Ernie Sploots for You

Meet Ernie!

If you've ever wished your favorite stuffed animal could magically come to life... meet Ernie. This ridiculously handsome chocolate Lab/Staffy mix is a big, strong hunk of a dog and the sweetest, squishiest love bug you've ever met. He has the world's happiest pittie smile, soulful amber eyes, the cutest little forehead wrinkles, and enough personality to keep you smiling every single day. Ernie is the definition of a good boy. He's fully potty trained, crate trained, walks wonderfully on leash, knows "sit," and has fantastic house manners. He's been living with two other large dogs in his foster home and has been absolutely amazing. Honestly, he's the kind of dog that makes you wonder how he's still waiting for a family!

Ernie's absolute favorite thing in the world? His people. He's a lover through and through, happy to be right beside you if you're sitting down, or enjoying the weather with you on the patio. He doesn't need to be the center of attention – he just wants to be wherever his favorite humans are. And when he's not showering you with affection, he's perfecting his signature move: the sploot. Walking across the yard? Sploot. Playing outside? Sploot. Halfway through deciding what to do next? Sploot. It's like his brain randomly says, "You know what would improve this situation? Laying completely flat on the ground." He also has a deep love for giant plushies, proudly parading them around like priceless treasures. When he's not playing chase with his doggy friends (he loves to zoom!), he's happy to curl up beside you for a quiet evening. Ernie was wonderful with children, showing just how gentle this big guy really is.

Ideal Home

Ernie would do best in a home without cats, as he's made it pretty clear they're just a little too exciting for him.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Ernie is fully potty trained, crate trained, walks wonderfully on leash, knows "sit," and has fantastic house manners. He is also wonderful with other dogs.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1000, 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 priceless years of love and loyal companionship).
• Adopters receive extensive behavioral testing and information, discounts on DNA kits, 30-day pet insurance trial with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, discounts on in-person dog training through Rover Training, discounts on dog food subscriptions, coupons for Petco, discounts on pet first aid and hygiene solutions, discounted preventatives, and access to an exclusive Wags adopter Facebook page.

Transportation

• Ernie is located in Texas.
• Wags facilitates adoptions nationwide using their USDA certified transport system.
• Drop-off locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI, and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters).
• Transport includes real-time tracking, photo updates, and a private Facebook event page.
• A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
• Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.