Winston (prev Scott)

-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: lbs

-ESTIMATED AGE: 2.4 years old

-KNOWN WITH DOGS: Winston LOVES playing with other dogs at the dog park!! He gets along best with female dogs. He does NOT get along with unfixed male dogs.

-KNOWN WITH CATS: No experience with cats

-KNOWN WITH KIDS: Has been fine with kids, BUT due to some of his herding dog behaviors is recommended for a home with older teens/adults only.

-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: Winston is housebroken and crate trained!

-KNOWN LIKES: Winston LOVES going to the dog park, laying in the sun, going on hikes, and chilling while the family watches movies

-KNOWN DISLIKES:

Fast introductions to new people in the home. (he's fine outside of the home!)

Winston is a great pup, who needs a home comfortable with a dog that is wary around new people! Being part herding breed, his instinct is to nip at someone coming in when they make him nervous. The current family has a great method to keeping everyone safe, but its not a permanent solution from them. Otherwise he's a GREAT companion!!!

Notes from the foster:

He’s absolutely the best dog! He’s absolutely loyal to those that love him and take care of him. He loves to cuddle and follow you around. Wants to be around you all the time and have fun. He’s perfectly capable of relaxing and watching movie and shows. He loves to go on hikes and to run around. He’s super fast too. His recall is fantastic. I would be hesitant to change his and since he’s super responsive to Winston and Winnie. He’s absolutely not an aggressive dog but when he’s scared or anxious he reacts by nipping which is the boarder collie in him. Winston also loves to lay out in the sun. When you have guests over do a slow introduction. Have him in a crate in a separate room then bring him out. Treats are perfect for introducing him to people. He’s also comfortable with a soft muzzle and pretty calm with it on.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: 'messagemarybeth@gmail.com'

PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:

http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/

HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Fill out the application and we will follow up with you! We will connect you to his foster!

LOCATION: An amazing Foster home

ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Mary Beth Maggio

ADOPTION FEE: Adult dogs: $475; Puppies less than 6 months: $550-$600

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HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:

-Spay/Neuter

-First 3 distemper series vaccines and de-worming's

-Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees

-Current on heartworm preventative

-Current on flea/tick preventative

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EXCLUSIVE HTAR ADOPTER BENEFITS:

- Free first exam with: Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Jermantown Animal Hospital, Clarendon Animal Care and all VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA offers $250 coverage - details provided)

- Best Paws Forward monthly training program

- Free online workshop with a with Fur-Get Me Not (DC/Arlington/Alexandria only)

- KEEP YOUR PET SAFE: Homeward Trails is proud to offer PetLink GPS trackers that will allow you to know where your pet is in real time.**Exclusive for HT Adopters (does not include subscription plan): $50 Check it out here: https://landing.petlink.net/gps-dog-tracker

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A portion of EVERY ADOPTION fee supports spay/neuter for animals in under-resourced communities

BE A FOSTER: Save a life: http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program.