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Walter

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Walter

Brainerd, MN

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
White / Cream

Behavior

Health

Vaccinated:
Yes

Adoption Fee

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Walter's Story

NEEDS FOSTER/FOSTER TO ADOPT<br/>Walter was found as a stray in Princeton, MN, and is currently waiting in animal control-quietly hoping his story is about to change.<br/><br/>And it should. Because Walter is something special.<br/><br/> About Walter:<br/>Approximately 5 years old<br/>Black & white hound mix<br/>Affectionate and gentle-loves to lean in for attention<br/>Hard of hearing (responds well to claps or louder sounds)<br/>Settling into a routine with ease<br/>Calm, easygoing, and incredibly sweet<br/><br/>Walter isn't the kind of dog who demands the spotlight. He's the kind who simply stays close-steady, comforting, and quietly devoted. The kind of companion who makes a house feel like home.<br/><br/>Right now, Walter is still waiting for his next step. In order to leave animal control and come into rescue, he needs a committed foster or foster-to-adopt home lined up.<br/><br/> What he needs:<br/>A safe place to land once his stray hold ends. Northern Lakes Rescue will cover vetting and provide supplies-you provide the love and stability.<br/><br/>He's done the hard part. He made it this far.<br/><br/>Now he just needs someone to say yes.<br/><br/>If you can foster or are interested in giving Walter the life he deserves, please reach out.

NEEDS FOSTER/FOSTER TO ADOPT
Walter was found as a stray in Princeton, MN, and is currently waiting in animal control-quietly hoping his story is about to change.

And it should. Because Walter is something special.

About Walter:
Approximately 5 years old
Black & white hound mix
Affectionate and gentle-loves to lean in for attention
Hard of hearing (responds well to claps or louder sounds)
Settling into a routine with ease
Calm, easygoing, and incredibly sweet

Walter isn't the kind of dog who demands the spotlight. He's the kind who simply stays close-steady, comforting, and quietly devoted. The kind of companion who makes a house feel like home.

Right now, Walter is still waiting for his next step. In order to leave animal control and come into rescue, he needs a committed foster or foster-to-adopt home lined up.

What he needs:
A safe place to land once his stray hold ends. Northern Lakes Rescue will cover vetting and provide supplies-you provide

NEEDS FOSTER/FOSTER TO ADOPT
Walter was found as a stray in Princeton, MN, and is currently waiting in animal control-quietly hoping his story is about to change.

And it should. Because Walter is something special.

About Walter:
Approximately 5 years old
Black & white hound mix
Affectionate and gentle-loves to lean in for attention
Hard of hearing (responds well to claps or louder sounds)
Settling into a routine with ease
Calm, easygoing, and incredibly sweet

Walter isn't the kind of dog who demands the spotlight. He's the kind who simply stays close-steady, comforting, and quietly devoted. The kind of companion who makes a house feel like home.

Right now, Walter is still waiting for his next step. In order to leave animal control and come into rescue, he needs a committed foster or foster-to-adopt home lined up.

What he needs:
A safe place to land once his stray hold ends. Northern Lakes Rescue will cover vetting and provide supplies-you provide the love and stability.

He's done the hard part. He made it this far.

Now he just needs someone to say yes.

If you can foster or are interested in giving Walter the life he deserves, please reach out.

Consider Walter for adoption?

How To Adopt

Walter was listed as Adoptable by Northern Lakes Rescue
How can I adopt Walter?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Northern Lakes Rescue. 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 Walter 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 Northern Lakes Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Walter?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Northern Lakes Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Walter, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Northern Lakes Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Northern Lakes Rescue's Adoption Policy
We do not focus on one definition of a perfect home and instead focus on finding the best home for that particular dogs needs. Some dogs may require homes with fences, other dogs, children etc. while others do not. We are a foster based rescue, we do not house dogs at a facility. Age and breed, are NLR's best guess as we often don't know who or what mom and dad are. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website https://northernlakesrescue.org Our adoption fees cover spay, vaccinations, microchip and any additional medical care the dogs may have needed while in the rescue’s care.

Walter is from Northern Lakes Rescue

[Brainerd, MN]

Our Mission
Northern Lakes Rescue is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to saving the lives of dogs in need. We rescue dogs from high-kill shelters, abusive situations, and owner surrenders. We provide them with foster homes, medical care, spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchips, and adoption opportunities. We also support low-in...
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Visits by appointment only
Location
5307 Birchdale Road Brainerd, MN, 56401

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