Rango

Rango, at eleven, would like to formally object to the term "senior dog." If you check his file, you will see that he has attempted to have this designation removed on the grounds that it is clearly a clerical error.<br/>Rango is a wirehaired terrier mix with a very organized philosophy of life, which goes as follows: play with squeaky toy, snuggle with human, repeat indefinitely. He executes this plan with impressive efficiency. There is no wasted time. If you sit down, Rango will arrive promptly for the snuggling phase. If a toy appears, he transitions smoothly into the play phase. Think of him as a highly motivated joy specialist.<br/>What becomes clear within approximately twelve seconds of meeting Rango is that he absolutely adores people. Not in a casual, "hey, 'sup?" sort of way. No. Rango greets humans the way a small child greets an ice cream truck. His whole body participates in the event. His tail operates at a speed that suggests it may achieve lift.<br/>He wants to be with you. Not hovering. Not demanding. Just nearby, very pleased that the two of you exist in the same universe at the same time.<br/>And here is the thing about dogs like Rango.<br/>Some people see the number eleven and think "senior dog." But that misses the point entirely. Senior dogs are not the leftovers of the shelter world. They are the directors' cut. All the good parts remain - the love, the loyalty, the joy of a squeaky toy - but the nonsense has been edited out. The chewing of furniture. The chaotic puppy decisions. The belief that socks are food.<br/>What you get instead is a dog who has figured out the important things. People are wonderful. Snuggling is essential. Life is better with a squeaky toy.<br/>If you are looking for a dog whose greatest hobby is loving people with his entire cheerful heart, Rango would very much like to meet you.<br/>Animal Aid Society is located at 80 Butler Farm Road in Hampton, VA. Visiting hours are 9am to noon every day, including weekends and holidays.<br/>Interested? Come for a visit any day of the week - 365 days a year between 9am - 12pm. Hope to see you soon!<br/><br/>PLEASE NOTE: Animal Aid Society observes a 40 mile adoption radius to facilitate post adoption support and follow ups.

Rango, at eleven, would like to formally object to the term "senior dog." If you check his file, you will see that he has attempted to have this designation removed on the grounds that it is clearly a clerical error.
Rango is a wirehaired terrier mix with a very organized philosophy of life, which goes as follows: play with squeaky toy, snuggle with human, repeat indefinitely. He executes this plan with impressive efficiency. There is no wasted time. If you sit down, Rango will arrive promptly for the snuggling phase. If a toy appears, he transitions smoothly into the play phase. Think of him as a highly motivated joy specialist.
What becomes clear within approximately twelve seconds of meeting Rango is that he absolutely adores people. Not in a casual, "hey, 'sup?" sort of way. No. Rango greets humans the way a small child greets an ice cream truck. His whole body participates in the event. His tail operates at a speed that suggests it may achieve lift.
He wants to be with you. Not hovering. Not demanding. Just

Rango, at eleven, would like to formally object to the term "senior dog." If you check his file, you will see that he has attempted to have this designation removed on the grounds that it is clearly a clerical error.
Rango is a wirehaired terrier mix with a very organized philosophy of life, which goes as follows: play with squeaky toy, snuggle with human, repeat indefinitely. He executes this plan with impressive efficiency. There is no wasted time. If you sit down, Rango will arrive promptly for the snuggling phase. If a toy appears, he transitions smoothly into the play phase. Think of him as a highly motivated joy specialist.
What becomes clear within approximately twelve seconds of meeting Rango is that he absolutely adores people. Not in a casual, "hey, 'sup?" sort of way. No. Rango greets humans the way a small child greets an ice cream truck. His whole body participates in the event. His tail operates at a speed that suggests it may achieve lift.
He wants to be with you. Not hovering. Not demanding. Just nearby, very pleased that the two of you exist in the same universe at the same time.
And here is the thing about dogs like Rango.
Some people see the number eleven and think "senior dog." But that misses the point entirely. Senior dogs are not the leftovers of the shelter world. They are the directors' cut. All the good parts remain - the love, the loyalty, the joy of a squeaky toy - but