Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Ernie! 🐾💙
Ernie is a handsome 1–2-year-old Husky weighing approximately 55 pounds, and he is one happy, energetic boy!
Ernie is looking for an active family ready for plenty of fun, adventure, and Husky antics. He’s young, playful, curious, affectionate, and absolutely loves having a good time.
Ernie’s story began about four months ago when he was found wandering as a stray at a remote truck stop in North Edinburg. Since then, he has been waiting for the family who will give him the life he deserves.
And let’s just say—Ernie is ready for his next adventure! ❤️
🐕 Dog Friendly: YES!
Ernie absolutely loves other dogs and would do best in a home with canine friends. He is playful, energetic, and enthusiastic, and sometimes his version of fun involves some serious Husky-style roughhousing! Because of this, he would be happiest with large, playful dogs who can match his energy and enjoy an active playmate.
👧 Great with Kids!
Ernie loves children and is friendly and affectionate with people of all ages. Because he is still young and learning his manners, younger children should be supervised around him. He’s still figuring out proper doggy etiquette, and his excitement can sometimes get the better of him.
🏡 House Training:
Although Ernie has spent his time with us at an animal sanctuary, he has shown wonderful potential for becoming a great house dog. He is crate-trained and does not have accidents in his crate or pen. With patience, consistency, and a little time to adjust to indoor family life, we believe he’ll catch on quickly.
🐱 Cats:
Ernie has not yet been tested with cats, so we cannot say for certain how he would do living with them. Given his friendly nature, he may potentially learn to live peacefully with cats with patient training, careful supervision, and slow, proper introductions.
🚗 Adventure Buddy: YES!
Ernie is the kind of dog who wants to know, “Where are we going?” He walks beautifully on a leash, loves playing in water, and is always ready to jump into the car and see where the next adventure takes him.
🥾 Active Home Needed
Like any young Husky, Ernie has plenty of energy and needs a family who understands that a tired Husky is a happy Husky! He would thrive with someone who enjoys hiking, exploring, walking, playing, and spending time outdoors.
Ernie needs more than just a backyard. He needs exercise, enrichment, playtime, adventure, and opportunities to use both his body and his busy Husky brain.
He is curious, loyal, and eager to be part of his person’s life. Give him an adventure, and he’ll give you his heart. ❤️
After starting life as a stray at a lonely truck stop, Ernie is ready for something much better:
🐾 A family of his own
🐾 Canine buddies to romp and wrestle with
🐾 Hikes and outdoor adventures
🐾 Water to splash in
🐾 Car rides to wherever life takes him
🐾 And humans who will make him part of every adventure
Ernie is ready to be your hiking buddy, road-trip partner, playmate, and best friend.
If you’re an active person or family looking for a loyal, fun-loving companion who is always ready to explore, Ernie may be exactly who you’ve been waiting for. 💙🐺
He’s been waiting for his forever adventure. Could it be with you?
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW IF INTERESTED IN ADOPTING:
The next step to adopt is to fill out an application on our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org
This doggy is spayed/neutered, heart worm positive (Ernie has started on his slow-kill treatment which is 30 days of antibiotics and regular monthly heart worm prevention), current on age-appropriate vaccinations, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, microchipped, current on de-wormer, and will receive a clean bill of health from a licensed veterinarian prior to transport.
This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We have mainly adopted only in the Northeast but are expanding to include Midwest and PNW starting in September of 2026
The adoption fee listed ($595) INCLUDES transport from Texas to one or around one of the locations below.
Transport goes to or around the following locations every 1, 2 or 3 weeks:
Albany, NY - Port Chester, NY area - Anemia, NY
Wells, VT and Brattleboro, VT
Nashua, NH
Willington, CT - Stamford, CT - Dayville, CT
Steubenville, OH – Cincinnati, OH – Grove City, OH
Grove City, PA and Washington, PA
Ridgefield, NJ - Bordentown, NJ - Egg Harbor City, NJ
Emmitsburg, MD - Elkton, MD - Hagerstown, MD
Falls Church, VA and Glenn Allen, VA
Adding new Stops to the PNW:
Boise, ID
Portland, OR
Tumwater, WA – Bothell, WA – Bellingham, WA
Missoula, MT – Laurel, MT
We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is the best fit for your home. With an approved application, we do put you in touch with the Texas foster who has the doggy for you to make sure they are the perfect fit.
