08/26/2026
Meet Sawyer & Ace | Bonded pair |
📍Lincolnville, Maine
Meet Sawyer and Ace, two deeply bonded 10-year-old boys who have been cherished members of their family since they were puppies. They must find a new home together.
Their family’s six-year-old son has developed a severe dog allergy. Despite seeing multiple specialists, maintaining a frequent deep-cleaning routine, bathing the dogs weekly and medicating their child around the clock, his symptoms have continued to worsen. He is now unable to breathe properly through his nose.
Their family has held on for as long as possible because they cannot imagine losing these beloved dogs. This is an agonizing decision made solely for the health of their child.
🐾 SAWYER
Sawyer is a 10-year-old, 49-pound Vizsla/Terrier mix with the energy of a much younger dog. He is outgoing, affectionate and happiest when he is right beside his people. He has lived with children now ages two and six since they were born and has always been wonderful with them.
Sawyer loves playing ball, swimming, running, hiking, riding in the car and joining his family on adventures. At home, he would happily spend his time curled up under the covers with his head on a pillow.
Sawyer is housebroken and microchipped. He knows sit, stay, come, down, place, off and heel. He currently takes Simparica Trio and has trazodone available as needed for anxiety.
He pulls and can be reactive toward unfamiliar dogs on leash, especially when walking with Ace. With calm, careful introductions one dog at a time and preferably off leash he generally does well. He is not comfortable around huskies, and his family is uncertain about very small dogs.
Sawyer also experiences separation and storm anxiety. Thunderstorms and changes in barometric pressure can cause him to shake and pace. He needs a home where he will not be left alone for long periods.
🐾 ACE
Ace is a 10-year-old, 70-pound Weimaraner/Boxer/Lab mix and the family’s gentle giant. He was adopted at three months old, shortly after Sawyer, and the two have grown up together.
Ace is wonderful with adults and children of all ages. He may jump up when greeting someone sometimes doing an adorable Boxer-style crossing of his paws but settles quickly. He can initially seem cautious or reserved, yet he quietly loves attention and affection once he feels comfortable.
Ace enjoys tug-of-war, swimming, running and chasing Sawyer around the yard. He is fast, strong, obedient, extremely food-motivated and eager to please. He knows sit, stay, come, down, off and heel.
Ace walks beautifully on leash by himself but tends to follow Sawyer’s lead when they are together. If Sawyer pulls or reacts, Ace may do the same. Ace is generally good with other dogs, although his family is uncertain about very small toy breeds.
Ace is housebroken and microchipped and currently takes Simparica Trio. He tolerates nail trims and is quiet most of the time, although his deep bark makes him an excellent watchdog.
Ace can be an escape artist and will find any weak spot in a fence, so a secure yard is essential. He also becomes frightened during storms and may shake and drool, but he does not have accidents inside.
Ace recently injured the end of his tail when it was accidentally caught in a door. After the initial treatment, part of the tail became necrotic and required a second amputation. He is currently recovering and is expected to need approximately two more weeks to heal.
THEIR IDEAL HOME❤️
Sawyer and Ace are active senior boys who still have plenty of energy and love to give. They need affectionate owners who will keep them together, include them in daily family life and provide regular exercise and outdoor time.
They would do best with:
• A securely fenced yard
• Owners who are home frequently
• Plenty of exercise and companionship
• Careful introductions to other dogs
• No huskies or very small dogs
• A cozy couch, bed or plush chair where they can finally snuggle again
Sawyer is the outgoing adventurer, while Ace is his loyal and gentle companion. Together, they are a loving, devoted pair who have spent nearly their entire lives side by side.
They have already lost much of the physical closeness they once enjoyed with their family because of their child’s allergies. Our greatest hope is to find them a home where they can stay together and once again enjoy all the affection, adventures and cozy cuddles they deserve.
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