Happy Hanky Wiggles of Joy

You know how some dogs you can just look at and know they are happy, friendly, and good company? That was exactly how I felt the moment I saw Hanky. It was across the yard and I just knew he was going to be a good-time boy and I was not wrong. If pure joy were a dog, it would be Hanky Baby. He is estimated to be just under 1 year old, so he has his happy personality paired with the wiggles and sweetness of the puppy days. Simply, he is the definition of happy-go-lucky, friendly, affectionate, social, and always ready to make a new best friend. Take a look at his sweetness in action here: https://youtu.be/jEhVkHKi7FU

Hanky has been so fortunate and is fostered in a loving home. This means he is both house and crate trained and has a great base of those wonderful house manners all dogs need. His foster mom said this when we asked about Hanky: "This one was ALMOST a foster fail. This dog has stolen our family's heart and is the new mascot for our school bus stop! He is such a lover, loves to be around people, and will just sit at your feet. He's super sweet with kids and even though he's a puppy, he does not jump on the kids and just wants to be near them. Hanky Bear cannot meet a stranger – with people, dogs, and cats, he just wants to play and be in the middle of all of the fun. He's got a sweet puppy personality and doesn't want any drama and just wants to have a good time!" Isn't that the sweetest endorsement for a good boy?!

We saw the same thing – Hanky loves people with his whole heart, and he greets everyone like they're his most favorite person (because in his world, right then, they are!). He comes in for love and is quick to soak up any offerings of affection. He is the epitome of the dog that will make you smile even on a real bad day. Plus, he already knows "sit," so yeah, he is pretty much perfect! If you want to teach him a few more things, you'll be happy to know his sweet nature is perfectly paired with a boy who will work for a treat. That treat motivation and eagerness to please makes him a dream to teach, and he will quickly pick up more skills as he grows.

Ideal Home

Hanky Baby is an active kiddo who would thrive with a family that enjoys walks, hikes, outings, and positive training. Older kids would be a better match at this stage simply because he is still mastering the art of containing his enthusiasm and those jumpy greetings, but this will train away. If your kids know how to say "NO!" then he will be a perfect fit.

Ongoing Health

None listed.

Training & Support

Like all puppies, Hanky has things to learn – just the basics though. One area he will need continued guidance is on-leash walking, but he is responsive, sensitive in all the right ways, and thrives when someone shows him what's expected. He is perfectly social with other dogs and adapts his playstyle beautifully to playmates of different personalities. He shows excellent puppy communication – even backing off politely in moments when the big dogs get to be overwhelming. With a gentle, medium-energy dog at home, he'd have the perfect buddy to grow up with. He did wonderfully with the cat during his assessment and is at the ideal age to learn good manners around feline friends. With guidance and consistency, he can absolutely become a cat-compatible household member.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transportation

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 (pickup in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY, or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, and connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.