Sherman Chip kid-approved house fun officer

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Sherman is here to be considered for the role of your best friend/family guy. He just wants to be part of the crew, whatever his title is, but if your crew includes kids he is already halfway in love. This lucky boy is currently living in a foster home with two other large dogs and two kids (ages 7 and 16), and he’s absolutely thriving and loves being part of the fun and the love. Take a look at him in action then come back to read more! https://youtu.be/aZb-eUy8xbE Sherman has a gentle, goofy personality that you can just see in his sweet face. His foster mama says she thinks he shines the brightest when he’s playing with the kids. He loves playing a version of hide-and-seek where the kids run, and try to hide before he catches them and then they hide around the house while he tracks them down. The truth is he is pretty fast and has a good nose so he usually catches at least one of them before they even make it to their hiding spot. Estimated to be 6-7 months old, Sherman is the dog equivalent of a kid so it is no wonder they have so much fun together. Chase, tug-of-war, or playing with the flirt pole, he is in his element and you can see the interactive, silly, and connection-driven joy he is made of. The kids have even helped with his training, and he listens to them well, taking treats gently like the good boy he is. Funny little detail on his name, breed and age are not details we can guarantee given he is a rescue but his foster family named him Sherman the German because we suspect (and he resembles) a German shepherd. Thanks to his foster family, Sherman comes pre-packaged with a wonderful set of good-boy skills. He is both house and crate trained, has great basic leash skills and is well socialized with other dogs. When on walks he will still get a little loosy-goosy, zig zagging on the sidewalk trying to soak up all the smells and sights but he buttons it up nicely once reminded that your on a walk. He is eager to please, loves to be with his people, and is already on track with structured training sessions, so any additional training or experience you want to enjoy together will be like cherry on top. Keep in mind, you may need a line item in your budget just for toys and enrichment puzzles. He is a toy lover and beats off rainy day boredom with enrichment puzzles. Don’t tell him I told you but he dreams about being a Bark Box boy. How cute is he!? Sherman’s social with other dogs and prefers calm, respectful interactions. He’s not a play-all-day type—he keeps things mellow and will happily hang back if things are looking a little too wild. A friendly, balanced dog in the home would be a great companion, but he’d also do fine as a solo dog with regular social outings and exercise. Sherman is also a great candidate for a multi-pet home and could live with kitties. He regularly passes kitties on his walk and doesn’t pay them much mind at all. When he was introduced to our house cat he was so sweet! He was polite and showed a playful but respectful approach. Sherman’s ideal home includes a yard to run and play in, a family with kids or teens who’ll enjoy interacting with him, other friendly dogs (optional, but a good fit), and with someone who wants a dog with heart, personality, and a great foundation. He does inhale his food so he will need to eat with a slow feeder and have a pet parent who can help with his love of food and snacks . Sherman is affectionate, smart, playful, and incredibly lovable. This boy is going to make someone very, very lucky with all the joy he brings. Is that going to be you? We facilitate adoptions across the US through our own internal transport to ensure the quality of care. We travel to WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT and Canada (Canadian adopters will need to pick up in Bellingham, WA  or Brattleboro, VT for the eastern Canadian border)! Our pups travel in comfort with 24/7 care on our USDA licensed vehicles, including buses and cargo vans. You can join along on our private Facebook event page to follow their adventure, connecting you with other adopters and providing updates throughout their transport journey! You will get to meet your new pup over a video call before signing paperwork, creating a fun and personalized adoption experience!  The adoption fee is $900 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectible, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!  We have over 15,000 successful adoptions so far and have excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about making the perfect match between dog and family for long term success.  Our rescue has a 2 acre property in Texas where we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group trainings and socialization play groups to keep dogs adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers support the positive growth of our dogs and we enjoy seeing their progress!  Our commitment to comprehensive medical care sets us apart. We've received glowing feedback from veterinarians who commend our dedication to ensuring the health and well-being of every animal in our care with treatments that often go above and beyond. Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet.  The rescue’s hard costs alone (excluding transport) for a healthy dog to go through our program typically range between $412 to $859, which includes boarding, food, medications, vaccines, and spay/neuter. For heartworm-positive dogs, hard costs are upwards of $1,368. Additionally, dogs requiring extended boarding, extra training, or extra medical care—such as dental work, vision care, or orthopedic care—can lead to expenses running into the thousands. Also, included in the adoption fee are costs to cover transport up to the Pacific Northwest or East Coast. Transport is a significant additional expense to the rescue.  While adoption fees help cover part of these expenses, we want to emphasize that the rescue does not receive government funding and must fundraise to offset the remaining expense balance which ranges $100-1,000++ per animal on these direct costs. It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS: Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family  Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test & $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions  70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription Coupons for a fun visit to Petco 20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer  Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! Did you know that the Greater Houston area faces some of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the nation? We are a non profit charity. Our goal is simple— to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and by rescuing animals from the streets or overcrowded shelters where euthanasia due to lack of space is often the only option. The dog you've found online is not only lucky to be in our program, but also incredibly fortunate to have caught your eye. Thank you for considering adoption and for joining us in our mission! Follow our rescue journey and connect with us on our website and social media platforms. Together, we can make a difference, one adoption at a time. https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need! *Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $74 surcharge for transport. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results were provided at intake. Texas local adoption! All adoptions within Texas must be picked up from Friendswood, Tx.!

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Sherman Chip kid-approved house fun officer, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.