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My name is Squid!

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My basic info

Breed
Great Dane/Mixed Breed (Large)
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
14171

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

ADOPT ME ONLINE: https://ophrescue.org/dogs/14171
Meet Squid, a handsome king-sized guy with a big personality and sweet disposition.

Name: Squid
Gender: Male
Breed: Great Dane Mix
Age: 2 years old, DOB: Jan. 15, 2023
Weight: 94 lbs
Current Location: Parsonsburg, MD

PERSONALITY
Squid’s foster mom says this huge guy is really just an affectionate, silly, playful, fun-loving and dopey goofball. His perfect day is one where he can spend as much time as possible with humans! He has a medium-level amount of energy, which means he is playful but also good at settling down. He loves tossing around a toy as much as he loves lounging and watching TV. He craves attention!

COMPANIONSHIP
Squid wears his emotions on his sleeve (well, he would if he had sleeves). He makes it very clear that he wants to be with people All. The. Time. He’ll rub his big adorable head on you every chance he gets, since he really, really loves you. His foster mom reports, “If I stand, Squid stands. If I walk, Squid walks.” He pays close attention to what his people are doing and will hop when he is excited. And he is often excited. Squid would love to be your hiking buddy and when he’s not on a hike, he’ll love to play with other dogs almost as much as he loves being with people.

TRAINING AND LEARNING
Squid already knows a lot but is always learning more. He is potty trained. He doesn’t love his crate (what Great Dane does?). As an alternative to a crate, Squid is well-behaved when he needs to be confined to a room in the house. He is working on his leash skills and also working on learning a few commands. Squid is treat-motivated and eager to learn but he is also easily distracted so he will learn best with a patient teacher. He is also working to refine his house manners, such as learning to resist the urge to counter surf or jump on people. He doesn’t bark much unless he knows you’re in the house and you’re not with him.

LOVE AND AFFECTION
Squid really loves physical contact with his people. He loves all people as well as all dogs.

IDEAL HOME
Squid would love a quiet home with just one or two adults but he would also love an active house with kids and other pets. He doesn’t require a large yard but would do well with at least daily walk. He will of course thrive in a family with patience enough to teach him to be his best self.

This big goofy Squid is looking for his forever family. He will keep them entertained and feeling loved! If you think Squid is your guy, please hit the apply button and let’s get the family started.

Included Veterinary Care:
Visit to Veterinarian: Health certificate included
Vaccinations: Up to date for her age
Spay/Neutered
Microchipped
Heartworm Preventative
Flea and Tick Preventative
Worm/Parasite Treatments
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
14171
Contact
Phone
Address
Frederick, MD 21703
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Step 1: The Application

Each prospective adopter fills out an adoption application. The adoption application is a simple form that asks information about you, your current pets, why you are looking to adopt and how you plan to care for your new addition. Essentially, this application gives us necessary information about you and your lifestyle, training beliefs and background with animals. We strive to find the best homes possible for our dogs, as well as find the right dog for you and your lifestyle.

Once we receive the application, it is processed in the order that it was received. Our volunteers will contact your personal references, veterinary reference and landlord where applicable, and ask to discuss your interest in adoption and past experiences as a pet owner.

It is helpful if you contact your references so that they can anticipate our calls.

Keep in mind, that depending on the timing of your application, the dog you are interested in can already have multiple applications for adoption. However, rest assured that there are many dogs that need forever homes, and OPH will work with you to find you a dog that closely matches what you are looking for.

Step 2: The Meeting

Once your application is approved, you will be contacted by an OPH Adoption Coordinator to schedule a “meet and greet” with the dog you are interested in. We prefer that everyone in the immediate family, including your current dog (if you have one) come to the appointment to meet your potential new family member. Adopting a dog is a big decision and requires a commitment from everyone. If you currently own a dog, it must be up to date on its shots and spayed/neutered.

Sometimes we will also conduct a home check, which is at our discretion.

At the meet and greet, the foster will be able to provide you with information about the dog you are interested in. Also, this is a great opportunity for you to really assess if this is the dog for you. You will be able to interact with the dog to ensure that he/she is exactly what you want.

Step 3: The Adoption

Before you bring your new family member home, you must sign an Adoption Contract with OPH. In addition, the adoption fee is requested. Please refer to the “What the Adoption Fee Covers” link for detailed information on the fees. The adoption fee is non-refundable.

Please remember that adoption fees barely cover our expenses of rescuing a dog. Additional donations are greatly appreciated and will help us continue our life-saving work.

If, at the time of adoption, your dog was not already spayed/neutered, you will be required to agree to spay/neuter your dog and provide us a deposit fee. Our adoption contract requires all dogs to be spayed/neutered within 1 month of adoption or when age appropriate. Once this has been verified, your deposit check will be returned to you.

Step 4: Post Adoption Follow Up

Our goal is to help you enjoy life with your new dog to the fullest extent possible. If issues arise, or you just need some good advice, we are happy to do follow-up counseling by telephone and email. We can also suggest dog trainers in the area as additional resources. Also, at the time of adoption, you are provided with a pamphlet full of information and links to online resources to help with behavioral related issues like potty training and house training. This information can also be accessed from the “Information” tab on the OPH home page.

IF ANYTHING PREVENTS YOU FROM KEEPING YOUR DOG

Sometimes situations arise which cannot be helped. If, for any reason, you are unable to keep a dog you’ve adopted from Operation Paws for Homes, the dog cannot be given away.

It doesn’t matter how much time has passed since the adoption. You must either return the dog to Operations Paws for Homes, or obtain approval from Operations Paws for Homes to transfer ownership to a friend or relative.
Fosters and adopters sign a binding legal contract before taking home an animal. Adoption fees vary, and will be listed on each animal's bio.

Go meet their pets

We have adoption events in several different locations throughout VA and MD. Please visit our website - www.ophrescue.org and look for the EVENTS tab. Additionally, approved adopters may meet adoptable animals at the home of the animal's foster, or possibly in the adopter's own home.

We want every potential adopter to meet the dog or puppy of their choice first, before making a decision! This is a lifelong commitment.

We have events throughout Maryland Virginia - Please visit our website for event information!

More about this rescue


Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. is a 501c3 organization that was started by a small group of experienced rescuers. We we set out to create a rescue that believes all animals deserve our love and help, regardless of geography, that customer service is a crucial part of rescue, and that volunteers have a right to rescue how, when, and where they want to, and be treated with respect.

We rescue all breeds of dog, and cats, and offer assistance to owners needing to rehome their pets. Why do we give our time, our hearts, and our homes? Because we love animals, and because someone has to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” ~Gandhi

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