Breed: Lab / Plott Mix
Gender: Female
Weight: 32 pounds
Age: 9 Months
Life Expectancy: Average of 12-14 years
Location: Winnsboro, LA
Adoption Fee: $450 (includes transport and vaccinations for a year)
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ADOPTED ON 01-03-15 - UPDATE FROM THE FOSTER Hi, this is Kristi - Sally's foster mom in Louisiana. Sally is a BEAUTIFUL girl!!! The pictures just do not do her justice. She is long and lean - I call her Long Tall Sally. She has such a great laid-back personality. She plays well with her foster brothers and sisters. She likes to either chase them or be chased. She likes to run circles in the yard until her long legs start going faster than she does and she rolls along the ground. It is quite cute to watch. When she gets tired, she will find herself a quiet place to lay down. When it was so hot during the summer she really enjoyed soaking in the kiddie pool to cool off.
Sally likes to be loved on too. She especially likes me to push her collar out of the way and rub that pretty, long neck of hers. She just soaks it all up. She is camera shy, I believe. When taking pictures or videos of her she tends to walk away so I don't always capture her when she is at her best. She, too, will make some a great new addition to the family. Whoever adopts her, have her treats ready because she can jump quite high for them. I really do love this dog and spending time with her.
Sally is a survivor - it is tough for us to understand how dogs wind up in the awful situations they do and many of them will possess a strong will to survive. Sally is one of those dogs; she was picked up by animal control on February 25th when she was just a baby, only 6 months old. We can only envision how she had to fend for herself alone and we wonder if she was with her siblings and that maybe they had met with an untimely death, yet Sally survived. We can all relate our struggles with hers and identify with her fight to stay alive and meet daily dangers and challenges.
After Animal Control picked up Sally, she was one of the lucky dogs at the pound was taken to a loving southern foster home, she was in overall good health. Her southern mom takes good care of her and makes sure that she gets all the love and kisses that Sally wants. Her mom tells us ”she likes lots of pet rubs on her head and ears which is good because she has long ears.” She adds “Sally is a great dog and takes things as they happen, watches everything and takes all situations in stride.” This conveys her trust and confidence in humans and we know she understands that she doesn’t have to worry anymore.
Sally’s is mostly low-key but will play and run with other dogs, then she will lie down and chill out, she has a moderate energy level. That indicates to us that she has a stable personality because dogs that play and continue to get more excited and not know when to stop can get into difficulty situations. It is kind of like kids running up and down stairs, we all know that if they don’t stop, “Someone will get hurt.” She posses that fantastic inner switch to know that it is time to stop. On especially hot days in Louisiana, she likes to soak in the kiddie pool.
Sally sometimes seems a little cautious when she first meets people but that is because while she was on her own, she needed to make sure that new things she met were not a threat—this is when she learned how to be a survivor. She will let you know if she is not sure of someone or something, but you just need to remind her that it is OK and you are in charge.
Sally gets along very well with other dogs. She has not shown any signs of aggression towards other dogs. If she and another dog want the same toy, she just lets the other dog have it. Only a few times has she objected, she is usually very passive, laid back and does not get upset. She runs up and greets her fosters 10 year old niece and does not try to jump. We don’t know how she is with cats however, her new family will just need to let her know that she has to accept the cat—but we know cats communicate that very well to dogs. She has no food issues but is not sure about the lawnmower—in time, she will adjust to new things. We have to remember; she doesn’t know if that thing making all that loud noise is a bear or monster ready to attack. She will need some help with housetraining however that is very common when dogs go to new homes and have to learn new rules. She is good in the crate and walks well on a leash—her southern foster works with her everyday.
Sally is a beautiful dog, she has long legs and a long, lean body. Even though she is tall she is not very heavy at only 42 lbs. She can curl her long, lean body into a tiny little ball. She would love a big backyard so that she could run if she felt like it, a pool of water for her to soak in on really hot days and she would be a great companion to another dog; she is dog social dog, which means she likes other dogs. She needs a family to show her lots of love and affection. If you like long walks or a running buddy, Sally would love that. Her southern foster mom captured her personality so well, she told us that, “Sally is a dog that she pictures walking down 5th Avenue with a diamond collar around her neck.
