On August 8th, Max will hit a milestone no one wanted to reach: TWO YEARS at Animal Aid Society. Before that? He was in another shelter. And before that? Prison, part of a dog/prisoner rehabilitation program (Just to clarify: Max has no criminal record. Unless you count stealing hearts.) Max is a 67-pound orange enigma: short-haired, sturdy, with impossibly tender eyes that make you want to wrap him in a blanket and rethink your boundaries. We’re not sure what Max is a mix of (Lab? Hound? Traffic Cone?), but if you stop by to meet him, we’d love to hear your guess.Max was adopted once, for a month, and he gave it everything he had. But the home was too much for our sensitive boy: kids, another dog, constant motion - Max doesn’t do well with whirlwinds. He shut down. He came back. And he’s been waiting ever since. But the dog who returned then - skittish, overwhelmed, unsure - isn’t the Max you’ll meet today. A kind, talented trainer worked with our volunteers and together, they've helped him swap panic for trust. Slowly, the real Max emerged. At his core, Max is a world-class snuggler... a lap-seeking, blanket-burrowing, ballad-loving marshmallow who wants nothing more than to curl up against your side and snooze while you sing very off-key. (Favorites include Blackbird and Rainbow Connection. His taste is impeccable. His standards are forgiving.) One time, Max flushed a baby bunny from the woods. Big dog, tiny creature... everyone braced for the worst. But Max? He gave the gentlest “let’s play” bark, booped the bunny softly on the head, and then sat beside it like an encouraging big brother. When the bunny mustered the courage to flee, Max just watched him go - no chase, no fuss. Just good manners and a curious heart. And while Max enjoys the woods, a good romp, and the occasional lure course run, his true happy place? It's curled up beside you, being the little spoon. He’s a homebody at heart - soft, affectionate, and deeply content when he knows you're near. He’d thrive as your only pet in a peaceful, adult household - somewhere calm and steady, where love shows up in quiet ways. Someone kind enough to help him through the things that still worry him (like baby strollers and surprise bicycles), and wise enough to know that the best adventures sometimes happen on the couch. Here’s what Max is looking for: ***A calm, patient human or pair of adult humans. ***A low-traffic household. ***Gentle reminders that the world is safe now: He’s made amazing progress, and he’s ready for more. We’ll even help cover the cost of working with a fantastic, force-free trainer - someone Max already trusts. Max is neutered, vaccinated, healthy, and about seven years young. And he’s ready. Ready to trust. Ready to love. Ready to go home. Come meet Max at Animal Aid Society, 80 Butler Farm Road, Hampton. We’re open every day from 9am to noon, even on weekends and holidays. Interested? Come for a visit any day of the week - 365 days a year between 9am - 12pm. Hope to see you soon!
PLEASE NOTE: Animal Aid Society observes a 40 mile adoption radius to facilitate post adoption support and follow ups.
On August 8th, Max will hit a milestone no one wanted to reach: TWO YEARS at Animal Aid Society. Before that? He was in another shelter. And before that? Prison, part of a dog/prisoner rehabilitation program (Just to clarify: Max has no criminal record. Unless you count stealing hearts.) Max is a 67-pound orange enigma: short-haired, sturdy, with impossibly tender eyes that make you want to wrap him in a blanket and rethink your boundaries. We’re not sure what Max is a mix of (Lab? Hound? Traffic Cone?), but if you stop by to meet him, we’d love to hear your guess.Max was adopted once, for a month, and he gave it everything he had. But the home was too much for our sensitive boy: kids, another dog, constant motion - Max doesn’t do well with whirlwinds. He shut down. He came back. And he’s been waiting ever since. But the dog who returned then - skittish, overwhelmed, unsure - isn’t the Max you’ll meet today. A kind, talented trainer worked with our volunteers and together, they've helped him swap panic for trust. Slowly, the real Max emerged. At his core, Max is a world-class snuggler... a lap-seeking, blanket-burrowing, ballad-loving marshmallow who wants nothing more than to curl up against your side and snooze while you sing very off-key. (Favorites include Blackbird and Rainbow Connection. His taste is impeccable. His standards are forgiving.) One time, Max flushed a baby bunny from the woods. Big dog, tiny creature... everyone braced for the worst. But Max? He gave the gentlest “let’s play” bark, booped the bunny softly on the head, and then sat beside it like an encouraging big brother. When the bunny mustered the courage to flee, Max just watched him go - no chase, no fuss. Just good manners and a curious heart. And while Max enjoys the woods, a good romp, and the occasional lure course run, his true happy place? It's curled up beside you, being the little spoon. He’s a homebody at heart - soft, affectionate, and deeply content when he knows you're near. He’d thrive as your only pet in a peaceful, adult household - somewhere calm and steady, where love shows up in quiet ways. Someone kind enough to help him through the things that still worry him (like baby strollers and surprise bicycles), and wise enough to know that the best adventures sometimes happen on the couch. Here’s what Max is looking for: ***A calm, patient human or pair of adult humans. ***A low-traffic household. ***Gentle reminders that the world is safe now: He’s made amazing progress, and he’s ready for more. We’ll even help cover the cost of working with a fantastic, force-free trainer - someone Max already trusts. Max is neutered, vaccinated, healthy, and about seven years young. And he’s ready. Ready to trust. Ready to love. Ready to go home. Come meet Max at Animal Aid Society, 80 Butler Farm Road, Hampton. We’re open every day from 9am to noon, even on weekends and holidays. Interested? Come for a visit any day of the week - 365 days a year between 9am - 12pm. Hope to see you soon!
