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Hi, my name is Boo! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Goofy, sensitive, friendly -Can Live with Kids: Yes, any child at least 16 Years of age or older due to handling sensitives -Can Live with Cats: No, I chased the cat in my previous home -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, I will need to meet any potential canine housemates here at whs to ensure we get along -Can do Apartment Living: No, I am a too big and need plenty of room to roam -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No -Energy Level: Medium -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter and microchip Additional Information: Boo is a goofy big boy who's a little under-socialized. He would do great in a patient home that has a routine down and does not stray from it. Boo would not do well in a home with a lot of strangers coming/going, he prefers to take his time getting to meet new people. Once he is comfortable, Boo is super friendly and loves to lean into you for pets. If you are interested in meeting him please see customer service to fill out an adoption application. View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Bowtie! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Unsure/a little anxious, energetic, goofy, playful -Can Live with Kids: No thanks! -Can Live with Cats: We have observed some prey-driven behaviors from Bowtie at the shelter, and at this time are recommending he go to a home with NO cats or other small animals. -Can Live with Dogs: No dogs please! I prefer to be an only child. Speak with an adoption counselor about Bowtie's history with dogs. -Can do Apartment Living: No thanks! I am vocal and may have a bit of separation anxiety. -Potty Trained: It appears so! -Bite History: Yes - ask staff for more details -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, one private lesson -Energy Level: Medium -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: No -Additional Information: Bowtie came to us as a stray and the shelter environment is not his favorite place to be. He's a little anxious/skittish and will need a dog-experienced owner who is willing to work with him on these issues. He will need consistent positive reward based training to help him gain confidence and bond with his new person/family! We think Bowtie would do best in a home with a fenced yard (he came to us as a stray, after all!) where he can play fetch and be silly! He's super playful but hasn't really figured out how to use his legs yet - his new owners will definitely be entertained by how clumsy and floppy he is! Bowtie has not had an easy start to life, so he needs a person or family who can commit to a successful future with him for the long haul! If you're interested in meeting with Bowtie, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Once that is complete you can come into the shelter for an introduction. View full description »

Hi, my name is Captain! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Loving, cuddly, playful. -Can Live with Kids: Yes, dog savvy kids. I lived with small children in my previous home and I did well with them -Can Live with Cats: Yes, I can live with cats with a proper, slow introduction. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, I would like a dog friend who has a similar energy level to me though we will need to be introduced here at the shelter to ensure we are a good match. -Can do Apartment Living: Up to counselor's discretion. -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, at least one private lesson. -Energy Level: Medium. I will need regular walks, and enjoy hikes and jogs, treat puzzles, and training. -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter and microchip Additional Information: I'm happy, fun-loving boy who is looking for his next family! I can live with cats, kids, and other dogs. I know some basic tricks, like sit and shake, but I will need to go to obedience training with my new family to work on my manners. My previous family says I'm gentle with kids, love playing tug, and getting belly rubs. View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Fluffer Nutter! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: HIGH ENERGY/ACTIVE, playful, a bit mischievous, adventure buddy -Can Live with Kids: Due to handling sensitivities, I can only live with teens ages 16+ -Can Live with Cats: No - due to the potential for high prey drive -Can Live with Dogs: Could potentially live with another rough/rowdy player who is tolerant of my rude behavior pending an initial introduction here at the shelter. I would not be a good match for any dogs who are dog-selective or cannot handle rude/rough play. No small dogs. -Can do Apartment Living: Absolutely not, I was likely an outdoor-only dog in my previous home and would NOT do well in apartments, condos, or trailers. Would do best in a home with acreage and a large fenced yard. -Potty Trained: Unknown -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, one to three private lessons depending on adopter experience -Energy Level: VERY VERY HIGH!!!! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter / MC Additional Information: Fluffer Nutter is an active dog looking for an active person/family to match his energy level! This floofy guy will need LOTS of physical exercise as well as mental stimulation, or else it's pretty likely that he will channel all that energy into something destructive. Fluffer Nutter came to us as a stray, but it appears he was likely an outdoor-only dog in his previous home. It's pretty clear Fluffer Nutter hasn't had much training and was probably left to his own devices prior to his arrival here at the shelter. He will need to go into a home with owners who are patient and willing to be consistent with positive reinforcement based training. Luckily he's a smart boy, which will hopefully be beneficial during training. We do not recommend adopting Fluffer Nutter if you work long hours and won't be home for most of the day - he has far too much energy and will need more interaction/activity than the average dog. If you'd like to make this sweet boy your new adventure buddy, the first step is filling out an adoption application. View full description »

