



Shrimp
- Adult
- Male
- Small
- Mixed Breed
About Shrimp
Fredericksburg, VA
Breed
Physical Traits
Behavior
Health
Shrimp’s Compatibility
This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.
This pet has good compatibility with dogs.
This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.
This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.
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Shrimp's Story
Approximate Age: 3 years<br/>Approximate Weight: 12 lbs<br/><br/><br/><br/>Meet Shrimp! - Sweet, Smart, and Full of Personality <br/><br/> Generally happy, sweet little dog who bonds closely with his person<br/> A bit shy at first but warms up quickly - especially with treats<br/> Excellent listener and comes when called<br/> Crates well and is quiet<br/> Sleeps through the night and loves being close (bed and couch companion)<br/> Loves car rides and rides happily in a car seat<br/> Great potty manners - lets his foster know when he needs to go out <br/> Food-motivated foodie who eats enthusiastically and knows his meal routine<br/> Quickly learns household routines and expectations<br/> Enjoys walks in the neighborhood and at the park; walks well on a leash<br/> Shows mild interest in squirrels or bunnies but is easily redirected<br/> Learning basic commands like "sit"<br/> Loves affection and kisses<br/> Gets along with cats and has lived with dogs, but may lunge or growl at unfamiliar dogs on walks<br/> Nervous around men and strangers; improving with patience and positive reinforcement<br/> Will bark or growl at door knocks and new visitors but settles when managed calmly<br/> Quick movements can be scary for him<br/> Best suited for a home without small children<br/><br/>Medical: <br/> Tested positive for Heartworms and will be treated using the slow-kill method because he is too small for the standard injection treatment. <br/> Adopters should consult with their veterinarian upon adoption to continue and monitor his treatment plan.<br/><br/>Shrimp is a loyal, routine-loving little guy who thrives with structure, reassurance, and a calm home. With the right match, he's an affectionate and devoted companion.<br/>*********************************************************************<br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet 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! 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: 3 years
Approximate Weight: 12 lbs
Meet Shrimp! - Sweet, Smart, and Full of Personality
Generally happy, sweet little dog who bonds closely with his person
A bit shy at first but warms up quickly - especially with treats
Excellent listener and comes when called
Crates well and is quiet
Sleeps through the night and loves being close (bed and couch companion)
Loves car rides and rides happily in a car seat
Great potty manners - lets his foster know when he needs to go out
Food-motivated foodie who eats enthusiastically and knows his meal routine
Quickly learns household routines and expectations
Enjoys walks in the neighborhood and at the park; walks well on a leash
Shows mild interest in squirrels or bunnies but is easily redirected
Learning basic commands like "sit"
Loves affection and kisses
Gets along with cats and has lived with dogs, but may lunge or growl at unfamiliar dogs on walks
Nervous around me
Approximate Age: 3 years
Approximate Weight: 12 lbs
Meet Shrimp! - Sweet, Smart, and Full of Personality
Generally happy, sweet little dog who bonds closely with his person
A bit shy at first but warms up quickly - especially with treats
Excellent listener and comes when called
Crates well and is quiet
Sleeps through the night and loves being close (bed and couch companion)
Loves car rides and rides happily in a car seat
Great potty manners - lets his foster know when he needs to go out
Food-motivated foodie who eats enthusiastically and knows his meal routine
Quickly learns household routines and expectations
Enjoys walks in the neighborhood and at the park; walks well on a leash
Shows mild interest in squirrels or bunnies but is easily redirected
Learning basic commands like "sit"
Loves affection and kisses
Gets along with cats and has lived with dogs, but may lunge or growl at unfamiliar dogs on walks
Nervous around men and strangers; improving with patience and positive reinforcement
Will bark or growl at door knocks and new visitors but settles when managed calmly
Quick movements can be scary for him
Best suited for a home without small children
Medical:
Tested positive for Heartworms and will be treated using the slow-kill method because he is too small for the standard injectio
How To Adopt
Shrimp is from Old Dominion Humane Society
[Fredericksburg, VA]
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