Sonny - Hound and Shar Pei Dog Available for Adoption in Des Moines, Iowa

- Very kind boy whose favorite thing to do is sleep in his bed or on the couch and look cute

- Loves people and activity and likes to be at the center of whatever's going on; will go from person to person and ask for pets, and will check in often to get some love

- Enjoys playing with stuffies, loves tug, and sometimes gets the zoomies

- Recently went on a Dog's Day Out field trip and did great: "Sonny is such a good boy. He is great on a trail. He loves to take a nap and loves car rides. He's very smiley and smart and was able to relax quickly around us. He LOVED his pup cup and has the cutest snore!"

- Knows sit, down, and shake and loves treats, so he'd be fun to train

- Spent some time in a foster home and would go to the door to let them know when he needed to go out to potty

- Can be a little uncomfortable with new people reaching out to him quickly, and is much more comfortable meeting people at his own pace

- Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs and can be a bit pushy in his awkwardness; loosens up the more he interacts with the dog and enjoyed playing with other dogs in his foster home (dog intro required)

- We don't know his history with kids or cats; may do best in a more mature home where everyone is big enough to enjoy his energy and play style

- Has a cute spotted tongue!

This pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you're interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.

All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)

The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 74lbs Age: 3yrs 3mths 0wks Animal has been Neutered

The hound dog breed is a diverse group known for their incredible hunting abilities and keen sense of smell. These dogs are esteemed for their athleticism, endurance, and loyalty, making them excellent companions for active individuals and families alike. With a rich history of assisting hunters in tracking and trailing game, hounds possess a strong prey drive and a distinctive bay when on the hunt. Hounds come in various sizes and coat types, each with its unique characteristics, but they all share a remarkable intelligence and a friendly disposition.

The Shar Pei is a distinctive breed known for their deep wrinkles and blue black tongue. Originally from China, these medium sized dogs are loyal, independent, and protective of their families. Shar Peis have a unique appearance with a hippopotamus like face and a broad, padded muzzle. Their coat can be either horse coat or brush coat, coming in a variety of colors. While they can be aloof with strangers, Shar Peis are devoted companions with a calm demeanor, making them wonderful family pets.

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