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Walter Ray needs a home - Ruckersville, VA

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Breed: Hound mix?

Sex: Male

Neutered: Yes

Age: 2-3 years approx

Size: Medium (47 lbs)

Color: Tricolor

Coat: Smooth

Vaccinated: Yes

House Trained: Yes

Walking: Walks well on the leash

Notes: Our so very sweet Hound boy who arrived in our care after being found stray earlier this month is looking and feeling so much better. This boy was trapped by Animal Control and was malnourished and infested with ticks when arriving in our care. Look at him now! Walter Ray has learned blankets are great and comfy.

Walter Ray still needs to gain a little more weight. We are proud of how far he has come so far. Walter Ray is Lyme positive which is not surprising considering all the ticks that came off of him. He is now on preventive and definitely not as itchy. Walter Ray will need an understanding home as he is still learning to trust. We feel another dog in the home would help this boy build the confidence he needs. Walter Ray walks OK on a leash but slow moving as he is so unsure of new surroundings. He is very treat motivated with beggin strips as we have learned they are his favorite. Walter Ray is patient when waiting for his food but lets you know he is ready to eat. This beautiful Hound boy is guess

This dog has been available for 1 day

If you are interested in Walter Ray phone 434-985-5210 for an appointment or stop by to meet him at Greene County Animal Shelter. We are open Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 10am - 2pm,, Saturday: 10am - 3pm.

Available for adoption on this date: May 4th, 2026

Dogs are claimed, adopted and rescued everyday so please contact us to check that this dog is available.

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  • NOTE: We do not take deposits for animals that are on a stray hold.
  • Adoption of dogs is open to residents of Greene, Madison, Page, Rockingham, Albemarle and Orange County areas of Virginia.
  • Dogs that have been spayed/neutered are available for adoption to any location including out of state residents.

Disclaimer: Although every effort is made to ensure these details are accurate, the webmaster and Greene County Animal Shelter cannot be held responsible for any problems arising from the information displayed here.


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