Starla

Approximate Age: 2 years old<br/>Approximate Weight: 50 lbs<br/><br/> Hi, I'm Starla-your sweet, adventure-loving sidekick! <br/><br/> Kid-friendly-I do best in a calm-ish home and have lived with little ones <br/> Dog-social-I enjoy having a few dog friends (just not a big crowd!) <br/> Leash pro-I walk beautifully with my harness <br/> Adventure ready-I LOVE walks and exploring new places <br/> Road trip queen-I ride calmly and happily in the car <br/> Looking for a cat- and small-animal-free home <br/><br/>If you're looking for a sweet, loyal companion who's always up for a walk or a car ride, I might just be your girl! I love getting out to explore, feeling the breeze on a nice stroll, and then hopping in the car for the next adventure. People say I have these intense, soulful eyes, but don't let that fool you. Behind them is one of the most loving, gentle hearts you'll ever meet.<br/><br/>I've lived with kids before and do best in a home that's on the calmer side. I also enjoy having doggy friends, but I prefer a smaller circle-think close-knit pack, not a big party!<br/><br/>I'm an easygoing walking buddy (no pulling here!) and a perfect passenger in the car. Whether we're heading to the park or just running errands, I'm happiest when I'm with my people.<br/><br/>I do have one important request: I need a home without cats or small animals.<br/><br/>If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion with a playful spark and eyes that will follow you everywhere, I'm ready to be your heart dog. <br/><br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet with Starla 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 Starla! 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 10 AM-4 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: 2 years old
Approximate Weight: 50 lbs

Hi, I'm Starla-your sweet, adventure-loving sidekick!

Kid-friendly-I do best in a calm-ish home and have lived with little ones
Dog-social-I enjoy having a few dog friends (just not a big crowd!)
Leash pro-I walk beautifully with my harness
Adventure ready-I LOVE walks and exploring new places
Road trip queen-I ride calmly and happily in the car
Looking for a cat- and small-animal-free home

If you're looking for a sweet, loyal companion who's always up for a walk or a car ride, I might just be your girl! I love getting out to explore, feeling the breeze on a nice stroll, and then hopping in the car for the next adventure. People say I have these intense, soulful eyes, but don't let that fool you. Behind them is one of the most loving, gentle hearts you'll ever meet.

I've lived with kids before and do best in a home that's on the calmer side. I also enjoy having doggy friends, but I prefer a smalle

Approximate Age: 2 years old
Approximate Weight: 50 lbs

Hi, I'm Starla-your sweet, adventure-loving sidekick!

Kid-friendly-I do best in a calm-ish home and have lived with little ones
Dog-social-I enjoy having a few dog friends (just not a big crowd!)
Leash pro-I walk beautifully with my harness
Adventure ready-I LOVE walks and exploring new places
Road trip queen-I ride calmly and happily in the car
Looking for a cat- and small-animal-free home

If you're looking for a sweet, loyal companion who's always up for a walk or a car ride, I might just be your girl! I love getting out to explore, feeling the breeze on a nice stroll, and then hopping in the car for the next adventure. People say I have these intense, soulful eyes, but don't let that fool you. Behind them is one of the most loving, gentle hearts you'll ever meet.

I've lived with kids before and do best in a home that's on the calmer side. I also enjoy having doggy friends, but I prefer a smaller circle-think close-knit pack, not a big party!

I'm an easygoing walking buddy (no pulling here!) and a perfect passenger in the car. Whether we're heading to the park or just running errands, I'm happiest when I'm with my people.

I do have one important request: I need a home without cats or small animals.

If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion with a playful