This week’s Pet of the Week is pure magic—meet Merlin! ✨
At 10 years young, Merlin proves that age is just a number. He’s this month’s Shelter Star at Norfolk Animal Care Center, which means his adoption fee is fully sponsored by Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center.
Merlin is smart, charming, and still very much a puppy at heart. He loves to show off his tricks—like “sit,” “down,” and “paw”—and will happily perform them for treats and praise.
Adopting a senior dog like Merlin comes with some amazing benefits:
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Predictable personality: What you see is what you get—his manners, temperament, and quirks are already well established.
- Older dogs require less time and supervision: Puppies are adorable, but they come with sleepless nights, constant bathroom breaks, and the need for near-constant supervision during housebreaking, teething, and training. Senior dogs are already past the high-maintenance phase.
- Unconditional love: Older dogs often seem to understand they’ve been given a second chance and show endless gratitude.
If you’re ready to add some magic to your life, come meet Merlin and see his tricks in person. He might just cast a spell on your heart. 💛
Can’t adopt? Foster! There’s no long-term commitment and NACC provides all the supplies!
📍 Norfolk Animal Care Center
⏰ Adoption Hours: Daily from 1:30 to 6:00 p.m. (Closed Wednesdays)
🔗 www.norfolk.gov
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