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My name is Arlo!

Posted over 3 months ago | Updated over 2 months ago

My basic info

Breed
Siberian Husky
Color
Black - with Gray or Silver
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

APPLICATION: If this dog has stolen your heart, don't wait!
Please apply online now to be considered as a potential adopter.

NAME, GENDER, AGE WEIGHT & BREED
DOG: ARLO
GENDER: MALE
DOB: 09-10-18 approx.
WEIGHT: 50 approx.
BREED: Siberian Husky Mix

LOCATION: Delhi, LA
ADOPTION FEE: $450.00 (includes transport)

The Siberian Husky is a dog breed that originated from Siberia and was later brought to Nome Alaska for sled-dog racing. They are a medium-sized dog with an average lifespan of around 12 to 15 years. Arlo is a five year old Siberian Husky, he is neutered and heartworm negative.

Kaylee is a granddaughter of one of our partners and works with rescue dogs on a daily basis. She saw a Husky, fell in love with the breed and decided that she really wanted one. Then, late September of 2018, Kaylee asked for a Husky and continued asking for a couple of years. She decided that she had to write a letter to “Santa” at school and asked him to bring her a Husky because her grandmother, Patricia, was not taking her seriously about getting her one:0

What she didn’t know was that grandma Patricia was looking for one and SURPRISE; Santa just happened to let the perfect male Husky show up on her Facebook as an older puppy that wasn’t sold. Patricia contacted the owner and they even kept Arlo until Christmas, Kaylee was really surprised.

Kaylee and Arlo were a good match, she describes him as super sweet! She really loves him and he adores her, however, as the years went on she began to realize that Arlo needed to be a part of a pack; sociability is in the Husky blood of the bred. She realized that she just doesn’t have the adequate time to devote to him daily. She wanted Arlo, to have a better life. She didn’t have time to walk him like he should and saw that he was so bored in when he was in the pen all the time. Not to mention that the summer in Louisiana was unbearable with two months straight of triple digit heat. She had been discussing this for the last several months with Grandma Patricia and made the best decision for Arlo, to find him a home that could give him the life he deserves.

Arlo gets along with all the other dogs and true to his breed, he is good with children, however, a home with no cats would be best! He knows his name well so she hopes the new family will keep his name. He needs a family that is familiar with the breed! Arlo does not have a mean bone in his body, however, true to the breed, he is just hard headed! He is easy to walk on a leash but he is so bored in the pen. He loves the water and cold weather and he will a much better in a home that he is meant to live in!

It takes real love to let a dog go, Kaylee has played, walked, fed and slept with Arlo for five years. She sees other rescue dogs go north and have such a great life and she feels bad that Arlo doesn’t have that kind of life with her in the South. She knows that she must always do what is best for the dog, she does it every day with her grandma’s rescue. She wants him to have a better life, a real Husky life in the snow and a home that would give him more attention.

Arlo gives unconditional love to everyone he meets, he has a charming disposition and a playful manner. Do you have room in your heart for a new best friend? Because Arlo wants nothing more than to share his heart with someone who can appreciate it for what he truly is: SPECIAL

ABOUT THE BREED A Sociable Creature
They are, first and foremost, very loving and gentle dogs, who give a lot of affection and love to receive it.

They’re good with children (though, of course, they should be supervised at all times) and friendly towards strangers. For this reason, I don’t recommend them if you want a guard dog, as they are likely to greet an intruder with a wag of the tail rather than a menacing bark.

Siberian Huskies shouldn’t be left alone for too long (no more than 3 or 4 hours), and they like to live with other dogs.

Needs Tons Of Exercise
Like the Alaskan Husky and the Alaskan Malamute, the Siberian Husky was bred to haul cargo, meaning they are used to doing a lot of activity and are, therefore, very high-energy dogs.

As adults, they need at least 1 hour of vigorous exercise a day. They make an excellent match for someone who is sporty and likes doing activities such as hiking, jogging or running.

Likes Having A Job
It is worth investing in a doggie backpack to fulfill her need to have a job. In these packs, you can store bottles of water to keep you both hydrated on a hike. Carrying this weight will satisfy her instinct to e Ask any Siberian Husky owner, and they’ll tell you all about the amount these dogs can shed.

Needs A Lot Of Maintenance!
Apart from everyday shedding (which is a pretty high amount), these dogs ‘blow out’ their entire undercoat twice a year – in the spring and the fall. That means – yep! Those hairs will be flying around, getting on the carpet, and testing your patience levels. During these times, you should probably just leave the vacuum cleaner where you can see it at all times! Taking him to a groomer at least two times a year will take care of all of that.

