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My name is
Melon!

Posted over 2 years ago | Updated 12 hours ago

Adoption fee: $90

This helps Haven of the Ozarks Animal Sanctuary with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Mountain Cur/Plott Hound
Color
Age
2 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
52 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
D22089

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:

Melon's estimated DOB is 07/19/2021 and he's a brindle Boxer. He came to the Haven of the Ozarks with another dog by the name of Cantaloupe. They are two very shy, reserved pups that were found roaming a neighborhood. We later found out that their owner had passed away and that's why they were out roaming, probably in search of food and water. But lucky for them they picked the perfect neighborhood to seek out their basic needs because once everyone noticed them, they all came together and began putting out food, water and trying to gain their trust. This process took about two months because these two caught on to what people were trying to do and would not go into traps, they had set for them so they could get them to us so we could help these sweet pups try and understand that not all people are bad and that we just wanted to help. We at the Haven of the Ozarks believe that with a lot of time, basic training and patience that these two sweeties can grow to trust someone and be able to eventually live the happy healthy life's they deserve. We think that it would need to be someone that is willing to come out for a few days and spend time with them in their kennel and shower them with treats and love to gain trust before they went home just to make the transition from our shelter to a home easier on them. We've recently brought both pups into the office to hang out and Melon warms up much more quickly than his sister.

All of our pets are fixed, up to date on their vaccinations, and microchipped. The Haven of the Ozarks is open form 9am-4pm, seven days a week. For more information, please email us at havenozarksanctuary@gmail.com, or give us a call at 417-835-3647....All pets have lifetime sanctuary at Haven of the Ozarks. If they cannot remain with their adopter, they must be returned to the Haven.

Adoption fees are as follows:
Puppies under the age of 6 months - $150
Dogs weighing 30 pounds and less - $200
Dogs over 6 months old- $90
Cats under the age of 6 months old - $75
Cats over the age of 6 months old - $65

Special adoption fees may apply to some animals.
Shelter
Haven of the Ozarks Animal Sanctuary

Contact info

Pet ID
D22089
Contact
Address
9617 Farm Road 2190, Washburn, MO 65772
Donation

Just click the 'Donate' button to place a secure donation thru PayPal.

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees are as follows:
Puppies under the age of 6 months - $150
Dogs weighing 30lbs and less - $200
Dogs aged 6 months and up- $90
Cats under 6 months of age - $75
Cats over 6 months of age - $65

Special rates may apply for special needs or dedicated pairs.
All animals are spay/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, and microchipped. Cats are tested for FeLV. Declawing is not allowed on Haven adoptees.

Go meet their pets

The sanctuary is open to the public. We encourage you to bring along any potential fur-siblings to help pick out your new pet as well. We also hold monthly offsite adoptions at Petsmart and Petco stores in Springfield Missouri, Fayetteville & Rogers Arkansas, and at Orscheln's Farm & Home in Republic, MO. Please find us on Facebook to see where we're going next! (Schedules vary)
We don't always get a chance to check our emails throughout the day, so the quickest way to reach us is by giving us a call at 417-835-3647. Come out and meet your new best friend!

More about this shelter

We are a no-kill sanctuary for stray and abandoned dogs and cats, and for those left homeless by the death of their guardian. We provide an environment as homelike as possible with lots of loving care to our furry residents. It may take days or years, but we will always keep trying for all of the animals in our care. Volunteers and donations are always needed and welcome!