Motaba

Approximate Age: 5 years<br/>Approximate Weight: 60 lbs<br/><br/>Meet Motaba <br/><br/> Extremely loving and affectionate - an expert cuddler<br/> Loves meeting people and has never met a stranger<br/> Moderately active and enjoys daily walks but is just as happy relaxing at home<br/> Smart and eager to learn - knows sit and paw, sits politely before meals, and is learning new tricks like "turn around" and "paw"<br/> Enjoys playing with stuffed toys-plays gently and does not destroy toys<br/> Very food-motivated, which makes training fun and rewarding<br/> Smart and responsive, especially when treats are involved (counter surfing attempts included if food is easily within reach!)<br/> Crate trained and respectful - does not destroy bedding or toys and settles well<br/> Excellent car rider and enjoys outings<br/> Walks very well on leash but can pull when excited or distracted by squirrels etc<br/> Very clean and tidy and will avoid mud, puddles, and dirt when possible<br/><br/>Things to know:<br/> Needs slow, patient introductions with unfamiliar dogs, but once comfortable he enjoys their company and has begun playing with his foster siblings<br/> Strong boy who can react to distractions like small animals, running kids, or other dogs on walks<br/> Has a high prey drive, so a home without cats, chickens, or other small animals is best<br/> Secure doors and awareness are important, as he may try to explore if given the chance<br/> Has a history of seizures that are well controlled with daily medication<br/><br/>Motaba is a big, affectionate sweetheart who has adjusted beautifully to life in a home. His favorite things are cuddling with his people, following you from room to room, and going on daily walks. If you're looking for a loyal shadow and champion snuggler, Motaba is your guy!!<br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet with Motaba 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 dog's like Motaba! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster.<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; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM.<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

Approximate Age: 5 years
Approximate Weight: 60 lbs

Meet Motaba

Extremely loving and affectionate - an expert cuddler
Loves meeting people and has never met a stranger
Moderately active and enjoys daily walks but is just as happy relaxing at home
Smart and eager to learn - knows sit and paw, sits politely before meals, and is learning new tricks like "turn around" and "paw"
Enjoys playing with stuffed toys-plays gently and does not destroy toys
Very food-motivated, which makes training fun and rewarding
Smart and responsive, especially when treats are involved (counter surfing attempts included if food is easily within reach!)
Crate trained and respectful - does not destroy bedding or toys and settles well
Excellent car rider and enjoys outings
Walks very well on leash but can pull when excited or distracted by squirrels etc
Very clean and tidy and will avoid mud, puddles, and dirt when possible

Things to know:
Needs slow, patient introdu

Approximate Age: 5 years
Approximate Weight: 60 lbs

Meet Motaba

Extremely loving and affectionate - an expert cuddler
Loves meeting people and has never met a stranger
Moderately active and enjoys daily walks but is just as happy relaxing at home
Smart and eager to learn - knows sit and paw, sits politely before meals, and is learning new tricks like "turn around" and "paw"
Enjoys playing with stuffed toys-plays gently and does not destroy toys
Very food-motivated, which makes training fun and rewarding
Smart and responsive, especially when treats are involved (counter surfing attempts included if food is easily within reach!)
Crate trained and respectful - does not destroy bedding or toys and settles well
Excellent car rider and enjoys outings
Walks very well on leash but can pull when excited or distracted by squirrels etc
Very clean and tidy and will avoid mud, puddles, and dirt when possible

Things to know:
Needs slow, patient introductions with unfamiliar dogs, but once comfortable he enjoys their company and has begun playing with his foster siblings
Strong boy who can react to distractions like small animals, running kids, or other dogs on walks
Has a high prey drive, so a home without cats, chickens, or other small animals is best
Secure doors and awareness are important, as he may try to explore if given th