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My name is Samson!

Posted over 7 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3

Home Check

Adoption fee: $375

This helps Friends Of Homeless Animals with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)/American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Brindle/Brindle
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
64 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
657

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

https://foha.org/pet/samson/

Hi there! My name is Samson, and I'm here to tell you a little bit about myself. First of all, let me just say that I've been told I'm quite the looker, but I promise there's more to me than just my good looks! I'm a dog with a heart of gold and quite the extraordinary companion on the trail and in the home.

You know, I'm a bit of a celebrity around here. They call me the "go-to" guy for our special doggie activity called Tails to Trails. It's a group outing where we get to explore new paths and sniff out exciting scents together. There's nothing quite like the feeling of the wind in my fur as I explore the great outdoors. And you better believe I never miss an opportunity to take a dip in a puddle, creek, or stream along the way. Water is my happy place!

AND, I'm a perfect gentleman on the leash. You'll never catch me pulling or getting aggressive towards other dogs, even when they are relatively closeby.

But my adventures don't stop there. If you ever catch a glimpse of me in the shelter play yard, you'll likely see me pushing my beloved Jolly Ball around with all my might. It's my favorite way to burn off excess energy.

Oh, and did I mention how much I love car rides? I'm a total sucker for feeling the breeze on my face and getting some pets from my favorite humans. I adore riding shotgun - it's the perfect position for maximum attention!

In the home, I am a total rockstar. Thanks to some incredible friends, I periodically spend up to a week at a time in foster care sharing their home. And let me tell you, those times are pure bliss.
I get to kick back, relax, and indulge in some serious snuggle sessions. Playing fetch and pushing my beloved Jolly Ball are favorite pastimes, but I'm not one to hog the spotlight for too long. After a few minutes of play, I'm more than happy to saunter inside for some quality downtime.
I take pride in my impeccable house manners - I'm fully housetrained, love my toys, and snooze like a champ through the night, preferably curled up right next to you if that's your thing. And when it comes to sharing, well, let's just say I'm a pretty generous guy. You want that toy? No problem. Just promise me you'll throw it for a game of fetch!
Now, let's talk about what I'm looking for in my forever home. First off, I would thrive in a calm environment where there are very few visitors. Adults only too please, who understand that trust takes time to build. It will take more than a couple visits from a very special, patient and experienced dog owner(s) to earn my trust, but I promise it will be worth it! Once I warm up to you, though, I'll be your loyal companion for life. While I'm not necessarily a fan of sharing my space with other dogs, I don't seem to have any serious issues with those mysterious creatures called cats.
It's been quite the long journey waiting patiently for my perfect family, but I know they're out there somewhere. So if you're ready to embark on this adventure with me, let's make it happen. I promise you won't regret it. Love, Samson
Rescue
Friends Of Homeless Animals

Contact info

Pet ID
657
Contact
Adoption Center
Address
39710 Goodpuppy Lane, Aldie, VA 20105

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3.

Home Check

Home visit is virtual. We will also check with your most recent vet for current pets.

Additional adoption info

Walk-ins are welcome at the shelter Friday, Saturday or Sunday 12-5pm. If you submit an application ahead of time we will send you a link to sign up for an appointment Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

39710 Goodpuppy Lane
Aldie, VA 20105

More about this rescue

FOHA is the enduring gold standard in quality for no-kill rescues, saving and improving the lives of homeless cats and dogs. We strive to:
Bring an end to the unnecessary killing of companion animals
Provide a safe haven for abused and abandoned animals
Provide food, shelter, medical care, rehabilitation, and compassion to homeless animals
Find permanent, loving homes for the animals in our care
And, most importantly, bring about a time when there will be no more homeless pets and every dog and cat can be guaranteed a loving home