Winston

Meet Winston!

Winston is a 4-year-old mixed breed boy who came to AHeinz57 as a stray and never claimed. While we don't know much about his past, we can tell you one thing about his future...whoever adopts this big mushy baby is in for a whole lot of love, laughter, and possibly some upper-body strength training!

Let's talk about Winston's personality. This boy is an absolute LOVEBUG wrapped in the body of a squatty little bulldozer. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body, but he does have approximately 400 horsepower and absolutely no idea how strong he is.

Walking Winston on a leash? Well, we recommend leaning back, planting your feet, and holding on tight unless you've always dreamed of flying like a kite. We're fairly certain this boy could win a truck-pulling competition without breaking a sweat!

But underneath all that horsepower is the sweetest, mushiest baby boy.

Winston LOVES people! He's generous with his sloppy kisses, happily accepts all the affection you're willing to give, and takes treats ever so gently. He's also extremely treat motivated, which means he has wonderful potential to be a star student in obedience training. We highly recommend continued training to help him learn that not every adventure requires launching at full speed!

And here's another gold star for Winston...he keeps his kennel wonderfully clean! Well, except for the occasional puddle of slobber. A gentleman can't help being a little drooly!

Winston underwent bilateral knee surgery in February and has recovered like a champ. Apparently, nobody told Winston he had surgery, because he's still convinced he's an Olympic athlete. His activity does need to be managed appropriately to protect those knees.

A few things about Winston's perfect forever home:

Winston needs to be the only pet in the home. He has more than enough love and personality to fill an entire household!

Older children would be the best fit simply because of his strength and enthusiasm.

A fenced-in yard is required so he can safely enjoy the outdoors.

His forever family should be comfortable handling a strong dog and committed to continuing his leash manners and obedience training.

Winston may not be the most graceful guy on four legs, and he certainly isn't winning any awards for polite leash walking just yet. But what he lacks in finesse, he makes up for tenfold in affection, goofy charm, and a heart that's every bit as big as his personality.

He's a little bit bulldozer, a whole lot of baby, and 100% wonderful.

Winston is waiting onsite at our rescue for someone who will love him for the big, goofy, slobbery sweetheart he is.

Call ahead and ask to meet Winston in one of our cuddle rooms or fill out an adoption application on our website. Just be prepared...he might steal your heart AND try to take you for a walk!