dexter

Hi there, I'm Dexter — and I just turned 13, which means I've officially earned the right to be the center of someone's universe. I'm a distinguished gentleman of a certain age, and I carry myself accordingly. I sit up tall when I want your attention (or a treat), I greet everyone I meet like they're my favorite person, and I will absolutely go for a car ride if you're offering. I love cuddles, treats, a good game of fetch or "chase me" (2–5 minutes max — I have a reputation to maintain), and I take my sleeping arrangements very seriously. Dog bed, hard floor, back to the dog bed, maybe the couch, possibly the closet, definitely the bathmat — I like to keep things interesting. I am looking for someone who wants to be MY person. Not one of many. Mine.   --- My Ideal Home I do best as the only pet in a home with someone who is around most of the time — working remotely, retired, or able to bring me along on their daily adventures. I am good with men and women and love meeting new people wherever we go.   ---  A Few Important Things to Know Separation anxiety: I get anxious when left alone — and I mean alone — even if other pets are home. I'll let you know about it vocally. My dream home is someone who works from home or can take me most places they go. Resource guarding: I love attention, and I take it personally when other animals interrupt my time with my person. I've had a few scuffles with other dogs and cats over this. One incident did result in a minor bite — no stitches required, and everyone healed up fine — but to keep everyone safe, I should be the only pet in my forever home. Seizures & medication: I had my first seizure recently and have been started on Keppra to manage them. I haven't had any since starting medication, but I do require a committed adopter who can maintain my medication schedule and monitor my health. This is non-negotiable — my forever family must be prepared for this responsibility.   ---  What I Bring to the Table I am, by all accounts, an incredibly sweet boy. My foster family will tell you — I sit up tall and proud when I want to say hello, I love hard, and I am completely devoted to my person. My previous family is heartbroken that circumstances changed. Their only wish is that I find someone new to love me the way they did. If you're looking for a loyal, funny, opinionated little gentleman who just wants to be your whole world — I might be exactly what you didn't know you needed. If you know I'm your forever pup, fill out an adoption application at daretorescue.org/adoption-application — and don't forget to put my name on your application! Can't adopt but want to help? You can sponsor my care while I wait for my forever home — donate at daretorescue.org/donation or send a check payable to DARE: DARE | PO Box 21161 | Tampa, FL 32210 April 19, 2026, 3:22 pm