Max Sterling Playful and Sweet

Max Sterling is his name, puppy love and fun is his game! If there's water to splash in, a toy to carry, a trail to explore, or a new friend to greet, Max is already halfway there with a wagging tail and the kind of puppy enthusiasm that's impossible not to smile at. Equal parts cuddle buddy, adventure apprentice, and joyful little shadow, he's growing into the kind of dog who makes everyday life feel a little more fun simply by being part of it.

Estimated to be around 4 months old, Max currently weighs 33 pounds. He looks every bit like a Weimaraner, possibly with a dash of Pit Bull mixed in, though as with all rescue dogs, his breed and age are simply our best guess. Whatever combination created him certainly knew what it was doing. From his sleek silver coat and expressive amber eyes to his athletic build and thoughtful gaze, Max has all the classic good looks of a young Weimaraner paired with the warm, people-loving personality we all adore.

For a puppy, Max already has a wonderfully solid foundation. He is being fostered in a loving home where he's learning all the important things that help puppies grow into fantastic family dogs. He has lovely house manners, walks nicely on leash, rides well in the car, and approaches new experiences with curiosity instead of worry. He's eager to learn, highly treat motivated, and seems to genuinely enjoy figuring out what you're asking of him. Max is wonderfully social too. He happily plays with dogs both big and small and has the kind of easygoing confidence that allows him to fit into different groups without making a fuss. New people are simply future friends waiting to say hello, and he greets them with the cheerful optimism only a happy puppy can deliver. One thing you'll discover quickly is that Max is fairly certain water makes every activity better. Kiddie pool? Fantastic. Creek? Even better. If your idea of a perfect weekend includes hikes, lake days, backyard sprinklers, or simply having a four-legged sidekick along for the ride, Max is ready to enthusiastically sign up. Like every puppy, Max will continue learning as he grows, but he's already showing all the signs of becoming an incredibly well-rounded companion. With continued positive training, plenty of adventures, and a family excited to help him discover the world, this handsome young guy has all the ingredients to become an extraordinary lifelong best friend. If you're looking for a puppy who's affectionate, confident, playful, eager to learn, and already off to an amazing start, Max just might be your perfect match.

Ideal Home

If your idea of a perfect weekend includes hikes, lake days, backyard sprinklers, or simply having a four-legged sidekick along for the ride, Max is ready to enthusiastically sign up.

Ongoing Health

No ongoing health conditions are mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Max has lovely house manners, walks nicely on leash, and rides well in the car. He is eager to learn and highly treat motivated. With continued positive training, he is sure to become an extraordinary lifelong best friend.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1200, which includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport, and years of love and loyal companionship).
• A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.

Transporation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada. You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page!