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Ned

Posted November 5, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed: Lab/Hound Mix — Ned’s previous owner did DNA testing and found he’s 39% Labrador Retriever, 12% Treeing Walker Coonhound, 10% Bluetick Coonhound, 7% Redbone Coonhound, 7% American English Coonhound, 6% Plott Hound, 4% Beagle, 2% American Foxhound, 2% Finnish Hound, 1% Flat-coated Retriever, 5% Australian Cattle Dog, 3% American Pit Bull Terrier, 2% Chihuahua. Whatever the mix is, he sure is a good-looking dog!
Sex: Male, neutered
Estimated Birth Date: 10/1/2018
Size: 56 pounds
Good with Kids: Yes
Good With Cats: No
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Ned needs to be in a home with a patient family that does not leave him alone for long periods of time. Ned will bark when left alone so we do not recommend he go to an apartment. He enjoys going on car rides and is ready to go exploring.

Additional Information: Ned was surrendered to us because his family felt they didn’t have enough time for him. He developed separation anxiety after a recent move and with three very young children the family felt overwhelmed. We feel with time, patience, and a stable environment his anxiety will abate. He is a loving and smart dog that knows his Sit, Down, Off, Shake, High Five, and Wait commands.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Ruben

Posted October 26, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Coonhound Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Estimated Birth Date: 10/25/2021
Size: 44 pounds and he could stand to put on a pound or two
Good With Kids: Unknown but we think he will be fine with older children
Good With Cats: No
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Ruben is a typical hound; he loves to follow his nose! His family is going to need to take him on walks and hikes and patiently wait while he smells everything. We are not requiring a fenced in yard, but he would love to have one to spend time in. He is a smart dog and will benefit from obedience training. He is good on a leash and is learning his commands. Ruben needs to be in a home with another dog. He will bark in his crate when left alone so we don’t feel that he will do well in an apartment.

Additional Information: Ruben and his mom Belle were found as strays in rural West Virginia. He is a very sweet and snuggly boy. The pictures don’t do him justice; he is a handsome dog. Ruben is a little anxious due to all the changes in his life. We know he will come out of his shell once he is in his forever home and is given a chance to blossom into the wonderful dog that he is.

Check out a video of Ruben here!

*In a Foster Home*

Belle

Posted October 17, 2022 | Posted in Uncategorized Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Coonhound Mix
Sex: Female, spayed
Estimated Birth Date: 7/28/2020
Size: medium (currently about 50 pounds)
Good With Kids: Unknown but she should be fine with any age
Good With Cats: Unknown but being a hound she may chase them
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: She uses a dog door in her foster home when she needs to go out.
Crate Trained: No. She’ll go in the crate but will bark. She wants to be with her people.

Recommended Environment: Bella would love a fenced in yard for quality hound time. She is nose down all the time. As a typical hound she barks to register a complaint or to express excitement; she will benefit from tolerant neighbors and probably isn’t suited to apartment life. Regular walks and visits to the dog park are a must! Belle is the ideal hiking/camping/traveling companion.

Additional Information: Belle was on her own for awhile and has some issues with sharing food and treats. Her foster is working on her resource guarding but her new owner will need to watch her during feeding if there is another dog in the home. Belle is docile, compliant, adventuresome, curious, cuddly and loving. She will be the best addition to someone’s home.

*In a Foster Home*

Bob

Posted October 17, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed: Pomeranian Mix (per the DNA test performed by his previous owner, he is 77% Pomeranian, 12% Yorkshire Terrier, 6% Poodle (Toy and Miniature), 3% Toy Fox Terrier, and 2% American Eskimo Dog)
Sex: Male, Neutered
Estimated Birth Date: 6/5/2021
Size: small (currently 14 pounds)
Good With Kids: Over the age of 10
Good With Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Almost, but his handler takes him out 6-8 times a day
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Bob is a very energetic boy. He enjoys going for walks and playing with his toys. He loves meeting new people. Despite his energy, he is also a great snuggler! He needs someone with plenty of time to devote to playing and exercising him.

Additional Information: Bob has been to four homes and keeps getting returned to the shelter. We are going to make sure that his next home is his last home. The reason for each of the returns is that his family doesn’t have time for him and his energy level. He is intelligent and willful and will greatly benefit from time with a trainer and obedience classes. His new family must be patient and committed to exercising him throughout the day. Bob tends to nip when he gets excited; he doesn’t mean to hurt anyone, he just can’t contain himself. His handler is working on this but his new family needs to be aware of it. This is why we are recommending older children.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Rascal

Posted October 12, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Wire Haired Jack Russell Terrier mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Estimated Birthdate: 9/25/2020
Size: 18 pounds
Good With Kids: unknown
Good With Cats: Yes
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Rascal needs to be in a home with a patient, loving family. We’re not sure about his past but whatever happened to him has resulted in some anxiety. He needs to learn that his family won’t abandon him and will love him forever. He would probably be best as the only dog in the home. His handler says Rascal is a very sensitive dog that listens well and loves people, particularly older people. He might even make a good therapy dog for a person that is willing to take him to training.

