Tolkien von Topen is a wonderful 12-14 month old Shepherd mix. There is indeed something magical about this big boy. He’s friendly, social and oh-so-cuddly. Tolkien is the type of dog you can’t wait to introduce to all your loved ones -- and he’d be happy to meet them too. He's super sweet and loving, and his happy demeanor will keep everyone smiling. He loves to run around and play, and is always happy to get out on his walks, wagging his tail as if to invite everyone he passes to stop and say hello. He isn’t a one-person dog; he’s not even a one-dog dog. Both on and off leash, he seeks to make dog friends and does so easily with his friendly greeting style. An extra special dog like Tolkien is not like many others, but we are casting a wide net for him as he has been approved for out-of-state adoption. So if you live near the rescue or down by the shore, complete an application to make Tolkien yours.