UTD on all shots, neutered, microchipped, and test before coming to the rescue indicated heartworm positive (asymptomatic)

Hi everyone, the name's Winston and yes I'm a very dignified Puggle gentleman. I was recently rescued by P.U.G.S. from a Virginia shelter. Unfortunately, my family couldn't keep me anymore so here I am living with my foster family, while I wait for my forever home. I have been vet checked, microchipped, neutered, and am UTD on all my shots. While in the shelter I was tested positive for asystematic heartworm.  The doctor prescribed my monthly heartworm medication and I have been doing well with it and have had no problems. I had a rough start with the cat in my foster home and we scuffled a time or two but now that we know each other we are getting along just fine.

My foster mom has other little dogs and I get along well with them. We all share a community food and water bowl and I am a real gentleman and wait my turn for the ladies to finish eating first before I move in.  I do sometimes let them know that I want them to hurry up and eat by barking till they leave, but I’m working on improving my manners and reducing my impatience.   I love to roll on my back in the fenced yard and on my way I sneak stuffy toys outside. When I am out I like to lay down on the patio, sun myself and when I hear the fire truck sirens I like to Beagle bay - you should try it!  I am fully housetrained and have ben left uncrated indoors without causing any trouble. I sleep in my dog bed on my foster mom's bedroom and sleep all night long. I do sometimes get to barking and need to be reminded that's not good behavior for a senior. Also, I seem to have liked LOTS of food at my other home and the vet said I’m obese.  My foster mom has had me on a strict diet and exercise definitely slimming me down to a good ‎Puggleweight – but don’t let that fool you I can still do a mean sprint through the yard and play chase really well. I still have some more weight to lose but I'm not worried, as playtime take care of the excess.  I hope you see my picture and want to meet me and make me part of your forever home.‎