Loki

Loki is a brave, bold, and endlessly entertaining 6.5-month-old Retriever/Pit Bull mix who is estimated to be around 40 pounds and expected to be a large dog when fully grown. He was rescued from the woods with his mom and siblings and has grown up loved and cared for in a foster home. Loki is the fearless ringleader of his litter, always the first to investigate new things and bravely announcing his presence. He approaches life with confidence, curiosity, and a sense of adventure, often found conquering furniture or playing keep-away with his favorite toys. Loki is potty trained, though a few accidents may happen as he adjusts to a new routine. He can be a little hesitant with new experiences but quickly overcomes it. He loves food and will always make sure he's at the front of the line! After a day of play, he transforms into a cuddly lap buddy who just wants to snuggle. Loki loves people and other dogs and has greeted adults and children happily at community events. He's done well in a crate for short periods and has been around children, but his compatibility with cats is unknown. He is continuing to work on leash skills and basic obedience and is eager to learn.

Ideal Home

Loki is looking for a family committed to reinforcing good manners, building his confidence, and helping him mature. He would do best in a home with a resident dog who can mentor and guide him. If you don't have another dog, please provide a plan for continued socialization and training, such as structured classes, daycare, or playdates. Homes where someone isn't routinely away for more than four to six hours at a time are preferred, as he will benefit from regular potty breaks, exercise, enrichment, training, and human interaction.

Ongoing Health

Loki is a young, adolescent dog and is still learning about the world. Ongoing positive reinforcement, consistency, and continued leash practice will help him thrive.

Training & Support

Loki is continuing to work on his leash skills and basic obedience and is eager to learn. Continued socialization with new people, places, sounds, and friendly dogs is crucial for building his lifelong confidence. A resident dog in the home is preferred to help teach him appropriate play, communication, and boundaries. If no resident dog is present, a plan for continued socialization through structured training classes, supervised daycare, or playdates is essential.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• You will be connected with the placement for a video chat after completing the initial screen.
• Transports run every few weeks, and Loki will be on the next available transport once approved.
• If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time.
• We are a volunteer-run rescue and donate our time to these dogs. If you are not serious about moving forward in our adoption process, please do not apply.
• If someone other than yourself is part of the decision-making process, please ensure you have spoken with them and they are on board.
• Our process starts with an application. If we think you might be a good fit, we will reach out to coordinate a phone interview, followed by a video call with the foster home.
• Virtual home visits, personal, and vet reference checks are required to complete the process.

Transporation

Loki is currently located in Houston, Texas. He can transport to an approved adopter arranged by the rescue.