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My name is Trooper!

Posted over 10 years ago

My basic info

Breed
Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)
Color
Black - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
SHAR_937

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

My name is Trooper, come see me in Old Saybrook on May 18th and 19th from 11:00am to 4:00pm -- here is more information about me:

GENERAL BEHAVIOR AND IDEAL HOME: Trooper is gentle and submissive, getting along great with all other dogs. However, he has never been taught what to do and is learning not to jump and that humans are okay. Initially he crawled on the ground versus walking he was so afraid he would be harmed. He has improved remarkably and no longer runs from me when I put him in the yard to play. In fact he is constantly at my side staring up to gain approval. In spite of his fear he charmed everyone at AC. His personality is hilarious once he feels comfortable. The first time he lay on my sofa was probably the first time he felt "soft". He smiled and wouldn't leave the same spot for hours. Trooper is a loyal darling dog but will need some training for better leash walking and confidence building. The neglected/abused always come like this and they make the BEST family members with a little time



GENERAL VETERINARY CARE:
Trooper has been:
~ spayed/neutered
~ microchipped
~ dewormed
~ heatworm-tested negative if dog is of age to be tested ( 6 months or older)
~ up to date on all age appropriate shots
~ treated with a flea preventative

ADOPTION FEES
Rescues participating in our events are not allowed to charge more than $385 an adoption fee and some adoption fees are much less - it depends on what the rescue chooses to charge - Dog Days does not take any portion of the adoption fees.

APPLICATION FORM:
http://godogdays.org/find-my-new-best-friend.htm (Copy and paste to browser.)

ADOPTION PROCESS - Before the Event
If you would like to begin the application process, please fill in the form at the link above and we will review your information, call your personal and well as vet references. PLEASE Fill in the application if you're interested in adoption, this will save you time at the event. We hope you will understand the careful scrutiny of potential adopters is not only for the safety and well-being of the dog but also for a positive experience for your household. Thank you for saving the life of a shelter dog through adoption; you are truly a hero.
-- A letter from your vet on their letterhead will also be very helpful if they won't be open for us to call as a reference.
-- If you are renting, please note you must have a written letter of permission from your landlord to own a dog on their property. Dog Days will be conducting interviews of prospective adopters.
-- If you have never owned a dog and therefore do not have a vet reference let us know right away and we'll try to do a home visit before the adoption weekend. First time adopters need a quick home visit to make sure they are ready to take a dog home for the first time.

ADOPTION PROCESS - During the Event Weekend
-- Plan on spending at least three to four hours going through the adoption process. We want you to be completely confident in your new pal so we will ask you to speak to a trainer, a veterinarian as well as interview with a member of our adoption team and the rescue.
-- As a policy, Dog Days will not hold dogs for potential adopters so it is important to come to the event by 11:00am Saturday morning if you have your heart set on a particular dog.
-- PLEASE NOTE THAT DOGS ARE GIVEN TO THE BEST HOME, NOT FIRST IN LINE.

Each dog and puppy has been seen by a Connecticut veterinarian who will also be on site to answer any questions you may have. We'll have professional groomers on site to give your new pal a bath before you take them home (no charge) and our adoption bags will give you information and samples for use at home.

EVENT TIMES AND LOCATION
Event times and location will be posted online at: http://www.godogdays.org/

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