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 somehow manages to be 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 where he 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. This boy is a lover through and through. If you're sitting down, he'll happily be right beside you. If you're outside enjoying the weather, he's right there soaking it all in with you. One of his favorite places is hanging out on the patio with his family, simply enjoying being included. He doesn't need to be the center of attention - he just wants to be wherever his favorite humans are.

Now... let's discuss Ernie's greatest talent. The sploot. This boy has elevated splooting into an art form. 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." Nobody asked him to. Nobody taught him. He simply feels called to sploot, and honestly, we respect the commitment.

When he's not perfecting his signature move, he's usually carrying around one of his beloved stuffed toys. Ernie is absolutely obsessed with giant plushies and proudly parades them around the house like they're priceless treasures. Watching this big, muscular boy delicately carry a giant stuffie around is one of the cutest things you'll ever see. He's also a social butterfly with other dogs and absolutely loves to play. Chase is his favorite game, and he'll happily zoom around the yard with his doggy friends until everyone is smiling. He's playful without being over-the-top and has done beautifully sharing his foster home with two other big dogs. And when the zoomies are over? Instant cuddle mode. Ernie has an incredible off-switch. He's just as happy curling up beside you for a quiet evening as he is playing outside. He truly gives you the best of both worlds - a fun, goofy adventure buddy during the day and a calm, snuggly couch companion at night. He was also wonderful with children, showing just how gentle this big guy really is. He seemed to instinctively understand that little humans needed extra kindness, making him a respectful and loving companion.

Ernie is one of those rare dogs who seems to have it all. He's handsome, hilarious, affectionate, incredibly well-mannered, dog-friendly, easy to live with, and overflowing with love. He's entertaining without being chaotic, playful without being overwhelming, and cuddly enough to make every day just a little bit better. He's the kind of dog who makes ordinary days feel special. The kind who greets you with the biggest smile, proudly delivers his favorite stuffed animal, flops into a dramatic sploot for absolutely no reason, and somehow makes everyone around him laugh. If you're looking for a loyal best friend, a professional cuddle bug, a champion splooter, and the sweetest chocolate hunk around... Ernie is waiting to meet you.

Ideal Home

Ernie would do best in a home without cats.

Ongoing Health

Ernie is current on all vetting, including vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm prevention. He has been microchipped.

Training & Support

Ernie is fully potty trained, crate trained, and walks wonderfully on leash. He knows the command "sit".

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting, transport, and a 12-month heartworm preventative injectable. A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.

Transporation

Ernie is located in Texas and can be transported to various drop-off locations nationwide, including 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). Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.