Twix’s ideal outing is simple: a leisurely car ride, windows down, the speed held near 40 mph or below. For a dog who seems suited to life in the slow lane, the road to a permanent home has been long. At 7, he has spent roughly half his life waiting.
The German Shepherd/Rottweiler mix entered God’s Dogs Rescue in Von Ormy, Texas, as a 10-month-old stray in February 2020. He was adopted, but returned less than a year later. No reason for the return has been provided.
Twix then spent another four and a half years at the rescue’s home base. He eventually moved into foster care, where he had lived for about a year when his adoption story was shared. He remained available for adoption at that time.
His foster home has revealed much about the dog he is now. Twix enjoys affection and treats, which he can catch in midair. He is house trained, crate trained and leash trained. God’s Dogs reports that he is healthy, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, as well as current on flea, tick and heartworm prevention.
What Twix still needs is not simply an open door. He needs a household whose daily rhythm and resident animals fit his documented preferences.
A quieter home for Twix
Twix currently manages life in a busy foster household, where large, active dogs regularly come and go. His foster nevertheless believes that a calmer home would allow him to thrive as he moves through his senior years, ideally with plenty of time close to his adopter.
He could live as an only dog or potentially share a home with a lower-energy canine companion. He should not live with cats, and a household with older children would suit him better than one with young children.
Those distinctions matter when considering any adoption involving resident pets. Compatibility cannot be guaranteed in advance, and a dog’s energy level can affect the comfort of the entire household. Guidance from Ohio State University’s Indoor Pet Initiative recommends considering the needs of the dog already at home rather than assuming a newcomer will automatically become a companion.
For a home with another dog, introductions should be deliberate. Ohio State advises beginning in a neutral area, using one adult handler for each leashed dog and supervising the animals closely as they become acquainted. Newly introduced dogs should not be left alone together until they appear comfortable with one another.
The Oregon Humane Society similarly recommends calm, controlled first interactions in a large, neutral space. In homes with multiple dogs, each resident dog should meet the newcomer separately to avoid overwhelming the new arrival. Food, valuable treats and other potential points of competition should also be managed during the adjustment period.
How Twix’s adoption works
God’s Dogs accepts adoption applications online. The rescue requires adopted animals to live indoors, remain vaccinated and stay current on heartworm prevention.
The standard in-state fee listed for an adult dog is $300, but Twix’s fee has been reduced slightly because of his extended wait. The precise reduced amount was not provided, so prospective adopters should confirm both his availability and fee directly with the rescue before applying.
Twix has also been eligible for adoption outside Texas within the continental United States. The stated out-of-state cost is $450, including transportation. God’s Dogs says on its transport information page that it moves dogs around the country each week, though routes and pickup arrangements vary. Applicants should verify that transportation remains available to their area.
Lucy’s Doggy Daycare & Spa offered Twix’s eventual adopter a complimentary spa day, including a massage therapy bath and pawdicure. The continued availability and any conditions of that offer should also be confirmed during the adoption process.
Twix’s foster has considered keeping him. She loves him, but believes a permanent home with less bustle could give him a better life. That leaves her holding two truths at once: Twix is cherished where he is, and the quiet seat beside someone else may still be the place where he finally belongs. Have you ever adopted a dog with a story like this? Share it in the comments.
By Jake Patterson — Freelance feature writer and former animal-shelter volunteer focused on rescue, adoption, and second-chance dog stories.