Additional Information: Rascal was found as a stray and brought to us by a good samaritan. He is working on his commands and knows Sit, Stay, Leave It and Come. He is working on the Down command. He is good on a leash and doesn’t seem to be destructive when left out.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Jax

Posted October 4, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Alaska Border Collie
Breed Information: Border Collies are very intelligent and energetic. They are high drive and require daily exercise beyond a quick walk.
Sex: Male, neutered
Estimated Birth Date: June 1, 2022
Size: currently 23 pounds but he’s still growing. We estimate he’ll be under 50 pounds when full grown
Good With Kids: Yes, older children will be better since he is a herding breed
Good With Cats: Yes but he will chase them (again, he’s a herder)
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: In progress
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Jax requires an active family that will provide him with a fair amount of regular exercise and mental stimulation. We require an experienced dog owner for him, preferably someone familiar with Border Collies or Cattle Dogs. He will greatly benefit from obedience classes. Since he is a puppy and is still working on his house training, we prefer a home where he is not left alone for long periods of time.

Additional Information: Jax was surrendered to us through no fault of his own. His family didn’t have time for him. Since he is a working dog, he has a lot of energy and needs plenty of activity. He has some mild separation anxiety and will bark when left alone. He has experienced a lot of change in the last month and will relax once he is in his forever loving home. He is a smart dog and is learning sit and down commands and how to walk on a leash.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Cooper

Posted September 7, 2022 | Posted in HappyTails Comments Closed

Cooper has found his furever home, and it’s safe to say he has settled right in!

Otis

Posted August 26, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Shih Tzu/Yorkie Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Birth Date: 6/26/2020
Size: 15 pounds
Good With Kids: Yes
Good With Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Otis likes to be the center of attention and he loves meeting new people. Every new person he meets means there is a chance for pets, kisses, and a warm lap. Otis came from a home with a fenced in yard where he loved going outside to play. If his new family doesn’t have a fence, we recommend taking Otis to obedience classes where he can learn to walk on a leash.

Additional Information: Otis spent his life in a loving home. He was recently “inherited” from a family member when they passed away. The owner’s current dog did not appreciate Otis or his energy level so he was surrendered to ADOPT. His family was incredibly sorry to have to let him go. Due to Otis’ breed, he will require regular grooming.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Bruno

Posted August 26, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Hound/Shepherd Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: About 6 months old
Size: 25 pounds, we estimate that he will be less than 45 pounds full grown
Good With Kids: Yes, but over 10 years old would be best
Good With Cats: Yes
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Bruno will need a home with patience while he settles in. He is nervous around men but is fine with them once he gets to know them. He would love a yard with tennis balls and another dog to play with.

Additional Information: Bruno loves kids and other dogs. He was tested with cats, chickens, and guinea pigs but chased a rabbit when it ran. Sounds like he will fit in almost anywhere! Bruno is learning how to walk on a leash so continued obedience training is recommended. He is learning some new commands from his handler (sit, stay, down, leave it and come) and is doing really well.

Check out a video of Bruno here!

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Piper

Posted August 22, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Papillon/Tibetan Spaniel Mix
Sex: Female, spayed
Age: 7 years
Size: 18 pounds
Good With Kids: Yes, but over 10 years old is recommended
Good With Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: No!
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Piper has fear anxiety toward other dogs and storms. Her family will need to walk her in areas where there aren’t other dogs. Lots of cuddling will get her through scary storms. Piper will thrive in a home where there is space for her to lie in the sun by a window and a cozy place for her to take her naps. She LOVES going on car rides and has a special seat that keeps her secure and allows her to look out the window.

Additional Information: Piper was adopted from us 6 1/2 years ago. She has been in a loving home. Due to some unfortunate circumstances out of her control, she was returned to us. She is a special girl; she jumps for joy at play time, dinner time, or at the sight of her favorite humans. You’ll fall in love with her relaxed personality and melt as she cuddles next to you on the couch. She is a smart girl and very obedient. Her previous owner took her to obedience classes. She is on medication for a luxating patella (which is not unusual for her breed) which takes care of any discomfort.

*In a Foster Home*