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My basic info
Breed
Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
In baseball, we all know what the Deuce is... It’s a curve ball. Catcher holds down two fingers... Inverted peace sign and pitcher lobs a ball that dances and curves its way across the plate. For us, Deuce is a little sweet Houndy mix from the Avondale Mill town of Sylacauga. He is 2 years old and 50 lbs of playful, loving fun. He plays well with other dogs once he has been properly introduced (Deuce, meet fastball, knuckleball, and Sinker...they are your friends. Single, double, triple and Homerun… Not so much!).
Deuce is good with all people and with children. As he isn’t always aware of what he bumps into, his forever home should have sturdier children (we’re thinking ages 6 and up). He has a sweet, mild disposition and is surprisingly gentle and calm. He is very much a people dog and wants to be around his family. True to his hound heritage, he is quick to follow what his nose is picking up on and he can be vocal. Deuce is not interested in the felines, so would do just fine in a home with some kittehs. Deuce is working on his crate training and house training, and is also steadily sharpening his leash skills. If he could make a wish list for his perfect happily-ever-after, it would include a fenced yard and a canine companion to romp and roll with.
Deuce is adoptable in the northeast (CT, DE, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT). If you’re interested in adopting Deuce, please complete an adoption application at www.bigfluffydogs.com, and then email kim@bigfluffydogs.com. Thank you!
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please apply online, at http://www.bigfluffydogs.com/online-app.php. Our main website, www.bigfluffydogs.com has more information about us and the rescue process. NOTE TO EMAILERS FROM ADOPT-A-PET: WE DO NOT RESPOND TO EMAIL INQUIRIES WITHOUT AN APPLICATION. WE REGRET WE CANNOT RESPOND TO EVERY EMAIL, BUT UNLESS YOU FILL OUT AN APPLICATION, WE DO NOT KNOW YOU EXIST. All known information about an individual dog is provided in it's listing. We do our best to provide accurate information, but adopters must understand that each home is different and the dog may behave differently in a new home. Dogs are creatures of their environment and you help make the dog what it will be. Homes considering adopting a puppy must be prepared for:1.) Flexible schedules for potty training. Puppies can only "hold it" for one hour per month of age (ex. a 4 month old puppy can only go 4 hours without a potty break).2.) Crate training until the puppy is at least one year old, to prevent chewing on inappropriate things when you can't supervise.3.) Socialization: The more positive and varying experiences as a puppy the better, both in and out of your home.4.) Puppy behavior and life stages are equivalent to a human toddler. It takes at least a full year to have a calmer, well adjusted dog. Patience is required and when your dog's behavior is a positive experience for you and those around you, your patience will be rewarded tenfold, for years to come.Please do not consider adopting a puppy if you have not thoroughly thought through the pros and cons of having one. So many people end up returning them after 3-5 months because they didn't realize the amount of work involved in raising a puppy.Patience, appropriate toys, socialization, and obedience training are all musts. All are time consuming, and can be expensive.All Dogs Require:Supervision with children and obedience training. Adopters that want to have good dogs must be prepared to put the time and effort into training a dog. Any dog requires work and effort, but a well trained, well socialized dog is more than worth the effort put in to get them there.
