Otis Underbite Toy Loving Angel

Otis feels like the kind of dog you get as a karmic gift for all the goodness you have given. He feels earned! He is deeply, deeply sensitive and thrives from connection. Simply, he is a heart-to-heart dog. The kind of dog who notices, is intuitive, and cares in a way that almost feels too good to be true for a dog. Otis is estimated to be around 3 years old and weighs 57 lbs. He is absolutely gorgeous, wonderfully mannered in the home, intuitive, and happiest living a quiet, steady kind of life. His intuitive nature comes with a certain, intentional caution, like he is guarding his gentle heart. But once he decides you are safe? You can watch that caution leave his body. Underneath is an incredibly gentle, loyal, soft-hearted dog who loves deeply and quietly. He is currently fostered in a loving home where his foster absolutely adores him. Otis is house trained, crate trained, easy to live with, and settles beautifully indoors. He loves toys, enjoys car rides, and lights up for walktime. His leash manners are lovely too. He walks at an easy pace and prefers peaceful strolls over chaotic adventures. While he can navigate busier parks or neighborhoods, he prefers calmer environments and predictable routines. He is more of a quiet morning coffee on the porch kind of soul. When meeting new people, especially men, Otis needs a little time and thoughtful introductions. He can initially become overwhelmed or shut down if too much attention or handling is placed on him too quickly. Otis communicates discomfort by giving himself space, shying away from the uncertainty, but he remained gentle even while stressed. He is not confrontational; he is careful. Once you understand that about him, he makes a lot of sense. Otis bonds hard to his people. He is incredibly loving at home, playful with toys, affectionate, and deeply loyal. He simply needs relationship-building and patience before that side emerges. He is very much a slow-burn dog. He notices who makes him feel safe, who listens to him, who gives him room to breathe, and then slowly, steadily, he opens up. With other dogs, Otis is more aloof than social. He tends to avoid pressure from pushy dogs and has shown himself to be submissive and gentle in interactions. He tends to prefer calm, confident female dogs, which tracks with his overall softer personality. He coexists very respectfully, waits patiently for treats, and does not create conflict around food or toys. He was gentle, calm, quietly curious, and very relaxed when meeting the resident cat, and he can live peacefully with calm or dog-savvy cats.

Ideal Home

Otis would thrive most in a home that appreciates sensitive dogs for exactly who they are. A home that does not expect instant confidence, forced socialization, or a go everywhere and meet everyone lifestyle.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions were mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Otis is house trained, crate trained, and has lovely leash manners. He prefers calmer environments and predictable routines. He needs a little time and thoughtful introductions when meeting new people, especially men. He bonds slowly and needs patience and relationship-building.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1000.
• This fee 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 from trainers, discounts on Embark DNA test kits, 30-day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, discounts on in-person dog training through Rover Training, discounts on Fetch fresh dog meatballs subscription, coupons for Petco, discounts on Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions, and discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer.
• A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.

Transporation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue-run 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 locations for Canadian adopters are in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.