Hey there, I'm Papa! Like the guy who tells the best jokes at the family cookout, or the one who hands out candy when you least expect it. That's me. Except... I hand out joy. I'm only about 2 years old, but I've already lived two lives. My before-shelter life? Let's just say--it wasn't full of belly rubs and squeaky toys. I don't remember much, but I do remember something tight around my neck. Too tight. It cut into my skin, wrapped around the back of my head, and somehow even got stuck inside my mouth. I guess no one ever checked... or cared. Those scars are still there--like little roadmaps of where I've been. But you know what? They don't hurt anymore. Not my neck. Not my heart. Because animal control found me running loose--ears floppin', tail high, tongue hanging out like a flag of freedom--and brought me to this place where people smile every single day. I didn't know life could feel like this: soft hands, kind voices, treats for being a "good boy," and someone always telling me I'm handsome. (They're right, by the way.) And the best part? Even after everything, I love everybody. All humans = good humans to me. I didn't hold my past against anyone, because how could I? Every new face might be my person, and I don't want to miss my chance to love them first. If you're wondering what kind of guy I am, here's the short version: Happy-go-lucky, bounce-in-my-step, zoomies-on-command, wiggles-for-days. I run. I leap. I spring like one of those metal slinky things--boing boing boing! I'm just happy to be here. I've only been at the shelter a few days, so we're still figuring out if I like other dogs. But between you and me--with how much I love life and people, the shelter folks think I'll be just fine with dog friends. Just gotta meet them first to be sure! A meet-and-greet would tell us everything.
Ideal Home
I picture a yard to zoom in, a couch or dog bed to flop on after, someone to laugh when I trip over my own feet, maybe a dog buddy, and definitely lots of love.
Ongoing Health
I'm heartworm positive, but don't worry--treatment can start as soon as I have a home to rest in. The sooner I get out of here, the sooner we can get those worms evicted! (They don't even pay rent--rude.)
Training & Support
I'm still figuring out if I like other dogs, but with how much I love life and people, the shelter folks think I'll be just fine with dog friends. A meet-and-greet would tell us everything.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- All dogs are $150.
Transportation
Papa is at the Florence Area Humane Society and can be transported to Wags adoption events.
