Virgil

Meet Virgil! Virgil is equal parts distinguished gentleman and tiny, snuggly marshmallow. <br/><br/>Virgil is the kind of dog who looks at you like he’s been waiting his whole life for exactly this moment — this couch, this lap, this person — and once he finds it, he plans to stay there. He is affectionate, quiet, cuddly, and surprisingly spry when the occasion calls for it, though his preferred activity is being as close to you as physically possible at all times. If you are sitting, he would like to be in your lap. If you are lying down, he would like to be in your bed. If you are moving around the house, he will be nearby, gently supervising.<br/><br/>Virgil is a chill guy who doesn’t ask for much beyond kindness, consistency, and a soft place to land. He enjoys time outside, soaking up fresh air, playing with toys, and going along for the ride. He does well in the car and loves accompanying his foster mom on outings and adventures. Virgil loves attention, thrives on affection, and we have not yet identified anything he really dislikes, which feels both impressive and slightly suspicious.<br/><br/>Virgil arrived to us severely matted and had to be shaved down, but his coat has grown back wonderfully. He is housebroken and uses pee pads inside. Since he's not leash-trained, a home with a fenced-in yard is important for his safety and comfort. He does well when left alone and is not destructive.<br/><br/>Virgil also comes with some medical needs that his future family should be prepared to support. He has a pronounced heart murmur and is on daily medication to help manage it. and he takes his medicine like a champ. Despite all of this, he remains sweet, loving, and very much interested in enjoying life’s simple pleasures, like snacks, snuggles, and being adored.<br/><br/>He would thrive in a home with someone who is home most of the time and ready to give him the attention and affection he's missed out on for so long. He did well around older children at a recent event. Virgil's wishlist is simple: kindness, affection, attention, fresh air, and getting out and about to see the world.<br/><br/>Virgil is a gentle, loving little dog who is now ready for his next chapter. His hair has grown back beautifully and with the right person, his world will finally make sense.<br/><br/>Apply today to meet Virgil! He can't wait to snuggle with you and finally have a home of his own. <br/><br/>Virgil is approx 12 years old and 11 lbs.<br/><br/>Fostered in Gaithersburg, MD<br/>Please apply at MirisHaven.org

Meet Virgil! Virgil is equal parts distinguished gentleman and tiny, snuggly marshmallow.

Virgil is the kind of dog who looks at you like he’s been waiting his whole life for exactly this moment — this couch, this lap, this person — and once he finds it, he plans to stay there. He is affectionate, quiet, cuddly, and surprisingly spry when the occasion calls for it, though his preferred activity is being as close to you as physically possible at all times. If you are sitting, he would like to be in your lap. If you are lying down, he would like to be in your bed. If you are moving around the house, he will be nearby, gently supervising.

Virgil is a chill guy who doesn’t ask for much beyond kindness, consistency, and a soft place to land. He enjoys time outside, soaking up fresh air, playing with toys, and going along for the ride. He does well in the car and loves accompanying his foster mom on outings and adventures. Virgil loves attention, thrives on affection, and we have not yet identified anything he r

Meet Virgil! Virgil is equal parts distinguished gentleman and tiny, snuggly marshmallow.

Virgil is the kind of dog who looks at you like he’s been waiting his whole life for exactly this moment — this couch, this lap, this person — and once he finds it, he plans to stay there. He is affectionate, quiet, cuddly, and surprisingly spry when the occasion calls for it, though his preferred activity is being as close to you as physically possible at all times. If you are sitting, he would like to be in your lap. If you are lying down, he would like to be in your bed. If you are moving around the house, he will be nearby, gently supervising.

Virgil is a chill guy who doesn’t ask for much beyond kindness, consistency, and a soft place to land. He enjoys time outside, soaking up fresh air, playing with toys, and going along for the ride. He does well in the car and loves accompanying his foster mom on outings and adventures. Virgil loves attention, thrives on affection, and we have not yet identified anything he really dislikes, which feels both impressive and slightly suspicious.

Virgil arrived to us severely matted and had to be shaved down, but his coat has grown back wonderfully. He is housebroken and uses pee pads inside. Since he's not leash-trained, a home with a fenced-in yard is important for his safety and comfort. He does well when left alone and is not destructive.

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