My name is Canis Minor!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 11 hours ago

Cared for by Wolf Trap Animal Rescue

Adoption fee: $525

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My basic info

Breed

Labrador Retriever

Color

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Age

2 months old,

Size

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Weight

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Sex

Male

Pet ID

ps_2581326-40172

My details

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Meet Canis Minor, a Very Special Fostering Friend

Age: 8.5 weeks as of December 2, 2025

Breed: Mixed breed (adorable cuddlebug)

Personality: Incredibly sweet, ultra friendly, and wonderfully calm in human presence

Best Qualities: Loves people, kids, and dogs; enjoys close contact; a true velcro-pup

Why He’s a Great Match for Your Family:

- Loves Being Near You: His love language is physical touch - he’ll happily snuggle, nap beside you, and follow you from room to room.

- People-Positive: He lights up at the sight of people and children alike. He’s already so good with new faces.

- Great with Pets: Friendly with other dogs and happy around new four-legged friends.

- Smart & Trainable: At just 6.5 weeks old, he showed impressive intelligence and drive to learn. He was 85% potty trained in just four days. Imagine what a crate/house training routine can do with your guidance!

- Early Sleep Habits: He’s been sleeping in bed with loved ones, proving he’s a loyal, committed companion who wants to be by your side.

- Calm Demeanor: Very gentle and chill when people are around, making him a comforting presence in busy households.

What He Needs from Adoptive Family:

- A Loving Home Near or With People: He thrives on companionship and companionship means the world to him.

- A Little Time for Training: Consistent routines will help him shine even brighter as he grows.

- A Safe Spot for Cuddles: A warm bed or cozy nook where he can rest after adventures.

- A Buddy for Life: He’ll reciprocate with unwavering loyalty and lots of affection.

Quick Facts:

- Excellent with children and other dogs

- Loves snuggles and belly rubs

- Smart, trainable, and eager to please

- Not fond of being left alone (great match for a family with time and daily interaction) but will continue to work on his confidence

If you’re looking for a tiny, affectionate best friend who will fill your days with wagging tails, gentle kisses, and constant companionship, he could be the perfect fit. He’s ready to become a cherished member of a loving family.

Thank you for considering this sweet boy - he’s ready to steal your heart and your bed (in the cutest way.

Adoption Day: December 20th at PetSmart Tysons Corner from 10:00–11:00 AM, an approved adopter must be present to adopt.

Some pups may stick around until 11:00 AM for the public event—check our Facebook page closer to the date to see if this pup will be attending the extra fun!

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Meet Canis Minor, a Very Special Fostering Friend

Age: 8.5 weeks as of December 2, 2025

Breed: Mixed breed (adorable cuddlebug)

Personality: Incredibly sweet, ultra friendly, and wonderfully calm in human presence

Best Qualities: Loves people, kids, and dogs; enjoys close contact; a true velcro-pup

Why He’s a Great Match for Your Family:

- Loves Being Near You: His love language is physical touch - he’ll happily snuggle, nap beside you, and follow you from room to room.

- People-Positive: He lights up at the sight of people and children alike. He’s already so good with new faces.

- Great with Pets: Friendly with other dogs and happy around new four-legged friends.

- Early Sleep Habits: He’s been sleeping in bed with loved ones, proving he’s a loyal, committed companion who wants to be by your side.

- Calm Demeanor: Very gentle and chill when people are around, making him a comforting presence in busy households.

What He Needs from Adoptive Family:

- A Loving Home Near or With People: He thrives on companionship and companionship means the world to him.

- A Little Time for Training: Consistent routines will help him shine even brighter as he grows.

- A Safe Spot for Cuddles: A warm bed or cozy nook where he can rest after adventures.

- A Buddy for Life: He’ll reciprocate with unwavering loyalty and lots of affection.

Quick Facts:

- Excellent with children and other dogs

- Loves snuggles and belly rubs

- Smart, trainable, and eager to please

- Not fond of being left alone (great match for a family with time and daily interaction) but will continue to work on his confidence

Thank you for considering this sweet boy - he’s ready to steal your heart and your bed (in the cutest way.

