Meet This Week's Featured Pet: Jacob

Hello. My name is Jacob, but everyone calls me Jake. I'm a very sweet, 2-year-old pug mix, and I weigh about 20 pounds. Mutts Matter thinks I may be mixed with a Boston Terrier, so I'm larger than your average Pug. It's hard to tell from my photos, but my snout is not as compressed as a purebred Pug, and I have longer legs too.

I'm the complete package pup ... I'm potty-trained, walk well on a leash, and I stay home during the day when my foster mom goes to work and do a great job on my own. I love to go on car rides, play with my toys, or snuggle up next to you on the couch. I'm very smart, too, and already know how to sit, stay and I will come when you call me. My foster mom calls me Mr. Social because I love everyone I meet, and when I go to the dog park, I make it a point to visit with all my canine pals, small or large, to see if they’ll play with me.

I am an energetic pup and stronger than most Pugs, so you need to keep me busy and active with runs in a yard, long walks, or playing with toys or other dogs. Sometimes I get excited when I meet new people and want to jump up to greet them. My new owner will need to be my pack leader and offer firm corrections, and I will respect you and listen. My foster mom has been working with me on this and says I'm already getting better. 

Since I’m too cute for words, I’m going to get adopted quickly, so apply for me soon!! I would be great in a home with kids or other dogs.

To learn more about Jacob, can contact Suzanne at (703) 468-8922 or suzanne@muttsmatterrescue.com. To start the adoption process, go to http://www.muttsmatterrescue.com/adoption_app.html and fill out an application.

Adoption fees include routine vetting, microchip, and neuter. 

Thank you for choosing to rescue!