In the summer of 2022, a beautiful mixed breed dog named Porter found himself at a shelter in Long Beach. At the same time, Annalise and her boyfriend were looking for a dog to bring into their lives. Little did they know that they were about to meet the perfect canine companion, one who would not only fill their home with love and laughter but would also challenge stereotypes associated with large dogs. , healthy. When Annalize and her boyfriend visited the shelter, one of the volunteers insisted that they meet Porter, who had been there for about a month.
No one knew whether the boy was abandoned or lost, but he was found wandering freely before being taken to a shelter. As soon as they met, Porter immediately approached Annalise’s boyfriend and leaned his back against them – a gesture he continues to make when meeting new people to this day.
Despite initial hesitation, it is clear that Porter is looking for companionship and wishes to become part of a loving family. When Annalise and her boyfriend brought him home, they realized he was always by their side, leading them to joke that they should have named him “Shadow.”
Curious about Porter’s breed, they conducted DNA testing and discovered that he was 50% Husky, with a mix of German Shepherd, Pit Bull, and Border Collie. With his unique appearance and “resting face”, Porter often surprises people with his gentle and affectionate nature. Weighing in at about 90 pounds, this tall and strong dog wears a gentle lead to help him walk, allowing him to open his mouth, pant, yawn and even play fetch while wearing it.
Porter’s sweet demeanor is evident from the moment he meets someone, when he leans on them the same way he did with Annalize and her boyfriend during their first meeting. Porter is a loving and cheerful dog who wakes up every morning with boundless energy and excitement. While Annalize spent her days with him, his favorite moments were definitely when his father came home, often waiting at the door.
Being left alone is an important cause for Porter, so Annalize and her boyfriend try to spend as much time with him as possible. Luckily, Annalize works from home and can keep their beloved dog company. For the past two years, Porter has been an irreplaceable part of their lives, bringing laughter and joy even on the most difficult days.
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