PLEASE NOTE: Animal Aid Society observes a 40 mile adoption radius to facilitate post adoption support and follow ups.
Please note: We prefer that adopters be located within 40 miles of the shelter to facilitate post adoption follow up.
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Submit Application
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Interview
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Home Check
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Approve Application
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Sign Adoption Contract
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Pay Fee
Additional adoption info
If all goes well and you decide to pursue adoption, you will be asked to complete a pre-adopt. Once your family, including any dogs, have also met with the dog you wish to adopt, your application will be submitted to the Adoption Committee for review. We estimate the pre-adoption process can take up to 14 days or longer.
Please note: AAS is committed to finding the best fit for each of our dogs. For this reason, we will accept multiple applications for a dog. In the case of multiple applications, we will select the applicant that is the best fit based on the needs of the dog.
Adoption fee for puppy/adult dogs is $300.00.
Adoption fee for senior dogs is $150.00.
Dogs qualify as a senior based on their stature/weight and age. The scale below shows the age at which a dog attains “senior” designation:
0-20 lbs: 11 years
21-50: 10 years
51-90: 8 years
91+: 7 years
If all goes well and you decide to pursue adoption, you will be asked to complete a pre-adopt. Once your family, including any dogs, have also met with the dog you wish to adopt, your application will be submitted to the Adoption Committee for review. We estimate the pre-adoption process can take up to 14 days or longer.
Please note: AAS is committed to finding the best fit for each of our dogs. For this reason, we will accept multiple applications for a dog. In the case of multiple applications, we will select the applicant that is the best fit based on the needs of the dog.
Adoption fee for puppy/adult dogs is $300.00.
Adoption fee for senior dogs is $150.00.
Dogs qualify as a senior based on their stature/weight and age. The scale below shows the age at which a dog attains “senior” designation:
0-20 lbs: 11 years
21-50: 10 years
51-90: 8 years
91+: 7 years
PLEASE NOTE: We prefer that adopters be located within 40 miles of the shelter to facilitate post adoption follow up.
We are open 365 days a year from 9 AM - 12 PM! You can visit with any of our pups my coming to our shelter at 80 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666.
PLEASE NOTE: We prefer that adopters be located within 40 miles of the shelter to facilitate post adoption follow up.
We are open 365 days a year from 9 AM - 12 PM! You can visit with any of our pups my coming to our shelter at 80 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666.
More about this shelter
The purpose of the Society shall be to provide to/and or for animals, other than man, shelter, medical aid, care and protection, to act as a placement agency for animals in good health, and to provide education for the humane care and treatment of animals, and to attempt to prevent cruelty to animals. We are a nonprofit organization that receives no funding from state or federal agencies. All of the funds required to maintain the shelter and care for the dogs come from donations and special fund-raising events. Donations to the shelter are tax deductible.
Our dogs are not euthanized for space. This means that new dogs can only be accepted by the shelter when we have an available kennel.
All of our dogs are:
Examined by a veterinarian
Receive medical care as needed
Current on vaccinations
Spayed or neutered
Regularly walked and exercised
Socialized and loved
Temperament tested
Microchipped
The purpose of the Society shall be to provide to/and or for animals, other than man, shelter, medical aid, care and protection, to act as a placement agency for animals in good health, and to provide education for the humane care and treatment of animals, and to attempt to prevent cruelty to animals. We are a nonprofit organization that receives no funding from state or federal agencies. All of the funds required to maintain the shelter and care for the dogs come from donations and special fund-raising events. Donations to the shelter are tax deductible.
Our dogs are not euthanized for space. This means that new dogs can only be accepted by the shelter when we have an available kennel.
All of our dogs are:
Examined by a veterinarian
Receive medical care as needed
Current on vaccinations
Spayed or neutered
Regularly walked and exercised
Socialized and loved
Temperament tested
Microchipped
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