This sweet, squatty, snorty little 50lb heartthrob has watched people walk past his kennel day after day. He perks up every single time—tail wagging, ears forward, hope flickering in his eyes--thinking maybe this time someone is finally coming for him. And every time... he'll he watches them walk away.
Champ is about 3 years old, neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative, and so grateful for the care he's receiving. But no matter how much we love him, a shelter isn't a home. Not the kind he dreams of.
He thrives on his day trips—those rare moments where he gets to ride in the car, explore new places, and feel like a real dog again. And the best part? He's been good with other dogs on his outings. He enjoys having canine friends! But no cats for this handsome guy—he can't resist the urge to chase them.
When the adventure ends, Champ doesn't get to go home. He returns to a kennel instead of a couch... concrete instead of a comfy bed. He curls up quietly, wishing that just once, the car ride wouldn't take him back here.
And yes—he snorts like a piglet and probably snores like a freight train, but those are the sounds of a dog who feels safe and loved. Sounds he hasn't been able to make yet.
Champ's story began with abandonment. Dumped. Left behind. Nobody ever came looking. Nobody tried. We've promised him that he will never be left like that again—but we can't keep that promise without you.
He has everything a family could want except... a family.
✨ Good with other dogs
✨ Sweet, silly, handsome
✨ About 50 perfect pounds
✨ Loyal, loving, and longing to belong
✨ Just needs a home without cats
Please—be the one who shows Champ what forever truly means. Let's give this boy something real to be thankful for:
a home, a bed, a person, and a life where he never wonders if he matters ever again.
Come meet Champ. Let him be your reason to smile today.
Contact Amber today! (757) 365-6318 or animalservices@isleofwightus.net
Isle of Wight County Animal Services
13044 Poor House Rd
Windsor, VA 23487
This sweet, squatty, snorty little 50lb heartthrob has watched people walk past his kennel day after day. He perks up every single time—tail wagging, ears forward, hope flickering in his eyes--thinking maybe this time someone is finally coming for him. And every time... he'll he watches them walk away.
Champ is about 3 years old, neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative, and so grateful for the care he's receiving. But no matter how much we love him, a shelter isn't a home. Not the kind he dreams of.
He thrives on his day trips—those rare moments where he gets to ride in the car, explore new places, and feel like a real dog again. And the best part? He's been good with other dogs on his outings. He enjoys having canine friends! But no cats for this handsome guy—he can't resist the urge to chase them.
When the adventure ends, Champ doesn't get to go home. He returns to a kennel instead of a couch... concrete instead of a comfy bed. He curls up quietly, wishing that just once, the car ride wouldn't take him back here.
And yes—he snorts like a piglet and probably snores like a freight train, but those are the sounds of a dog who feels safe and loved. Sounds he hasn't been able to make yet.
Champ's story began with abandonment. Dumped. Left behind. Nobody ever came looking. Nobody tried. We've promised him that he will never be left like that again—but we can't keep that promise without you.
He has everything a family could want except... a family.
✨ Good with other dogs
✨ Sweet, silly, handsome
✨ About 50 perfect pounds
✨ Loyal, loving, and longing to belong
✨ Just needs a home without cats
Please—be the one who shows Champ what forever truly means. Let's give this boy something real to be thankful for:
a home, a bed, a person, and a life where he never wonders if he matters ever again.
Come meet Champ. Let him be your reason to smile today.
Contact Amber today! (757) 365-6318 or animalservices@isleofwightus.net
Isle of Wight County Animal Services
13044 Poor House Rd
Windsor, VA 23487
