New to ARF

Alvin

8 mo · Male · Medium

Adoption fee $400 What it covers

The application opens on Shelterluv, the system we use to keep track of our dogs.

At a glance

Age
About 8 months
Size
Medium
Breed
Husky and Pug mix (our best guess)
Color
White
Where they are
Living in a foster home
With ARF since
November 2026
Shelterluv ID
ARFC-A-6023

About Alvin

**Alvin**

Meet Alvin! This sweet 8-month-old pug/husky mix is a soft white cuddlebug who is learning what a loving home feels like - and loving every minute of it. Alvin is a total snuggler with typical puppy energy for playtime and exploring, and he’s doing great with potty training (kennel training is a work in progress). He takes treats gently and is just learning what dog toys are, along with basic training and puppy manners. He’s wonderful with kids, cats, and other dogs, and he’s building confidence and learning to trust people more every day. Alvin would thrive with a patient family who’ll keep showing him that people are safe and love is real. He’s in foster care in Belton, MO.

Alvin’s littermates

Alvin is one of 2 puppies from the same litter. Every one of them is looking for a home.

How adopting works

  1. Apply. Fill out the application for Alvin on Shelterluv.
  2. Review. Every application has to be approved by at least three board members.
  3. Home visit. We set up a visit to make sure it’s a good fit for everyone.
  4. Go home. Pay the adoption fee and start your life together.

More about adopting from ARF

Every dog here costs something to care for

Vet visits, vaccines, heartworm treatment, food, the occasional emergency. ARF runs on donations and fundraisers. That’s what pays for all of it.

Speckled black and white pup lying in fallen autumn leaves