Hi, my name is Glenn! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Energetic, active, goofy, still working on my manners -Can Live with Kids: Yes, sturdy dog-savvy kids ages 6+ (up to counselor's discretion) -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history - will need proper introductions to ensure everyone gets along. I would likely be "too much" for any shy or senior cats who prefer being left alone. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, I could live with a PUPPY-TOLERANT dog after an initial introduction here at the shelter and a prolonged introduction process in the home. -Can do Apartment Living: Yes, with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. Keep in mind though that I am going to get MUCH bigger and am a high energy breed. -Potty Trained: Working on it! -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, a 6-week puppy course -Energy Level: HIGH -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter/MC Additional Information: Glenn is a high energy pup looking for someone who can be consistent with his positive reward based training in order to set him up for success! He has not yet had any formal training but he loves people, treats, and is eager to please. Glenn originally came in with his sister, Gretchen, but they started getting into tussles in their shared kennel and had to be separated. This cute boy is going to grow into an active adult and will need an owner who is just as active as he is. He wants nothing more than to be someone's adventure buddy! Glenn will not be placed into a home where his people are gone long hours everyday - as a puppy, he's going to need a lot of attention and dedication. If you'd like to meet Glenn, the first step is submitting an adoption application. Members of our staff will then review the application to ensure it's a good match. View full description »

Hi, my name is Gretchen! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Energetic, playful, silly, still working on my manners -Can Live with Kids: Yes, sturdy dog-savvy kids ages 6+ (up to counselor's discretion) -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history - would need a proper introduction to ensure everyone gets along. I would likely be overwhelming for any shy or senior cats who prefer being left alone. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, I could potentially live with a PUPPY-TOLERANT dog after an initial introduction here at the shelter and a prolonged introduction process in the home. -Can do Apartment Living: Yes, with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. BUT keep in mind that I'm going to get much bigger and am a high energy breed. -Potty Trained: Working on it! -Bite History: Yes, ask staff for more details -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, a 6-week puppy course -Energy Level: HIGH! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a spay/MC Additional Information: Gretchen is an energetic puppy looking for a dedicated person/family willing to work on her training to ensure she becomes a well-rounded adult. Puppies require a lot more attention and dedication than most adult dogs - Gretchen's future adopters must be ready and able to give her everything she needs to be successful. She will need a home where someone is present most of the time as puppies do not do well being left alone long hours. Gretchen is going to be an active adult and will need an owner who is just as active as she is! If you'd like to meet Gretchen, the first step is submitting an adoption application. Our staff will then review your application to ensure it's a good match. View full description »