Adoption Day: December 20th at PetSmart Tysons Corner from 10:00–11:00 AM, an approved adopter must be present to adopt.

Some pups may stick around until 11:00 AM for the public event—check our Facebook page closer to the date to see if this pup will be attending the extra fun!

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Rescue

Wolf Trap Animal Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

ps_2581326-40172

Contact

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Phone

(703) 638-2531

foster.adopt@wtarescue.com

Website

http://www.wtarescue.com

Address

PO BOX 2753, Merrifield, VA 22116

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption information and applications can be found here: https://www.wtarescue.com/adoption-process-2

If you are chosen to adopt after the Meet & Greet process (https://www.wtarescue.com/meet-and-greets), be aware that all of our pets stay in foster care for a minimum of 3 weeks, and adoption finalization and Transfer Day will take place at the end of that foster period.

What are the requirements to adopt? There are no situational requirements other than that your current pet/pets need to be up-to-date on their vaccinations, as well as spay/neutered. This demonstrates responsible pet ownership.
Adopters must submit proof of visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption.
If an adopted puppy is under 4 months of age, you must be in a situation where the puppy is not left unattended for >5 hours at a time.

Do you require home visits? No. Potential adopters are screened by their application, interviews by the foster, and the requirement of a Veterinary visit within 14 days. If you do not submit proof of a veterinary health visit within 14 days of adoption, your ownership of the animal is forfeited back to Wolf Trap Animal Rescue.

How can I see pictures of the puppies available? You can view them on our website at https://www.wtarescue.com/adopt-a-dog or https://www.wtarescue.com/adopt-a-cat.

How much is the adoption fee? The current adoption fee for puppies (under 2 years old) is $525. For adult dogs (over 2 years old), the fee is $485. The adoption fee for cats/kittens is $225. Adoption fees are payable by credit card only. This fee covers the cost of spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, deworming, flea/tick control, transport, food, and foster supplies - and it includes 30 days of pet insurance upon immediate activation.
You can see what is included with a WTAR adoption here: https://www.wtarescue.com/adoption-fees.

We can be reached via phone or email, depending on the nature of your inquiry. You can find our contact information here: https://www.wtarescue.com/contact-us.

Adoption application

https://www.wtarescue.com/adoption-process-2

Go meet their pets

Please see our website for information about all available pets, plus our Meet & Greet process!

https://www.wtarescue.com/adopt-a-dog

https://www.wtarescue.com/adopt-a-cat

https://www.wtarescue.com/meet-and-greets

More about this rescue

Wolf Trap Animal Rescue (WTAR) focuses efforts on rescuing high-risk animals from euthanasia, neglect, and abuse. These animals primarily come from Mississippi, where young animals are euthanized by the hundreds each and every day due to overpopulation. Lack of spay-neuter laws and large sections of rural land allow for free-roaming animals to reproduce, leading to a surplus of neglected, homeless, and starving puppies and kittens. These animals are then found and brought to local animal shelters, which simply cannot provide the care or homes these pets need in order to survive. Ultimately, they get euthanized for space or for illnesses contracted at the shelter.

There simply are not enough people to adopt.

We rescue these animals by operating a life-saving transport, foster, and adoption program. WTAR finds the pets who need us the most by employing a full-time transport coordinator on the ground in Mississippi (WTAR South), with the goal of working directly with these shelters and communities to be a resource when they cannot accept any more animals or find enough homes. These transports operate nearly weekly, relieving the shelters and communities from overcrowding and needless euthanasia. Redirecting the intake of young, at-risk animals from the shelter to WTAR allows additional time and resources to be spent on the older, less adoptable residents of the shelter that would otherwise be euthanized for space. Rescued animals are then scheduled and placed on emergency transport with WTAR to Northern Virginia. Upon arrival, they undergo an extensive veterinary intake evaluation and then are placed in foster homes until they find their forever homes through private Meet & Greets.