Mike is an affectionate, social boy with a big heart and a lot of enthusiasm for life. He's currently on our at-risk list due to increased stress in the shelter environment, but in his interactions, he continues to show strong affiliative behavior and a clear desire to connect with both people and other dogs. In recent dog introductions, Mike has shown playful, friendly interest, offering vocal greetings, zoomies, and engagement with other dogs in an open park setting. He enjoys running, playing, and being part of the action, and has even joined in on water play during outings. At times, his excitement can build quickly during play, and he may become more vocal or animated, but he is responsive to redirection and responds well when called back to focus. With people, Mike is very friendly and engaging, and volunteers describe him as social and affectionate. Like many dogs experiencing kennel stress, he can be more reactive in high-arousal shelter moments and benefits from time to decompress outside of the kennel environment. Mike has participated in multiple dog interactions to help better understand his play style and social preferences. He enjoys companionship and play, and continued introductions can help support his success in a home setting. Mike will benefit from a home willing to take introductions at a thoughtful pace as he settles in and adjusts to a new environment. What stands out most about Mike is his personality - he's fun, social, and full of life, and he's ready to share that energy with a family of his own.
Ideal Home
Mike will benefit from a home willing to take introductions at a thoughtful pace as he settles in and adjusts to a new environment.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions or procedures were mentioned.
Training & Support
Mike is responsive to redirection and responds well when called back to focus. Continued introductions can help support his success in a home setting.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transportation
Mike is located at our shelter. We offer transport to approved adopters.
