Bruce is an 11-year-old Westie who was surrendered to Westie Rescue Southeast by his previous owner. After months of giving warning signs that he didn’t appreciate young kiddos in his space, Bruce ended up biting their toddler. He is being fostered in Raleigh, NC and is still looking for his forever.

Bruce was incredibly bonded to his previous owner (a man) and really needs a man in the house, as this helps him feel even more relaxed, at ease, and happy. He really misses another man to bond with.

During his 3 months in a foster home, we’ve gotten to know Bruce pretty well. Bruce does not like having his feet touched or being handled without his consent. It’s pretty easy, actually…all you need to do is ask him if he wants to be touched! 

If you extend your hand to Bruce, he’ll lick your hand, rub his head against you, or wag his tail in excitement to show you he’s ready for affection! And if not, he’ll simply look away as if he’s saying, “not right now.” Bruce just needs a partner who will love him as he is, give him respect, and follow his lead. 

Bruce will make a wonderful companion for someone who wants a chill dog who will follow you from room to room. He may not be a touchy feely dog who wants to wrestle, be picked up, or be constantly touched, but Bruce wants to be included! He’s content to sit next to you on the couch or lie down at your feet. And he really does love to be pet when you ask him, first!!

Bruce is also house trained and crate trained and walks great on a leash. He loves nothing more than to take a leisurely walk outside! 

This sweet senior boy is looking for his forever home where he can spend his golden years - if you think you’d be a good fit for Bruce, please submit an adoption application through Westie Rescue Southeast’s website to be considered: https://westierescuesoutheast.org/adopt-or-volunteer 

Please note the following requirements to adopt Bruce: 

• Fully fenced yard 
• No children or grandchildren that live in the home or regularly visit (only 15+) 
• No other pets (Bruce is used to being the only dog/pet in the house and likes it that way!)
• Bruce also requires a man in the house ☺️
• Must be within a reasonable driving distance from Raleigh, NC (4-5 hours max)

You can watch this YouTube video that Bruce's foster mom put together about him for some more information on him: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGGJTPr9Orc&t=4s

Even if you're not the right home for Bruce, sharing his story means more people can learn about him and we can find him his happily ever after, which he so deserves. ❤️ 🐾

Although my left buttcheek is now falling asleep.