Hi, my name is Jasper! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Shy, friendly, gentle, lap dog -Can Live with Kids: Respectful kids ages 12+ (I'm a bit sensitive to handling/loud noises/quick movements) -Can Live with Cats: Yes, after a proper introduction to ensure everyone gets along -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, could potentially live with a small MELLOW dog who will respect my space. I'm not super interested in other dogs and would prefer one who isn't that interested in me either. Initial introductions will be done at the shelter -Can do Apartment Living: Yes, but my previous owner said I can be pretty vocal -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No -Energy Level: Medium -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a dental/MC Additional Information: Jasper is a sweet boy who loves people, but can be a little shy when first meeting strangers. His previous owners didn't leave him alone very much, so he would probably prefer a home where someone is present most of the time. Otherwise he'll get lonely. If you'd like to meet Jasper, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Our staff will then review the application to ensure it's a good match before setting up an introduction. View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Mally! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Intelligent, independent, stubborn and very active -Can Live with Kids: Yes, 14 and older. -Can Live with Cats: No, Mally reportedly fought with cats in his previous home and injured a chicken so he would do best in a home without any small animals. -Can Live with Dogs: No, Mally is under socialized and will escalate interactions with other dogs into fights. -Can do Apartment Living: No. Mally is too high energy for an apartment and will need a house with a FENCED YARD. This is required due to the fact that Mally will not be able to go to a dog park and will need lots of space to get plenty of exercise. -Potty Trained: Appears to be -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, one private lesson required. -Energy Level: HIGH!!! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a spay Additional Information: Mally was surrendered over to WHS when her owners had a change in lifestyle that prevented them from providing proper care for her. Mally is a very smart gal who can get anxious very easily - these traits will require a lot of mental and physical stimulation to keep Mally happy and healthy. Her new home will need to be very active, as being a working dog she has endless energy to burn. She would benefit from crate training and having someone home majority of the day, when left to her own devices she will get bored and may become destructive. Mally's new home will need to have dog experience as huskies do not make for good first dogs. Mally has a history of seizures, however she has not had an episode since May 2021. If Mally sounds like a good fit for your home and you meet all the requirements, please submit an application to the front desk for review. View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Minkuk! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Independent, curious and mellow. -Can Live with Kids: No thank you - 16 and older. Minkuk has handling sensitives and is fearful of loud noises and fast movements. -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history, will need proper introduction. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, introduction done here at WHS -Can do Apartment Living: No high foot traffic apartments or apartments that require you to take elevators as that would be overwhelming for Minkuk if strangers were in close proximity. -Potty Trained: Appears to be! -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, one private lesson to help Minkuk gain confidence. -Energy Level: Low - may have more energy once comfortable in his own home. -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: *UPDATE AFTER PUFA CHECK* -Additional Information: Minkuk is an older gentlemen that was left at the shelter for no fault of his own. The shelter has been very overwhelming and scary and he has been taking his time warming up to staff. Minkuk will need a very patient, dog-experienced home that will take time to help him improve his confidence in new places. Minkuk would prefer a mellow home to retire in with someone who can take him for a walk around the block so he can check his "pee-mail" daily. Minkuk would benefit from working with a trainer to help his transition into a new home. If you are interested in Minkuk, please see customer service for an adoption application. View full description »

Hi, my name is Moses! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, playful, people-oriented/affectionate, rough around the edges but eager to please! -Can Live with Kids: Due to my jumpy/mouthy behavior, any kids in the home will need to be ages 16+ -Can Live with Cats: No, I would likely be "too much" for cats -Can Live with Dogs: UPDATE AFTER DOG-DOG -Can do Apartment Living: Nope! I am a big boy with LOTS of energy and would likely not do well in an apartment. -Potty Trained: Appears to be! -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, at least one private lesson -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes - a neuter/MC -Additional Information: Moses is a SUPER SWEET dog who wants nothing more than to please his people. He's still working on his manners and needs someone who can support him and be consistent with his training. Specifically, Moses gets a little too excited sometimes and can become jumpy/mouthy - he means no harm, but he's a big boy and could accidentally hurt someone with this behavior. Moses is happiest with his humans and would do best in a home where his owners are present most of the time. He'd love to be your personal sidekick - walks, hikes, road trips - he wants to be by your side for it all! Moses is a high energy boy who will need plenty of physical AND mental stimulation to keep him happy - otherwise he will get bored and may channel his energy into destructive behaviors. If you'd like to meet Moses, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Members of our staff will review the application to ensure it's a good match before setting up an appointment. View full description »

Hi, my name is Mugsy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Friendly, playful, curious -Can Live with Kids: Yes, gentle, dog-savvy kids aged 12+ -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history. Will very likely chase! -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, Mugsy lived with dogs in the past and has done well in playgroup at the shelter. Everyone will need to meet first at WHS to ensure they're a good match! -Can do Apartment Living: Mugsy formerly lived on large property where he was free to come and go as he pleased. He may need a longer adjustment period to adapt to apartment life, but we think it could be done! Ask staff for more details -Potty Trained: Unknown -Bite History: Mugsy has never bit and broke skin, although his former owner handled him very roughly and there was mention of a bite/snap due to this. -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1 private lesson -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Neuter/microchip -Additional Information: Mugsy is a friendly young dog who hasn't had much in the way of training. He would do great with a family who can commit to continuing his training in a positive, gentle way. Mugsy is a bit of a troublemaker and has been known to get into the garbage can if left to his own devices. If given plenty of outlets for his energy, we know Mugsy will continue to improve and grow into the best dog he can be! View full description »

