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My basic info
Breed
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
1 year 6 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
71 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
59788344
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Vaden is a lovable young adult dog with a big personality to match his 74-pound frame! His most hilarious feature? Those giant ears and his charming grin that will absolutely steal your heart. Vaden came to the shelter as a stray and his original finder described him as “the very best boy,” and it’s easy to see why! He already knows the commands “sit,” “stay,” and “down” and is eager to impress with his enthusiasm for learning!
Friendly and approachable, Vaden is happiest when people take things slow with him at first to help him build trust. He has a soft spot for petting sessions, especially on his head and chest, and he’s absolutely obsessed with tennis balls! Vaden doesn’t care for petting on his booty, so he requests you please keep all scratches to his head and front upper body. Vaden’s signature move is walking around with an “emotional support tennis ball” in his mouth, and he’s always ready to trade one ball for another or show off his “sit” and “shake” skills in exchange for a throw. He enjoys playing with softer toys too, though tennis balls remain his favorite by far.
Like any active young dog, Vaden is strong and pulls on leash, making him a great match for a family dedicated to training and helping him build confidence. He thrives on positive engagement, especially when treats or cheezewiz are involved! Vaden can sometimes bark at new people out of fear and was a little spicy when meeting another dog at the shelter. Vaden may do well as an only dog or in a home with another confident and respectful canine friend to show him the ropes. His ideal family will work patiently to further his obedience and socialization skills while setting him up for success. If you’re ready to welcome a loyal, eager-to-please buddy into your life, Vaden is excited to be your new best friend! We recommend potential adopters bring any canine family members to meet Vaden and ensure he’s the perfect fit for your home.
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations ar
Vaden is a lovable young adult dog with a big personality to match his 74-pound frame! His most hilarious feature? Those giant ears and his charming grin that will absolutely steal your heart. Vaden came to the shelter as a stray and his original finder described him as “the very best boy,” and it’s easy to see why! He already knows the commands “sit,” “stay,” and “down” and is eager to impress with his enthusiasm for learning!
Friendly and approachable, Vaden is happiest when people take things slow with him at first to help him build trust. He has a soft spot for petting sessions, especially on his head and chest, and he’s absolutely obsessed with tennis balls! Vaden doesn’t care for petting on his booty, so he requests you please keep all scratches to his head and front upper body. Vaden’s signature move is walking around with an “emotional support tennis ball” in his mouth, and he’s always ready to trade one ball for another or show off his “sit” and “shake” skills in exchange for a throw. He enjoys playing with softer toys too, though tennis balls remain his favorite by far.
Like any active young dog, Vaden is strong and pulls on leash, making him a great match for a family dedicated to training and helping him build confidence. He thrives on positive engagement, especially when treats or cheezewiz are involved! Vaden can sometimes bark at new people out of fear and was a little spicy when meeting another dog at the shelter. Vaden may do well as an only dog or in a home with another confident and respectful canine friend to show him the ropes. His ideal family will work patiently to further his obedience and socialization skills while setting him up for success. If you’re ready to welcome a loyal, eager-to-please buddy into your life, Vaden is excited to be your new best friend! We recommend potential adopters bring any canine family members to meet Vaden and ensure he’s the perfect fit for your home.
This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations ar
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
More about this shelter
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
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