Adopted – Congrats!

Casper

Posted December 14, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Australian Shepherd/Heeler Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: 1-2 years
Size: 45 pounds
Good With Kids: Yes
Good With Cats: Yes
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: In progress

Recommended Environment: Casper is a young Aussie mix. Due to his age and breed, this boy is always looking for something to do. He will require a lot of exercise and mental stimulation. Chew toys are a must and any toys that require him to solve a puzzle or are interactive will be great for him. He hasn’t learned which things are ok to chew on and which ones aren’t, so he must be watched at all times. He is smart and will eventually figure it out, but be patient and vigilant until he gets there! He enjoys the company of other dogs and would be happy to have a friend in his new home.

Additional Information: Casper is so affectionate and loves to be petted; he has the softest coat. He will be a great companion for an active family. We HIGHLY recommend obedience training for him. The whole family should participate so that they are all consistent in their engagement with him.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Colt

Posted December 14, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Wire Haired Terrier Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: 2-3 years
Size: 38 pounds
Good With Kids: Unknown but we don’t think it will be a problem
Good With Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: Yes
House Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Colt will do well anywhere! He is a sweet boy and appreciates the attention of his person. He is still young so his new family will need to make sure he gets plenty of exercise.

Additional Information: This smart boy already knows a lot of his commands. He is good with sit, stay, down, leave it, and come. He walks well on a leash. He might do well with additional obedience training to keep his brain engaged. There is a lot of potential there! His handler says he is a very well mannered and quiet dog.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Chad

Posted December 14, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed: Coonhound Mix
A.D.O.P.T. makes no guarantees regarding breed. We estimate with shelter and veterinarian input.
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: 4-5 years
Size: 45 pounds
Good with Kids: Unknown but he’s really gentle
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: Yes but doesn’t like them in his face
House Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Chad is such a mellow dog. He ought to fit in almost anywhere. True to his hound nature, this boy likes to do a lot of sniffing. Be prepared for long walks where he can smell everything! He enjoys meeting new people and going on adventures.

Additional Information: Chad is an old soul. When you look in his eyes, they tell you he’s had a rough life but is ready for the next phase. He is soooo ready for his forever home. He just wants to snuggle next to you and get petted. Chad has made great strides with his training! Continued obedience training, consistency and patience will be needed.
Chad was abandoned by his family in front of the grocery store. He stood there for hours waiting for his family to return. A good samaritan waited with him until it was determined that they were not returning. He didn’t understand what was happening. He didn’t do anything wrong. Please consider giving Chase his forever loving home.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

Danny

Posted November 15, 2022 | Posted in Adopted - Congrats! Comments Closed

Breed (best guess): Shepherd/Hound Mix
Sex: Male, neutered
Estimated Birth Date: November 6, 2021
Size: 49 pounds
Good With Kids: Unknown but we think he will do best with kids over 10
Good With Cats: Unknown
Good With Dogs: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes

Recommended Environment: Danny is ready for some adventures with his person. He likes meeting new people and making new dog friends. He likes having his person around and is always ready to play or snuggle. Danny is working on his leash training. We recommend that his new family continue with his training by attending obedience classes. Danny plays a little rough so if there is a dog in the home, it needs to be willing to accept his play style.

Additional Information: Danny is the perfect dog. He is so sweet and loving and is a wonderful companion. He likes to get on his hind legs and put his arms around you for hugs; kisses are included. He is a smart dog and is learning his commands.

*In the Canine Inmate Program*

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*

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*

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*