Adopt

My name is Walter!

Posted over 2 months ago | Updated 1 day ago

Cared for by Happy Bark
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Home Check

3

Approve Application

4

Meet the Pet

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $275

This helps Happy Bark with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Cane Corso/Mixed Breed (Large)
Color
Black
Age
1 year 8 months old, Adult
Size
X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more (when grown)
Weight
105 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
1937

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Hi, I’m Walter—your very good, very large, very lovable Cane Corso mix gentleman.

I’m 18 months old, built like a teddy bear in a bodyguard suit, and I’m here because my previous family loved me but couldn’t afford to give me the best life. You might notice my lumpy elbow in the photos—that’s a hygroma. The vet says it’s a harmless, cosmetic fluid pocket that can show up where big-boned fellas like me rest our weight. One side healed great; the other was drained and is being watched since it’s trying to come back. I feel fine and can live my best life with it, pinky promise!

About me? I adore people and I’m polite about it—leaning in for head scritches, flopping for belly rubs, and gazing at you with my soft, amber eyes. I’m good with other dogs, too. And the fastest way to my heart is a bright yellow tennis ball. Toss it, and I’ll show you my goofy zoomies; keep it, and I’ll rest my giant chin on your knee for negotiations.

My dream home is one that appreciates a big, gentle shadow. A comfy bed (or your couch, if you insist), some elbow-friendly soft spots to lie on, a fenced yard for ball time, and humans who want a loyal best friend. I’m still a young guy, so I’d love consistent routines, patient guidance, and plenty of praise—I’m eager to please and even better with clear cues.

If you’re looking for a dignified cuddle-bug who can make you laugh with a single slow tail wag, I’m your boy. Come meet me, bring a tennis ball, and let’s start our forever story.

Love, Walter

Walter's adoption fee is $275. You can learn more about Walter and other dogs at Happy Bark by visiting www.happybark.org

PA Kennel License 17445
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Contact info

Pet ID
1937
Contact
Phone
Address
PO Box 9062, Erie, PA 16505

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Submit an app on www.happybark.org

2.

Home Check

A virtual home visit to make things easy.

3.

Approve Application

Demonstrate responsible pet ownership.

4.

Meet the Pet

Bring your current pets with you!

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

All done digitally so no mess paperwork.

6.

Pay Fee

Pay for the adoption fee right from your own mobile phone.

7.

Take the Pet Home

Enjoy! We are here for you if you have additional needs.

Additional adoption info

You will find our adoption process to be friendly and unintrusive. We simply work with you to ensure you are willing and able to provide appropriate care for a dog.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are a foster home based rescue, so please submit an application to meet a dog in our care, or check out our events page to see if we have an adoption event near you!

More about this rescue

Happy Bark is dog rescue reimagined. We embrace a progressive, community based approach to adoption designed to inspire the rehabilitation and rehoming of dogs in need so they may have a second chance at a life of boundless opportunities.

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