Charlie

Meet Charlie!

Charlie may be small in size, but he has a huge heart and enough personality to fill a room. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once he trusts you, he becomes a loyal, affectionate companion who wants to be involved in everything you do.

• Affectionate and loves hugs, kisses, and cuddling close to his people
• Loyal companion who enjoys following his humans from room to room
• Dog-friendly and cat-friendly
• Walks nicely on a leash
• Displays good potty manners in his foster home
• Enjoys helping with outdoor activities and exploring alongside his people
• Brave little guy who doesn't let his size slow him down
• Sleeps quietly through the night
• Generally happy and adaptable once settled into a routine
• May experience some separation anxiety and can cry when left alone
• Tolerates a crate but would likely prefer being close to his people

Charlie is the perfect blend of adventure buddy and cuddle companion. Give him a little time to settle in, and you'll be rewarded with a devoted best friend who wants nothing more than to be by your side.

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Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey.

Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster.

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ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE!

Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process

• Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated!

Requirements And Donations

• Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS).
• Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards.
• Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies.
• Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available.

Location And Hours

• Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; and Saturday 10AM-4PM.
• We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations.

Bringing Your New Dog Home

• The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/.
• Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/.

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