Duke is looking for his person. Maybe that person is you. He will not barrel toward you the moment you walk in. He will not demand your attention or fill the room with noise. What Duke will do — if you take a breath, slow down and give him just a moment — is look at you with those loving eyes and make a quiet decision that will change both of your lives. Duke is a 2-year-old mixed breed weighing 58 pounds, with a shiny black coat, a white-dappled chest and a gentle, curious soul. He likes to understand his world, make sure everything feels safe, and then, once he is certain, he gives you everything. His loyalty is not casual or conditional. Duke loves peaceful morning walks when the world is still and full of interesting smells. He loves soft blankets and calm voices and sitting close enough to feel your warmth. He is happiest when life is steady and gentle, and, in return, he will be the steadiest, gentlest presence you have ever known.
As an SPCA of Texas Longtime Lovable — a pet who has been in the shelter more than 60 days — Duke’s adoption fee is FREE!. Meet him today at the Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Drive, open every day from noon-6 p.m. Duke is neutered and microchipped and is up to date on all his vaccines.