Norton is a gentle giant with a heart full of potential. He came to us after living a rough life, likely as an outdoor dog who was left behind. Since arriving and moving into foster care, he’s been slowly learning what it means to be safe, loved, and part of a family. Norton is still shy with new people and needs time and patience to warm up, especially with men. He’s particularly sensitive about being touched near his neck and the area around his missing eye, but once he trusts you, he seeks out affection and enjoys being loved on in his own gentle way. He currently lives with other dogs and cats and is doing well with slow, supervised introductions. Norton is house-trained, crate-trained, and enjoys car rides, relaxing in the park, and taking in the world by his foster family's side. Because Norton is still nervous about loud noises and unfamiliar environments, he needs to be monitored when outdoors and will need a secure yard with tall fencing and a solid gate. Norton likes the mellow, simple pleasures, so a home without young children would be best. He would love a calm, adult household with someone who understands shy dogs and is willing to go slow as he continues to grow more confident. If you're looking for a loyal, gentle companion who just needs time, patience, and love to truly shine—Norton is your guy.
Ideal Home
Norton would do best in a calm, adult household without young children. He needs a secure yard with tall fencing and a solid gate, and he requires monitoring when outdoors due to his nervousness with loud noises and unfamiliar environments.
Ongoing Health
Norton has a missing eye and is sensitive about being touched near his neck and the area around his missing eye.
Training & Support
Norton is house-trained and crate-trained. He needs continued patience and understanding as he warms up to new people and gains confidence.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Norton is in a foster home in Tucson, AZ.
