By Erin Shackleford

Hello OTC Dog Lovers! Here are profiles on our three longest stay dogs. I know our friends here at the Crier have featured them before but, but here’s to hoping this time you faithful readers will make sure these canines find their forever homes!

OSCAR

What do we have to say or do to get Oscar adopted? This big ol’ loveable lug has been with us since LAST September, and that’s just unacceptable. Just check out his résumé:

• He’s housetrained.
• He’s extremely well-behaved and well-mannered.
• He’s an excellent leash walker.
• He knows when it’s time to relax and will nap the day away.
• He knows what is a toy — and, more importantly, what isn’t.

His foster “pawrent” said he’s the best foster pup she’s ever had! Walks (with stops for sniffs) are his absolute favorite. Once he’s had his walk, he’s content to lounge on the couch all day. He has never had an accident and is a great advocate for his own needs — letting you know when he needs to go out and when he wants to play a little game of tug-of-war. He loves to cuddle and has a zest for life that’s contagious. Thanks to our friends at Pampered Pet Boutique Barkery, Oscar’s new family will receive free dog food for a year, plus a shopping spree to get him started off right in his new home. His adoption fee has also been sponsored!

DASH

Adoptable Dash has been waiting since last fall for a home – nearly 300 days! We hope his luck will change soon! He is a 5-year-old male dog who weighs just 45 pounds, so he’s a perfect medium size.

• He is house trained and crate trained.
• He is a true gentleman and never chews on things he isn’t supposed to.
• He also is a great work-from-home partner and just relaxes while you’re busy.
• He loves to go on walks and is such a good boy!
• He always checks in with his companion and behaves so well.

He loves to play tug-of-war and will gently boop you with his toy when he’s ready to play. Dash would love to find a family that will continue to work on his training. He will thrive in a home as an only animal. Dash is a delight! Thanks to our friends at Pampered Pet Boutique Barkery, Dash’s new family will receive free dog food for a year, plus a shopping spree to get him started off right in his new home. His adoption fee has also been sponsored!

MIMI

Mimi is a 58-pound 2-year old female pup who is as happy-go-lucky as she is adorable. Mimi has never met a stranger and is extremely social. She greets everyone with an enthusiastic wagging tail, irresistible charm and her signature “smiles.” Mimi loves to explore the play yards and go on walks. She’s doing very well with her clicker training and is learning lots of cues. If you’re looking for an energetic, affectionate dog to enjoy life’s adventures with, Mimi is your gal!