Porky - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Wayne, New Jersey

Porky — the dog who will heal your whole heart just by existing.
3 years • 42 lbs • Fully vetted, neutered, microchipped
Fostered in Hunterdon County, NJ
Available in NY, NJ, CT, PA, ME, VT, VA, DE, MD, RI, NH
Apply to adopt at houndsinpounds.org

Porky: 12/10. Perfection. A miracle in a dog suit.
Porky is the kind of dog who makes you believe in goodness again. He loves dogs, cats, and kids with equal enthusiasm and gentleness. His manners are impeccable — respectful, calm, and genuinely eager to listen. He's the rare dog who actually hears you and responds with sweetness.

Porky came to us after surviving the unimaginable — burned, shot, and left for dead. And yet, he chose kindness. He chose love. He chose to trust humans again. He is, without exaggeration, one of the sweetest souls in our rescue right now. It truly doesn't get better than Porky.

From his foster mom
“Omg Cat, he is amazing. So gentle and loves affection. Great on the leash — not a puller. Goes in his crate nicely and is silent. No accidents in the house yet. Likes the kids. Hasn't been in gen pop with Peach and Harry but is totally unphased when he sees them pass by. Unphased by the cats. Takes treats nicely. Perfect gentleman in the bath. For a dog that should hate humans, he's 12/10 (not a typo).”

Why Porky is everything
Gentle temperament — soft, affectionate, and endlessly kind
Housetrained — zero accidents so far
Crate pro — quiet, calm, and easy
Kidfriendly — sweet and respectful
Catfriendly — totally unbothered
Dogfriendly — social and polite
Perfect leash manners — no pulling
Bathtime gentleman — calm and cooperative

Porky deserves the world
After everything he's survived, Porky is still pure love. He's the kind of dog who makes your home softer, your days sweeter, and your life better. If you're looking for a dog who is already perfect — not “potentially perfect,” not “almost perfect,” but actually perfect — Porky is your boy.

Apply to adopt: houndsinpounds.org

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

Hounds in Pounds is dedicated to rescuing at risk dogs through out the south and the north east. The mission...