Pepito Husky Issaquah, WA

Hello there! My name is Pepito, and I’m a goofy, fun-loving guy with a heart full of love to give. I’m known for my sweet and affectionate personality, and I’ll always greet you with pure joy and enthusiasm.

I have a stunning coat in shades of grey, white, and a touch of coffee brown, paired with mesmerizing blue eyes that’ll captivate anyone who meets me. My journey hasn’t been easy—I spent nearly three months in an overcrowded shelter in Southern California, stuck in a kennel. But thanks to some amazing humans who believed in me, I made my way to the Pacific Northwest, where I’ve been thriving ever since!

I love going for walks, running free at off-leash dog parks, and exploring nature trails while keeping a curious eye on bunnies and squirrels. At home, I’m happy to just hang out by your side, providing companionship and warmth.

I’m perfectly content being your one and only adventure buddy, or I’m also good in a home with another friendly dog. Whether it’s outdoor adventures or cozy nights at home, I’m ready to make every moment special with you.

Are you ready to be my forever family? Let’s explore the Pacific Northwest together and make unforgettable memories. I can’t wait to meet you!

Please contact my rescue PawesomeBaby if you like to meet me! I’m available for meetups in the Pacific Northwest!”
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Here is what Pepito’s foster parents got to say about him -
“He is the first dog we have cared for, and he has been an absolute joy—perfectly manageable even for first-time dog owners! He’s incredibly affectionate, loves belly rubs after any activity, and enjoys spending time relaxing on his own as much as he loves being with his people.”

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About Pepito:
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• Age: approx 3 yrs
• Weighs 43 lb / 20 kg approx
• Neutered, up to date on vaccines (Rabies, DHPP, Lepto, Bordetella), fecal test, heartworm, Snap 4 DX tests done.
• Potty trained
• People friendly - He is friendly and playful with all humans, but does better with bigger humans (no kids) as he can be jumpy.
• Dog friendly - He is friendly with playful, friendly dogs.

You will be adopting a dog who got the medical care listed below -

• Spay/neuter
• Rabies, DHPP, Lepto, Bordetella vaccines
• Negative fecal test or dewormed
• Heartworm test, Snap 4 DX, CBC blood tests
• very attentive care from his amazing foster humans!

We are looking for adopters in Washington state or BC Canada. We may consider neighboring states too, if it’s a perfect match for him!
Please contact to schedule a meetup!
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Training:
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Pepito is an eager and quick learner, especially when he gets one-on-one time with his human!

What He Knows So Far:
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With consistent training, Pepito has already mastered several commands, including:

* Sit
* Stay
* Come
* Handshake
* Walk-with-me

After almost 3 months at his foster home, he has built a good bond with his foster parents.

Current Training Focus:
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• Leash Pulling: Pepito can get excited and pull on the leash when he spots squirrels or bunnies. His foster parents, who are first-time dog owners, worked with a wonderful local trainer Canine Connections Coaching (https://canineconnectionscoaching.ca).
He is only 40 lb, so pulling isn’t so hard to manage for an average person.

Training Resources:
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Regardless of who you adopt, we recommend training your pup regularly, to build an everlasting bond with your pup and help them continue to be an amazing canine citizen. Pepito’s trainer has created fantastic YouTube videos covering a range of training topics, which we will share with you.

If you’re in the Seattle area, we can also provide a list of reputable trainers who use science-based, positive reinforcement methods to help you establish a training protocol with your newly adopted furbaby.

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[IMPORTANT]
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Below listed requirements are for any dogs we adopt out, meant for everyone’s safety.

• If you have other dogs, then you must also be knowledgeable and have good hands on experience with running a multi-dog home to be able to adopt a dog from us. What’s expected of the adopter is just keeping basic house rules like (1) keep the dogs apart when feeding, monitor & put away left over food, (2) help them build mutual trust before leaving alone with treats, toys around (3) keep dogs out of kitchen when handling food etc

• As with any dog, earn their trust around food handling. This is an essential training for every dog, so they learn to trust their new human. It takes only a couple of practice sessions around meal time with most dogs with no history of food guarding. Teaching to sit, then hand-feeding food & high value treats is one of the best ways to earn trust.

• If you have children at home, they should be at least 8+ yrs, and know to safely & respectfully interact with dogs, to be considered for adoption. We think families with younger children will likely not have the time needed to exercise and nourish a new dog. And the time needed to train little kids to safely interact with dogs, read their body language & respect their personal space. Most dogs do not enjoy little ones clinging to them, pulling their fur, crawling or lying on them. We do not want to risk the safety of neither your child nor our dog. Follow @dogmeets_baby trainer on Instagram to learn more on this topic :-)

• We discourage the use of choke, pinch, prong collars on our dogs. We do not believe this is the humane way to train dogs for obedience, when there are science based, positive reinforcement training methods available today. Besides, huskies are genetically prone to glaucoma of the eyes, and the pressure on the neck will only hurt them more. Training to walk on a well fitted no-pull harness is encouraged. All our dogs come with a “no-pull” harness. You can also use humane collars like martingale collars.

For adoption process details, go to PawesomeBaby.com or send us a message here.
Thank you for considering to adopt a husky in need.

God bless!