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Theseus

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large

About Theseus

Toledo, OH

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Coat: Medium
Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Friendly, Affectionate, Gentle, Loyal, Dignified, Couch Potato, Loves Kisses, Wants To Be Good
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Theseus’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has bad compatibility with other animals.

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Theseus's Story

Meet Theseus <br/><br/>At 6 years old and 65 pounds, Theseus is a handsome tricolor (brown, black, and white) Husky/Golden/Elkhound mix with a medium coat and an even bigger heart. He’s neutered, potty trained, crate trained, and ready for his fresh start.<br/><br/>Theseus’ story is a tender one. He was born in Adrian, Michigan and was surrendered when his family faced hardships and had to make the painful decision to give one dog better care. He came to rescue with nothing but a collar — no toys, no bed, no food — just his quiet hope for something better. He had also chased and killed chickens on the property, so he absolutely cannot go to a home with chickens or small livestock.<br/><br/>Despite it all, Theseus is a relaxed, dignified, big cuddly doofus who truly just wants to be good.<br/><br/>Personality<br/><br/>Theseus is friendly, affectionate, loyal, and gentle. For such a big guy, he’s incredibly cuddly. He’ll bark twice when he wants attention, and he’ll happily announce your return home like you’ve been gone for years. He loves physical contact, wants to sleep in bed with his humans (or at least on a soft dog bed nearby), and will absolutely wake you up with paws in your face if you oversleep.<br/><br/>He’s mostly a couch potato with daytime activity. He doesn’t need intense exercise — a yard to wander or a nice daily walk will do just fine. He enjoys hanging out with other dogs and would love a canine buddy (or two… or three… he’s not picky), but he’d also be okay as an only dog with a little extra walking time.<br/><br/>Training & Manners<br/><br/>Theseus knows:<br/>Sit, Down, Stay, Come, No, Off, Leave It, and Drop It.<br/><br/>He responds well to verbal correction and redirection and truly wants to please. He walks on a leash but may pull if he spots another dog he’d love to meet.<br/><br/>He is potty trained but… secure your trash can. He’s not above a little counter investigation if given the opportunity.<br/><br/>Other Animals & Kids<br/> • Good with other dogs<br/> • Indoor cats are fine (he ignores them)<br/> • Outdoor cats, chickens, or rabbits are not safe<br/> • Likely fine with respectful kids, though he might accidentally knock over a tiny human just from being a 65-pound goof<br/><br/>The Honest Part<br/><br/>Theseus has growled twice in foster care — both times when physically grabbed and pulled off furniture without much warning. He did not snap or attempt to bite. He simply communicated that he wanted patience and respect. When handled calmly and fairly, he complies beautifully. He’s a dog who responds best to gentle leadership, not force.<br/><br/>He does not like yelling and may cower or move away if voices get loud.<br/><br/>Home Requirements<br/> • No chickens or small livestock<br/> • A yard is a bonus but not required<br/> • Secure fencing if unsupervised (he won’t jump a fence he respects, but an open gate is an invitation)<br/> • A family that values patience and kindness<br/><br/>Theseus is the kind of dog who settles into your life like he’s always been there. He’s not flashy. He’s not wild. He’s just a steady, affectionate, loyal companion who wants a soft place to land and people who understand that respect goes both ways.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a big-hearted, cuddly gentleman who will guard your yard, warm your bed, and quietly adore you — Theseus might just be your guy. <br/><br/>He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, on flea/tick and heartworm prevention and is micro chipped.<br/><br/>His adoption fee is $350.<br/><br/>Follow the link below for the adoption application. Note: applicants must live within one hour of Toledo, Ohio.<br/><br/>http://www.dogworksohio.com/adoption-application.html

Meet Theseus

At 6 years old and 65 pounds, Theseus is a handsome tricolor (brown, black, and white) Husky/Golden/Elkhound mix with a medium coat and an even bigger heart. He’s neutered, potty trained, crate trained, and ready for his fresh start.

Theseus’ story is a tender one. He was born in Adrian, Michigan and was surrendered when his family faced hardships and had to make the painful decision to give one dog better care. He came to rescue with nothing but a collar — no toys, no bed, no food — just his quiet hope for something better. He had also chased and killed chickens on the property, so he absolutely cannot go to a home with chickens or small livestock.

