Hugs

My story

Life’s all Hugs and Snugs with this Sweet Boy! Hey there, I’m Hugs, a 5-year-old, 48-pound Lab mix with a heart as big as my name suggests. I’ve been through quite a journey, but it’s only made me sweeter, kinder, and more eager to find my forever home. I came from the ESLR "shelter" in Ensenada, where I survived dog attacks, hunger, and even BB guns. Despite all this, I’ve remained the happiest, goofiest guy you could ever meet. My name suits me perfectly because I genuinely love giving and receiving hugs! I’m a very special boy with a couple of special needs. I’ve got a bit of separation anxiety and will break out of regular crates, so I need a Separation Anxiety Crate. Enrichment toys and food puzzles help keep me calm, and I take Trazodone (~$10 per month) to stay chill in my crate. After a daring leap off a balcony (turns out I’m not cut out for flying), I healed from fractures in my front legs and carpal bone. My legs are fully healed, but I’ll develop carpal arthritis and need to avoid jumping off furniture and stairs. I’m on Dasaquin Joint Chew Supplements (~$75 per 5 months) and fish oil for my joints and bones. Despite what I’ve been through, I’m a survivor and ready to share my love with a new family. I’m dog-friendly, kid-friendly, and although I haven’t met any cats yet, I’m open to it! I’m sweet, lazy, and absolutely adore adventures like laying in the grass at parks or hanging out at breweries. I’m silly, eager to please, cuddly, funny, and yes, I give the best hugs! I love snuggling, being around people, going for walks, getting treats and pets, enjoying lick mats, and chilling at breweries. I’m potty trained, house trained, leash trained, and I’m a fast learner! I’d be over the moon to spend my days by your side as you work and then cuddle up with you in the evenings. I’m curious, well-behaved, and nearly pawfect. I’d thrive in a home where I can have company most of the time and maybe even a furry sibling to play with. I love other dogs and would be so happy to be part of a family that loves me just as much as I’ll love them. Adopt me, and let’s create a lifetime of Hugs and tailwags together! My adoption fee is $250 and that includes spaying/neutering, shots, and microchip. If you want to take me home, please fill out the form on the website here: https://theanimalpad.org/adoption-application/ ##2001944##

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Hugs, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.