Has A Hard Time In The Heat
Like their Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute cousins, these dogs do not do well in the heat. If you live somewhere where the temperature reaches 80 degrees (26ºC) or over, don’t get a Siberian Husky.

They should not be exercised in temperatures above 68 degrees (20ºC). In the summer months, it is better to take them out in the morning and the evening when the temperature is lower.

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WHAT DOES THE NAME ARLO MEAN?
Traits associated with the name Arlo:
Arlo has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.
Dogs named Arlo tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Arlo?
Naming your dog Arlo suggests that you have a creative and unique style. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to nature and the outdoors, as Arlo is a name often associated with nature.

Is Arlo a good dog name?
Arlo has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Arlo isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity
• Arlo ranks #384 with users of PupNames.com.
• Arlo ranks #738 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
• Arlo ranks #1,527 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.

Naming your dog Arlo is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

In the past week, Arlo was viewed 185 times, and liked 7 times.
Most popular breeds named Arlo:
11) Beagle
12) Labrador Retriever
13) German Shepherd
14) Chinese Shar-Pei
15) Leonberger

Famous dogs named Arlo:
A dog named Arlo featured in the television show Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Rescue
Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Phone
Address
Preston, CT 06365

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc dogs are boarded and placed in foster homes until permanent, loving homes are found. We do not have a facility to visit - our dogs stay in private foster homes until adopted. We do our best to get to know each dog in our care so that we may be able to match them to the home best suited for their needs.

If you see a dog that you are interested in adopting, the process is as follows:

Step 1: The Application
Fill out an application. Each prospective owner fills out an adoption application. We usually have no history of our rescue dogs and are therefore very careful about placing them in households with children.

You will need to provide employer information, explain why you want the dog, and describe your yard, your other pets and your former pets, if any.

Step 2: Vet Check
Provide a veterinarian reference.
MUST:
•Call your vets office and give them permission to speak to us.
----If one of our volunteers contacts your vets office and they do not have permission to speak to us, it will hold up processing your application or result in closing it due to the volume of applicants we receive daily.

• Provide all information about your vet
----name
----address
----phone number.

We respect and value our volunteer’s time and they do NOT HAVE TIME TO LOOK UP YOUR VETS INFORMATION. We appreciate your help and respect to make sure we have all the information we need.

NEVER OWNED A DOG OR DO NOT HAVE A CURRENT VET REFERENCE:
If you've never gone to one before, you will need to provide a reference. The group will contact them to ask about your ability to care for a pet.

Step 3: The Home Visit
Your application will be reviewed and sent to a volunteer in your area. The volunteer will contact you to schedule a home visit within one week.

We require that everyone in the immediate family, including your current dog (if you have one) come to the appointment to meet your potential new dog. Adopting a dog is a big family decision and requires a commitment from everyone. If you currently own a dog, it must be up to date on shots, spayed/neutered and wear an i.d. tag.

Dogs from animal shelters can be amazing escape artists. By visiting your home, we can help you identify potential escape routes, and keep your new dog safe and secure.

Step 3: The Adoption
Before you bring your new dog home, you must sign an adoption contract with Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc.

Please remember that adoption contributions barely cover our expenses. Additional donations are greatly appreciated and will help us continue our life-saving work.

IF ANYTHING PREVENTS YOU FROM KEEPING YOUR DOG
Sometimes situations arise which cannot be helped. If, for any reason, you are unable to keep a dog you’ve adopted from Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc, the dog cannot be given away.

It doesn’t matter how much time has passed since the adoption. You must either return the dog to Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc, or obtain approval from RDVG to transfer ownership to a friend or relative.

If you and the dog you would like to adopt seem to be well matched, we will respond to your application by email. Feel free to contact us at any time regarding the status of your application.

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More about this rescue

Rescue Dog Village Guardian, Inc is a small collaborative of dedicated and committed rescuers in New England who work tirelessly to re-home deserving dogs from high kill shelters.

Our dogs are assessed by a highly seasoned and dedicated trainers who devote years of experience working with dogs in a variety of settings and ideal matches are made so the perfect forever homes can be found. Too many transitions make it harder on these dogs who've endured so much already in their precious lives, so we take great care to evaluate every aspect of their behavior and share that with potential adopters. We believe in FULL AND OPEN DISCLOSURE and adopt our dogs fully vetted and healthy. RESCUE TAKES A VILLAGE -- and we are honored to work with all who share our philosophy of working together to do what we can to make a difference BECAUSE WE CAN!