Despite it all, Theseus is a relaxed, dignified, big cuddly doofus who truly just wants to be good.

Personality

Theseus is friendly, affectionate, loyal, and gentle. For such a big guy, he’s incredibly cuddly. He’ll bark twice when he wants attention, and he’ll happily announce your return home like you’ve been gone for y

Meet Theseus

At 6 years old and 65 pounds, Theseus is a handsome tricolor (brown, black, and white) Husky/Golden/Elkhound mix with a medium coat and an even bigger heart. He’s neutered, potty trained, crate trained, and ready for his fresh start.

Theseus’ story is a tender one. He was born in Adrian, Michigan and was surrendered when his family faced hardships and had to make the painful decision to give one dog better care. He came to rescue with nothing but a collar — no toys, no bed, no food — just his quiet hope for something better. He had also chased and killed chickens on the property, so he absolutely cannot go to a home with chickens or small livestock.

Despite it all, Theseus is a relaxed, dignified, big cuddly doofus who truly just wants to be good.

Personality

Theseus is friendly, affectionate, loyal, and gentle. For such a big guy, he’s incredibly cuddly. He’ll bark twice when he wants attention, and he’ll happily announce your return home like you’ve been gone for years. He loves physical contact, wants to sleep in bed with his humans (or at least on a soft dog bed nearby), and will absolutely wake you up with paws in your face if you oversleep.

He’s mostly a couch potato with daytime activity. He doesn’t need intense exercise — a yard to wander or a nice daily walk will do just fine. He enjoys hanging out with other dogs and would love a canine bud

How To Adopt

Theseus was listed as Adoptable by DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement
How can I adopt Theseus?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Theseus is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement for details on the pet.
When can I meet Theseus?
If you've submitted an inquiry, DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Theseus, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement, and they'll be happy to help!
DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement's Adoption Policy
Dogworks strives to place dogs into permanent homes based on the dogs' personalities and yours. To adopt a dog, we require a completed application, signed adoption contract, and home visit. Applications can be submitted online, by mail, or in person at adoption events. Once your application has been submitted, we will contact your references and consider suitability. You will be contacted by phone or email, typically within 4 business days, to make arrangements for adoption. If a particular dog is not placed with you, it does not mean that your application has been rejected. Dogworks receives multiple applications for some dogs. Foster families always have the first option to adopt. We do not approve applications on a first come basis as we strive for placement that is best for the dog and adoptive family. The home environment, family composition and yard are very important considerations in our decision to place a dog in a home. Some dogs do not do well with young children or cats, and our hounds require a fenced yard as examples of our decision process. Adoption fees are variable (typically $125-$500.00) and are listed with the description of each dog. All fees collected are used to cover rescue expenses, including foster care and veterinary expenses. Adoption fee will be refunded if you decide that the dog is not compatible with your family within 2 weeks. All dogs have received age appropriate vaccinations, GI dewormer, and heartworm test prior to adoption if they are old enough. Adult dogs and puppies older than 12 weeks are spayed/neutered. Adopters of younger puppies may be required to sign an agreement to complete spay/neuter by 5 months of age. We will assist with spay/neuter costs. All of our dogs and puppies will be microchipped prior to adoption. Adopters will receive a copy of medical records when adoption contract has been signed and adoption fees have been paid in full. Requirements for adoption: Please be aware that your adoption application WILL NOT be approved by Dogworks unless ALL of these criteria are met: >Adopters must be within a one hour radius of Toledo. >Adopters must be at least 21 years of age. >Veterinary reference must be positive. >All dogs in the home must be spayed/neutered. >All members of the household must be in agreement to adopt. >Individual needs of the dog must be met in prospective home (e.g., fully fenced yard for all hounds). For more information visit: http://www.dogworksohio.com/adoption-process.html

Theseus is from DogWorks Inc. Canine Rescue and Placement

[Toledo, OH]

Our Mission
Dogworks is an all-volunteer, nonprofit group based in Toledo, OH, whose purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home abandoned, neglected, and unwanted dogs. Dogworks was established in 2006 through the hard work of Kristine and Jim Sulinksi. Each year, Dogworks has rescued approximately 100 dogs from homelessness or e...
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