have a home where he won't have to spend long stretches alone, Max will give you all the love in the world in return.

Meet Max!

(This is a courtesy listing for a local dog in need of a new home. Great dog, well loved! Please apply at www.adoptapal.org/adopt in order to meet him )

Age: 8 years old
Breed: Heeler Mix, approximately 65lbs
Health: Neutered, fully recovered from double ACL surgery, microchipped, up-to-date on care

Good with: Dogs (Ignores neighborhood cats but doesnt live with cats. Think he would be fine.)

Kids: has been great with respectful kids who know how to politely interact with dogs

Ideal Home: Work-from-home, hybrid, or retired household

About Max:
Max is a gentle, deeply loyal, and incredibly affectionate 8-year-old soul who wants nothing more than to be your steady companion. He is a total lovebug who thrives on human connection and will gladly snuggle up next to you on the couch for quiet companionship.

Maxs journey shows just how resilient he is: two years ago, he successfully underwent double ACL surgery and aced his 12-week recovery. Today

Meet Max!

(This is a courtesy listing for a local dog in need of a new home. Great dog, well loved! Please apply at www.adoptapal.org/adopt in order to meet him )

Age: 8 years old
Breed: Heeler Mix, approximately 65lbs
Health: Neutered, fully recovered from double ACL surgery, microchipped, up-to-date on care

Good with: Dogs (Ignores neighborhood cats but doesnt live with cats. Think he would be fine.)

Kids: has been great with respectful kids who know how to politely interact with dogs

Ideal Home: Work-from-home, hybrid, or retired household

About Max:
Max is a gentle, deeply loyal, and incredibly affectionate 8-year-old soul who wants nothing more than to be your steady companion. He is a total lovebug who thrives on human connection and will gladly snuggle up next to you on the couch for quiet companionship.

Maxs journey shows just how resilient he is: two years ago, he successfully underwent double ACL surgery and aced his 12-week recovery. Today, he is fully healed, mobile, and does fantastic! He has no behavioral issues, is completely house-trained, and is a wonderfully mannered gentleman in the home.

His Ideal Home & Emotional Needs:
Max is a true "velveteen dog" whose primary motivation in life is simply being near his person. Because of his past transitions, Max experiences severe separation anxiety and needs a home that