When the big Rottweiler with the unusual white spots found himself at the Newtown Dog Pound a year ago, animal control officer Gerri Beyer appropriately named him Clorox. Today, his name is still Clorox but now he lives in Danbury with Tom McNulty and his wife who feel very fortunate to have him as part of their family.

Clorox was adopted in last December and he adapted almost immediately to his new household. He also adapted readily to the neighborhood, where he is very recognizable by his size (over 100 pounds) and unusual markings.

“People seem to know him wherever I go,” said Tom.

Tom and Clorox can frequently be seen walking around the neighborhood block, in the cemetery, or at Terrywile Park. Clorox especially loves the cemetery (as pictured above) where he can bark at the geese and meet an occasional dog. Tom says that many of the junior high school students know Clorox and greet him with a friendly word.

Clorox’s new family delights in his antics, including his ability to communicate through barks, whines, growls, body language, and especially facial expressions. Tom says that, when displeased, Clorox can “put on a face suggesting that he has been stabbed in the heart!”

 In addition to this acting ability, Clorox has done his part to advocate for large breed dogs. When Tom’s wife was recuperating from knee surgery at Bethel Healthcare, Clorox visited several times and was the perfect gentleman. According to Tom, a number of patients as well as a reluctant nurse were all charmed and impressed with Clorox’s beauty, strength and calmness.

Happily, Clorox has found his niche in this loving home where he has blossomed and is very much appreciated. Tom has graciously thanked the members of Canine Advocates of Newtown for spending time with Clorox when he was at the pound. It was a long wait for Clorox but he has found the perfect home.

A tail-wagging ending.