Chestnut is a 12+ year old male cocker spaniel whose life story could have made him bitter... but instead, it made him even sweeter. This gentle senior was once someone’s devoted companion, the kind of dog who quietly follows you from room to room just to be near. Tragically, he was found abandoned on a busy road with a painful, eye injury, and struck by a car. Despite everything he has endured, Chestnut greets the world with softness, trust, and a tail that still wants to wag. His damaged eye has been removed, and he’s recovering beautifully after hip surgery. When he was found, his coat was painfully matted to the skin and he had to be shaved down. The good news? His soft, beautiful fur will grow back, and each day he grows stronger and more comfortable. What hasn’t changed is his spirit. Chestnut is calm, affectionate, and very gentle. He loves cozy dog beds, soft voices, and simply being near his humans. He’s past the hustle and bustle of youth and is ready for the quiet joys of senior life: sunny naps, slow strolls, and resting his head on a loving lap. He doesn’t ask for much - just safety, patience, and a loving home where he can finally exhale. Chestnut is good with other quiet dogs that allow him space as he prefers to keep to himself. He is good with cats.
Ideal Home
A home without young children is preferred due to his age and injury. He is good with other quiet dogs that allow him space, and he is good with cats.
Ongoing Health
Chestnut's damaged eye has been removed, and he has recovered from hip surgery. His coat was severely matted and required a shave-down, but it will grow back. Regular professional grooming will be required to prevent matting and slipping.
Training & Support
Chestnut is crate/pen trained and is clean in his enclosure.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- A home visit is required for each dog we adopt out.
- We do not have a shelter location and will not arrange a meeting without an approved application.
Transporation
We adopt within a 2-hour radius of Dayton, OH.
