Paolo the Heartworm Positive Dog Needs a Home | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Meet Paolo, a curious, affectionate six-year-old Akita mix who’s been waiting at the Animal Protection Society of Durham since April — overlooked not for his sweet personality, but because he’s heartworm positive. Don’t let that scare you: heartworm is treatable, doesn’t spread to humans or other pets, and Paolo’s care is fully covered by the shelter. He’s ready for a loving, active home with a fenced yard and calm surroundings to help him heal. Paolo’s waiting for someone to see past the label and give him the forever family he deserves — where he’ll trade kennels for couches and start his…