Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Needs special attention,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Harpo is an approximately 13-year-old, 29-pound Cocker Spaniel / Pekingese mix who has fully entered his “old man in sweatpants” era. He’s not a dog so much as a retired grandpa, lovingly referred to as "Gramps" — a title he wears with quiet pride.
Gramps is a special-needs senior who is deaf and mostly blind, so he’s looking for a low-key, stair-minimal home with someone comfortable lifting about 30 pounds of pure, sleepy goodness when needed. He goes potty outside, but his internal clock isn’t what it used to be, so he wears a belly band to help keep things tidy. No shame here — just practical grandpa solutions.
Medically, Harpo has a heart murmur and mild heart disease that causes occasional coughing. He doesn’t need medication right now, but he will need monitoring, future echocardiograms, and possibly meds down the line. He also has a history of itchy skin and allergies, which are currently very well managed and causing him no drama whatsoever.
And now, the good stuff:
Harpo is exceptionally sweet, gentle, and calm. His favorite hobbies include:
☀️ Napping in sun puddles
🛏️ Nesting in blankets
😴 Being peacefully unconscious for large portions of the day
He’s wonderful with the foster family’s children, cats, and other senior dogs. Because he can’t see well, leash walks aren’t his thing, but he loves sniffing and meandering around a fenced yard — and he's even had a delightfully goofy romp in the snow.
Harpo is very quiet and would do beautifully in a ground-level home or apartment with easy access outside, especially one that appreciates slow mornings, soft blankets, and the unmatched joy of caring for a senior soul.
If you’ve ever wanted a dog who asks for very little and gives back gentle love, quiet companionship, and the honor of being trusted in his golden years — Harpo is ready to curl up in your sun puddle and stay awhile. 🧡
If you are interested in finding out more about Harpo, please fill out an adoption application by copying and pasting the following link into your browser:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BRO/Dog
Harpo is being fostered in Sutton, MA.
The adoption fee is $225.
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We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet.
