With Aardvark, you get exactly what you see: a silly, cute dog who is just as attractive on the inside as he is on the outside.
Aardvark was taken into the Maryland SPCA in January after being discovered as a stray on the streets of Baltimore City by a kind individual (MDSPCA). The 50-pound dog had a cartoon-like face and paws that resembled flippers, and the shelter staff was in awe of what they had seen.
According to Brittany Roger, a digital expert with the MDSPCA, “honestly, nobody could take him seriously.” His appearance and character made people laugh a lot.
Aardvark was discovered to be just 8 months old during a vet checkup at the shelter, and his undersized lower jaw was a congenital defect. Most people believe that he has been in an accident, Roger added. They are instantly relieved to learn that he was born that handsome, though.
Aardvark’s facial deformity never seems to bother him or get in the way of him being a very good boy. “Not only does he eat well, but he also likes to chew on things — though not destructively,” Roger said. “He’s happy and healthy, which makes his goofiness even more endearing.”
The only thing better than Aardvark’s sweet face is his easygoing personality. The unique pup just seems grateful to be around people who care for him and enjoy his company.
“He’s an energetic, happy, social little dude,” Roger said. “We have so much fun dressing him up and taking him places because nothing really bothers him.”
Unfortunately, finding a forever home hasn’t been simple for Aardvark. Though the shelter describes him as a “one-size-fits-all” dog who’s “so chummy that [he] could make friends with a brick wall,” potential adopters keep letting him down.
“He has gotten a few applications and for one reason or another they keep falling through,” Roger said. “It’s not his fault, but he’s struck out with bad luck.”
Hopefully, Aardvark will find a winner soon and be able to give all his love to someone who appreciates him for the one-of-a-kind dog he is.
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