Pet Of The Week: Spam-Loving Pup Seeks Family Love Connection

ARLINGTON, VA — Paddington is a copper-colored, mixed-breed dog who's looking for a family whom he can love.

The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is looking to make the love connection happen. Here's what Paddington's foster family had to say about him:

“Paddington is lovable, and bonds very quickly with humans. He is a large dog but thinks he is a lapdog. He loves head rubs, belly rubs, and cuddling with his humans. He really loves laying next to us on the couch and knows which furniture he is permitted on, and which he isn't. He is very smart and has learned a few words since he has been here, particularly the words 'liverwurst' and 'spam'! He loves playing, especially catch. We often play in the yard, but if it's too hot, we have actually played catch in the house — please don't tell our sons that, since they were never permitted to do that."

Pet of the Week highlights animals available for adoption from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. The Arlington County Animal Shelter is located at 2650 S. Arlington Mill Drive, Arlington, VA 22206. Visit AWLA's website to find out more.