Owney is a sweet, people-loving three-year-old dog who thrives in a calm environment. He is a gentle player, fast learner, excellent snuggler, and moderate-energy companion who enjoys walks, yard time, indoor play, and nose work.

Owney became stressed by the number of dogs and activity in Seattle, but was relaxed and much happier during a quiet trip to the San Juans. He is looking for a peaceful home outside the city, ideally rural and without other dogs. He charms everyone he meets and has enjoyed respectful play with children, though an adult home or one with older children is preferred.

Ideal Home

• Quiet, low-stimulation home outside the city; a rural setting would be ideal
• No other dogs and no cats
• Adult home or home with older children preferred
• A family prepared to support a gradual transition using the 3-3-3 guideline

Ongoing Health

Owney is neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and heartworm negative. His adopter should plan for regular grooming expenses. Medical records and a microchip transfer form go home with him.

Training & Support

Owney is house trained and will let you know when he needs to go out, though he may need reminders and a schedule in a new home. He rarely pulls on leash and knows sit, lay down, off, leave it, touch, turn, and go get it. He has started nose work and enjoys it. His activity needs are generally met with a 20-minute walk, yard play, or indoor play, and he is not destructive or restless if a walk is missed.

Application Details

• Applications must be approved before a meet and greet
• Adopters should be within the rescue’s approximately 300-mile adoption radius
• Meets and adoptions are generally Monday through Saturday
• Each dog goes home with a collar, leash, toys, chews, a Kong, and other goodies
• Applications start by contacting the provider through Wags

Transportation

Once approved, Owney must be picked up in Snohomish County, Washington, typically in Stanwood.