Derwood is a sweet and gentle 6-year-old who came in as a stray and was never reclaimed. This older gentleman is ready to be someone’s loyal sidekick. He leans in for scratches, takes treats with the softest mouth, and loves nothing more than exploring new scents. Derwood gets excited when it’s time to leave his kennel—he’s eager for adventure. But, once outside, he’s wonderfully easy to walk. The only challenge comes when it’s time to head back in; he’ll politely (and hilariously) try to guide you in a different direction.
In playgroup, Derwood showed just how very house-trained he is—potty time was his top priority for the first few minutes in the yard. Once that important business was handled, his energy picked up and he became a bit too enthusiastic with his playmate, showing some intense, pouncy behavior. Because he was getting a little amped up, the session was ended early.
Although he is heartworm positive, it is treatable and not contagious. Friends of Wake County Animal Center has provided a $1,000 sponsorship to help cover the cost of treatment.
Derwood is up to date on vaccinations, flea/tick and heartworm prevention, and is microchipped. If you have dogs or cats, we recommend slow introductions over time. If you have children in your home, we recommend supervision between animals and children at all times.
Derwood is currently being housed at the Wake County Animal Center’s Adoption Center and can be visited any day from noon – 6 p.m. If you’re interested in learning more about Derwood, please reach out to the Wake County Animal Center’s volunteer matchmakers at wcac.matchmaker@gmail.com with the subject line “Derwood, 265567.” Adoptions are first-come, first-served; you must meet with a pet in-person before the adoption process can be started. Please visit the Wake County Animal Center’s Adoption Page for more information about fees and the adoption process. Thank you for considering the Wake County Animal Center as you search for a new addition to your family!
About Derwood:
Breed: Shepherd
Gender: Male
Age: 6 Years, 4 Months
Weight: 58.5 lbs.
Neutered: Yes
Location: Shelter
Date In Shelter: 11/24/2025
ID: 265567
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