Forgotten with a Fading Coat—Now He Just Wants to Be Cherished

180169 Licorice (Off Site Foster) - Schnauzer
Credit: Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center

Here's What You Need To Know:

  • Pending Adoption? no
  • Pet's Location: virginia beach VA, 23451
  • Pet's Size: medium
  • Pet's Gender: male
  • Pet's Breed: Schnauzer
  • Pet good with dogs? no
  • Pet good with cats? no
  • Pet good with kids? no

Organization:

  • Name: virginia beach animal care and adoption center
  • Address: 341 Birdneck Rd S, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
  • Site: http://www.vbgov.com

Licorice came to the shelter as a stray and was sadly never reclaimed. Now, this sweet senior is looking for a loving home to spend his golden years in comfort and care. Despite his age and a manageable medical condition, Licorice is a low-maintenance sweetheart who takes his daily thyroid medication like a champ—especially if there’s food involved!


Why He’s the Ultimate Golden-Era Gentleman
🐾 Senior status = chill vibes and grateful snuggles
💊 Takes his lifelong thyroid meds easily—he’s very food motivated
🐶 Likely dog- and cat-social (bring resident pups to meet him!)
🛋️ Dreaming of cozy beds, gentle walks, and steady companionship
🍽️ Big fan of mealtime—it’s the way to his heart


What He’s Looking For
✔️ A loving home ready to embrace a senior sweetheart
✔️ Someone comfortable managing daily meds (easy with food!)
✔️ A relaxed environment with slow introductions to other pets
✔️ A family who will treat him like the king he is in his golden years


Licorice may be a super senior, but his heart is full of love and his spirit is strong. He’s ready to trade in shelter life for a quiet home, some cozy spots to nap, and a person to love him for the rest of his days. Come meet this gentle boy at the shelter today—he’s waiting to steal your heart.

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