Hi, my name is Nova! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Smart, cuddly, active and curious -Can Live with Kids: Yes, 12 and older who can read dog body language. -Can Live with Cats: No. Nova has a history of having a high prey drive. -Can Live with Dogs: No. Nova had some food aggression in her previous home and has shown reactivity to dogs here. -Can do Apartment Living: No. Nova needs a home with a secured fenced-in yard as she will need off leash exercise but is not a candidate for dog parks. -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1 private lesson. -Energy Level: HIGH -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: No. -Additional Information: Nova was brought to the shelter because she was not doing well with the young child in the home. Nova will need a patient family who can understand she can be fearful in new situations. Nova is very intelligent and will need plenty of mental stimulation to keep her happy and healthy! Nova loves learning new commands and already knows a few! Nova will not do well at a dog park and for this reason we are requiring that her new home have a fenced in yard to ensure she can get proper exercise. If you are interested in this beautiful dog, please fill out an adoption application in order to meet her! View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Roomba! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Loving, friendly, goofy -Can Live with Kids: Roomba can be a little jumpy/mouthy when excited and would do best with strong, sturdy kids 12+ who aren't afraid to get knocked over from time to time! -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history, but preferably no. Roomba showed a lot of interest in chickens, small animals, and cats on walks. He likely has a high prey drive. -Can Live with Dogs: Based on tests done at the shelter, it appears Roomba would prefer to be an only dog. He is not likely to be a good dog park candidate, either. -Can do Apartment Living: Yes, with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation -Potty Trained: Appears to be, although we can't say for sure. May need some assistance when adjusting to his new home. -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1 private lesson -Energy Level: Medium -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: No, already neutered -Additional Information: Roomba is an affectionate dog who loves to lean against your legs and gaze lovingly into your eyes. He has a very sweet soul that shines through despite a lot of puppyish behavior in an adult dog's body! Roomba was surrendered to the shelter after ingesting something toxic -- he's a grazer and more than likely a counter surfer/garbage eater, so anything potentially hazardous to dogs should be kept out of reach from this curious guy! Roomba LOVES snacks and is eager to show off his tricks and learn some more. It seems like he might have some food sensitivities that result in his skin being a little flaky/itchy, and may need a special diet to keep him looking and feeling his best. If Roomba sounds like your type of pup, fill out an application to meet him today! View full description »

*Please note: dog adoptions are being facilitated by appointment only at this time. Please contact our front desk at (360) 733-2080 ext. 0 with questions. Thank you! Hi, my name is Trout! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Very Active, Smart, Food motivated. -Can Live with Kids: Yes, 14 and older unless the kids are dog-experience and can handle a jumpy, sometimes mouthy dog. -Can Live with Cats: Would be best in a cat free home, likely to chase cats. -Can Live with Dogs: Trout is very dog selective and may not get along with some dogs. He tends to prefer females to males. Any potential canine housemates will need to meet at the shelter first to ensure they're a good match. -Can do Apartment Living: Ideally no. If potential adopter is extremely active then up to counselors discretion. -Potty Trained: Appears to be -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, at least one private lesson. -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter and MC -Additional Information: Trout is a very active pup looking for an active home who can commit and invest in his future. Trout will need lots of mental stimulation and will thrive with positive reward based obedience training where he will bond hard to his new person. Since Trout came in as a stray it is unknown the types of homes he has lived in, in the past. He may be prey driven and should not live in a home with cats. View full description »

Hi, my name is Woofy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: HIGH ENERGY/active, excitable, goofy, a puppy in a big dog's body, intelligent but needs to work on training -Can Live with Kids: Due to my jumpy/mouthy behavior, I can only live with kids ages 16+ -Can Live with Cats: No, I would likely be way too much for a cat and I have been known to chase things -Can Live with Dogs: No, Woofy prefers to be an only child. He struggles with leash reactivity and has not tested well in off-leash settings at the shelter. -Can do Apartment Living: No, I would do best in a home with a secure fenced yard -Potty Trained: Unknown -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1-3 private lessons depending on adopter experience -Energy Level: High high HIGH! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter/MC -Additional Information: Woofy is a big ole puppy looking for someone with German Shepherd experience to adopt him! He has not had any formal training and will need someone who has the time, patience, and resources to help him become a well-adjusted doggo! This sweet boy has LOTS of potential and is very eager to please, he just needs someone who is willing to teach him. Woofy would not do well in a home where he's left alone long hours - he has way too much energy for that, and wants to be with his person! Woofy wants to be your sidekick and adventure buddy, and will need an owner who is just as active and energetic as he is! If you'd like to meet Woofy, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Our staff will then review the application to ensure it's a good match. View full description »