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

Additional Details
The update below comes directly from this dog's foster home. We share these notes on our website so adopters can get an accurate, realtime picture before requesting a meet & greet. Please read everything carefully before contacting us. Doing so helps cut down on unnecessary emails and allows us to respond faster to adopters who truly need assistance. A reminder: behavior can shift dramatically between environments, and every dog needs a decompression period in a new home. For some, that's a few days; for others, it may take several weeks or even months. If no update is currently listed, please check back soon. We're actively working with the foster to gather the most recent information.

Briefly describe the dog's overall personality and temperament:
Porky is full of joy. Happy do do whatever keeps him next to his person- walks, play time, affection or happy to be in his crate with a benebone and willingly goes in when instructed.

What does a typical day currently look like for the dog? (Feeding, walks, play, naps, crate time, etc.)
He starts the morning with breakfast in his crate then we go for a walk/potty. Depending what we have going on for the day, he will either accompany us or go in the crate if we leave. Porky is great in the car and polite in public so he often joins us on dog friendly outings.

What makes this dog happy? (Favorite activities, toys, treats, people, routines, affection, walks, other dogs, etc.)
Affection, treats and long walks

What makes this dog nervous or unhappy? (Triggers, fears, handling sensitivities, environments, noises, people, animals, or situations.)
Porky goes with the flow and has been fine in the environments I've seen him in, not skiddish etc..

Any other quirks? (Funny habits, unusual behaviors, preferences, routines, or personality traits we should know about.)
Porky is desperate to please and responds well to correction. He's very smart- he's thriving with structure and consistency.

How does the dog behave around other dogs?
Friendly and social

How does the dog behave around cats?
Friendly or curious

How does the dog behave around children?
Friendly and gentle

Optional: anything else to share about how the dog behaves with other dogs, cats, or kids?
Porky is great with my other dogs and kids. He's friendly with the cats but I'm sure would try to chase them if i allowed it.

Energy Rating (1 = very high; 5 = very low): 3

Leash Walking Rating (1 = difficult; 5 = perfect): 4

What walking equipment is currently being used? (Select all that apply)
Martingale
Slip lead
Other

How does the dog behave in the crate when no one is home? (Check all that apply)*
Settles quietly

Optional: how does the dog behave in the crate while you're still home? (Check all that apply)
Settles quietly

Approximately how long is the dog typically crated during the day?
2–4 hours

Would this dog do well with a first-time dog owner?
Depends on the person/home (explain below)

Optional: tell us more about what kind of home/experience level would be the best fit:
Porky will thrive with someone who's consistent and clear with boundaries. He would be good with a first time owner or experienced owner- so long as they are committed to being consistent with providing structure.

What should potential adopters know about this dog? (Personality, ideal home, deal-breakers, anything that would help them decide if it's a good match)*
Porky is impossibly sweet, thrives on pleasing his people, a dream in the crate, friendly with everyone, he just needs someone continue the effort to follow through on basic training.

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.

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