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Melo

Siberian Husky / German Shepherd Dog (short coat) · Adult (3 years 1 month) · Male · Medium · Walnut Creek, CA

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Notes from Northern California Sled Dog Rescue

Meet Melo – A Heart You’ll Never Forget ❤️

Melo is more than just stunning—he’s soulful. With deep brown eyes that seem to understand you instantly, this Siberian Husky/German Shepherd mix has a quiet magic about him. Despite a heartbreaking start to life (including time spent locked in a dark backyard storage unit), Melo is learning to trust, love, and play again.

Melo adores romping with his petite canine friend and has discovered the joy of companionship. He weighs a solid 75 pounds and carries it with grace. Once he knows you, he’ll nuzzle in close—gentle, polite, and house-trained. He walks well on leash, rides calmly in the car, and brings a quiet dignity to every moment. Melo's DNA shows he is 51.9 husky and 48.1 German shepherd.

Melo is a reminder that healing is possible, and love transforms. You truly have to meet him to understand how extraordinary he is—inside and out.

About Melo

Gets along with

Dogs
Yes
Cats
No

Home and care

House-trained
Yes
Indoor or outdoor
Indoor and Outdoor
Needs a yard
Yes
Fence
6 foot
Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Moderate
Grooming needs
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
With new people
Friendly
Owner experience
Breed experience
Coat
Short

Health

Vaccinations current
Yes

Crate-trainedGood in the carIntelligentSkittishTimid

As listed by Northern California Sled Dog Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

Can't adopt right now? Northern California Sled Dog Rescue is looking for a foster home for Melo. Fostering is short-term, and the rescue usually covers food and vet care. Ask them about it.

What happens next

  1. Contact Northern California Sled Dog Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Northern California Sled Dog Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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