Rick is a sweet 8-year old male Shepherd mix who arrived at HSOV on August 6, 2024 after he was picked up on Glendale Road in Marietta, Ohio. This good-looking guy has a black coat with auburn highlights, a long tail, and a handsome face with dark brown eyes, a long chubby muzzle, and large erect ears. The Good Samaritan who originally found Rick reported that this (possibly) older dog was very friendly and non-aggressive .. And that he seemed to be hearing-impaired. Rick was such a ‘good boy’ when HSOV Kennel Tech Lauryn Hamilton accompanied him for outdoor photos late in the afternoon on August 7, 2024. Rick stayed close to Lauryn and politely asked for attention from her. It was very touching to see him look up so adoringly at Lauryn as she gently petted him .. And also very sad to see him looking at cars which were being driven into- and out of our parking lot as though he was in hopes that his family was coming to take him home. Rick is a rather chunky boy who weighs 54 lbs. If given a chance to be chosen by you, Rick will surely be the best dog you’ve ever been privileged to share your life with.