Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Story
Oklahoma Joe was found as a stray and picked up by Animal Control on Tallahassee Lane in Pasco. He is now neutered and ready to go home today!Currently weighing about 46 pounds, Oklahoma Joe has a bright future ahead of him—we just hope the right person sees it too.It`s no secret that Joe is underweight. When he arrived, he was immediately placed on a carefully managed feeding plan to help him safely begin gaining weight. Dogs that have gone without adequate nutrition for an extended period can`t simply be fed as much as they`ll eat, as doing so can lead to a dangerous condition called refeeding syndrome. Instead, his meals have been carefully increased over time to give his body the best chance to recover safely, and he`s already making steady progress.Whatever Oklahoma Joe has been through, it`s clear someone spent time with him at some point in his life.He knows an impressive list of commands in both English and Spanish, including sit, stay, wait, lay down, shake, and speak. Some commands he`ll perform with verbal cues alone, and he absolutely loves showing off his skills for a tasty treat. Joe is very food motivated and genuinely enjoys working with people, making training sessions both fun and rewarding.He walks well on a leash with just a little pulling and has a wonderfully gentle demeanor. Like many dogs who have experienced food insecurity, he can become excited when he sees hands because he hopes they might have treats. For that reason, he may be best suited to a home without very young children or anyone who may have difficulty managing his enthusiasm around food.Oklahoma Joe is already beginning his glow-up, and it`s easy to picture just how handsome he`ll be once he`s filled out and settled into a loving home. More importantly, he`s simply a really nice dog who deserves the chance to leave his past behind and start the next chapter of his life.Since Oklahoma Joe was found as a stray, his history with other dogs or cats is unknown. Meet and greets are required with any dogs currently in the home prior to adoption.Oklahoma Joe`s adoption fee is $50. He is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and treated for fleas, ticks, and worms.Our shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Holds, deposits, and pre-adoptions are not allowed. Animals may transfer to other shelters or rescues at any time.Come meet Oklahoma Joe and see just how m
