Wilbert

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Name: Wilbert Age: 4 Years Breed: Husky Cattle Dog Mix Gender: Male Meet Wilbert! Wilbert is a loyal, loving, and intelligent 4-year-old Husky Cattle Dog mix looking for his forever home! Wilbert came to HPF from a local county shelter the day before his set euthanasia. He came to us emaciated, terrified and with a horrific skin infection that had savaged almost all of his fur.  Wilbert developed a respiratory infection and GI bleed that required ICU treatment and it was touch and go...BUT he wasn't ready to give up because for the first time...he knew what it was like to be loved!! ‍ Wilbert fought his way back and is now healthy and so happy! This baby-boy is packed with personality—he’s playful like a puppy however knows/and prefers to chill and relax. In fact, chilling like a cucumber is his favorite past time. ♥ Affectionate & Loyal Wilbert adores his personal people and wants to be by your side as much as possible. He’s not the kind of dog who enjoys being left outside—he’s happiest Iinside,snuggled up with his person. His heart is huge, he’s always ready to give love. If you're a looking for a dog to take to the dog park Wilbert is NOT your fellow because he really prefers hanging out inside relaxing and chilling. When Wilbert came into HPF it appeared he had been living on the street and so it just makes sense that he enjoys the easy life and and air conditioning! ‍   Smart & Eager to Learn Wilbert is incredibly intelligent! He already knows no, sit, gentle (when taking favite kibble), paw, down and stay...and would thrive with additional training. To help him succeed, a volunteer is even offering to cover the introductory cost of training with Frankie from canine counseling! Playful but Well-Mannered Wilbert LOVES toys (so much that he needs indestructible bully toys )!  He’s playful and has a puppy playfulness when he gets overly excited that might be too much for kiddos.  Wilbert does love to play and has an extreme joy that overflows with excitement BUT his favorite pastime is just relaxing and hanging out. He loves to hang out while you work or binge watch your favorite show!   Cat Compatibility Wilbert wants to love cats but is a bit too eager at times and so a cat free home would be best.  Well-Behaved Wilbert prefers grown ups and needs a home with no kiddos. He’s potty-trained ...walks outside to potty and trots right back inside where he can be snug as a bug!  Wilbert is an amazing work at home companion. He'll sit quietly all day next to you while you work!   Wilbert absolutely loves car rides and is always-always up for a joyride!   Smart   Loyal Loving ♥ ‍ Needs Supervision Outside Wilbert has a habit of trying to eat everything on walks, possibly from past food insecurity. He’ll need monitoring outside to keep him from gobbling things up. BUT has improved so much now that his tummy is full and happy.  Looking for His Perfect Home Wilbert would thrive in a loving home where he can be with his people, showered with affection, and given fun playtime and training. He’s an amazing, smart, and affectionate dog who just needs the right match!  Wilbert will require a few forever medications - one for his itchy skin...BUT he always takes his medication like a champ! Wilbert also has a sensitive tummy so at this time requires a special prescription diet that he thinks is yummy!  Often, sadly, apartments have breed restrictions so being a home owner is ideal! No apartments or rentals.  If Wilbert sounds like the perfect companion for you, come meet him! He’s ready to give his heart to a forever family. ##2304648##

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