Hi, I'm Toby. I’m adopted!

Cattle Dog Mix | Young | Male | Medium

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About Me

Toby was adopted March 2021!

I’m smart (if I do say so myself) and food-motivated. I enjoy games, like fetch. I like to chew and will happily entertain myself by gnawing on an elk antler or trying to pull apart my toys. When I have a task, I can be very focused and eager to please. I sit on command and come when called. I am quickly learning stay and down. I’m also working on walking on a leash, but I’m still young and can get excited and pull or jump.

As a pandemic pup, I have spent a lot of time at home and get nervous at new sights, loud noises or unknown people or dogs (although I’m good once I meet them). I need a patient owner who will continue my training and help me get more comfortable with my surroundings. Your efforts will be well rewarded because I am also extremely sweet and affectionate. When I crawl into your lap and rest my head on your shoulder, you’ll never want to let me go. At 40 pounds, I’m small enough to be a lap dog, right?

Everyone says they have the cutest dog, but there’s a decent chance I actually hold that title. I’m looking for someone to love and trust, who has time for training, playing and cuddling.

My Profile

  • Age and weight: I'm 1 year old and weigh about 40 pounds.
  • Good with kids: Not sure.
  • Good with dogs: Yes
  • Good with cats: Unsure
  • Fenced yard: Preferred
  • Suitable for townhouse and/or apartment: Possibly
  • House trained: Yes.
  • Crate trained: Yes.
  • Barks when left alone: Not sure.
  • Chews inappropriate items: Usually only chews on doggy toys.
  • Training: I know the basic commands: Sit. Stay. Come.
  • Activity level: Moderate
  • I need an experienced adopter.

Meet Me

If you are interested in Toby. I’m adopted!, consider letting us know by filling out a (no-obligation) adoption application. Please consult our Adoption FAQ before contacting us.

Please check the adoption-show-attendees page to see if Toby. I’m adopted! will be attending the next adoption show.

NOTE: We are an all volunteer group and do not operate a shelter. All of our animals are in foster homes. If you are not local to the DMV area, but are interested in one of our adoptable pets, that's okay. If you're approved to adopt, we can work out the geography!