THE BREED
The mature male Plott Hound stands 20 to 25 inches at the withers and weighs on average 50 to 60 pounds. Females stand 20 to 23 inches in height and average 40 to 55 pounds. Their smooth, glossy, thick coat provides protection from wind and water and requires minimal grooming. The coat can be any shade of brindle, solid black or black with brindle trim
Personality
Plott Hounds originated in the Hills of North Carolina where they were used to hunt bear and wild boar. This makes them sturdy, fearless hunting companions and excellent family watchdogs. They can live in an active household with people who love the outdoors. They enjoy hiking, running and romping in the yard. They are generally friendly toward strangers and enjoy the company of older, well-behaved children.
Requirements
They make excellent jogging companions and enjoy trotting alongside bike riders. They make excellent hiking and camping companions, acting as both comrade and protector. They are a snap to train and at home, obedience training goes quickly and smoothly.
Behavioral Traits
Plotts are not well suited for families with small children. They do fine with children over the age of ten, who understand and respect the dog's boundaries. They were designed to hunt bear and wild boar, this makes them fearless.
Whether you adopt through Rescue Dog Village or any other similar organization, the LEAST we can do is thank you from the bottom of our hearts for considering welcoming these deserving dogs into your hearts and home. One of our favorite sayings is "RESCUE IS THE BEST BREED," and we believe that wholeheartedly. Help us help these dogs and submit your application today! We appreciate that you want to help make a difference in the lives of dogs who need us most!!! RESCUE ROCKS!
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About Our Rescue
These dogs deserve all of our attention, and in Rescue Dog Village, we are committed to our adopters and our dogs equally. We offer full disclosure and hope to make the best matches possible. Please know our adoption fees never cover our expenses. We rely on the generosity of our adopters and supporters to help us help the dogs.
Our rescue is ONLY in the business of offering FULL DISCLOSURE to adopters, and expects and hopes to engage your questions and concerns fully. We owe it to the dogs we rescue and all the wonderful families/adopters who might consider welcoming our charges into their hearts and home. Our dogs are waiting for that ideal forever home where they will be cherished as deserving family members. It's sad these second chances are even necessary for these dogs, but we are committed to them and will devote the time and energy to their rehoming, and not just MOVE them to save more dogs. We diligently and responsibly seek good matches as we don't want to re-home the dog again. These animals have already endured more than they should have, and through no fault of their own. It behooves us to be honest and forthright, and we appreciate the same in return from applicants. It's that winning combination of reciprocal trust and respect that allows for successful placements to be made. Happy adopters translate to happy dogs, and that's our goal!
Our rescue volunteers will be more than honored to be in touch with you directly and promptly, after receiving your application and conducting a mandatory a veterinarian check. If you have never owned a dog before, please submit your application regardless, and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible. TAKE NOTE YOU SHOULD CHECK YOUR SPAM AS SOME RESPONSES FROM US WIND UP THERE WE'VE DISCOVERED. Also, take care to contact your veterinarian to let them know a member of rescue will be inquiring about your pet history!
Thank you for respecting that we all donate our time to saving these animals, and understand we value your philanthropic and compassionate desire to help be part of the rescue team. That said, you'll understand why we are committed to the well-being of our charges and consider this veterinarian check mandatory. If you are a first-time dog owner, we will work with you every step of the way! ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION ARE AS MUCH A PART OF RESPONSIBLE RESCUE AS ADOPTION! And it takes a RESCUE VILLAGE to help the most dogs possible in a thorough manner to ensure success on all fronts, and then some! It is an awful feeling to fail a dog, and we can't continue rescue if we don't do everything we can to ensure good matches for the dogs and tender families who might adopt them. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.
Although we are an extremely small rescue group, we understand and respect your family's eagerness to be in touch and learn as much as you can about the dogs you are considering adopting. Our very experienced and devoted trainer will be happy to share all aspects of OUR RESCUE DOGS to determine compatibility once you've submitted your application, and another of our volunteers will explain the whole process of our rescue and answer any questions you might have as well
If you have the time and love to offer this extremely bright dog who can make you laugh for hours at his antics,
PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A RESCUE DOG VILLAGE DOG AND GIVE ONE A HOME. Our dogs deserve all that a committed family can offer. Make no mistake about it, this is one spectacular dog!
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THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING RESCUE AS A MEANS OF WELCOMING YOUR NEXT FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND INTO YOUR LIFE!
ALL interested adopters MUST complete an application; agree to a vet reference check, phone interview and home visit. ALL family members MUST be in attendance for home visits - no exceptions. This helps us get to know everyone in the family so that we can help find the right dog for you.
