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My basic info
Breed
Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
3 years 10 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
50 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Meet Copper
Copper is a handsome two year old retriever/hound mix. He is a great dog that sadly has been neglected and/or abused for most of his life. He and his friend, Belle, clung to each other for comfort when they first arrived. With consistent kindness and patience, Copper slowly came out of his shell slowly and is showing us his wonderful and warm personality, but we can see his past has not been kind to him. His friend Belle has been adopted, but our sweet Copper is still waiting.
Copper has a gorgeous red coat, friendly and inquisitive eyes and a handsome face. He’s not an overwhelming presence, but has a quiet and sweet demeanor that he makes you feel good just being around him. He has so much joy just waiting to come out once his confidence grows.
Copper is a gentle boy. He welcomes attention and can’t seem to get enough from people he trusts. Sadly, he still flinches a bit if you reach to pet him too quickly, but he’s learning that he’s not in his old world anymore. He gets a little braver every day. He seems to like other dogs, especially Belle, and we’ll test for kitties. We think Copper would benefit from another gentle and confident dog in the house to help build his confidence and help him learn how to be a dog and how to play like a dog. He’s finally showing us he enjoys his time in the yard. He enjoys the sunshine. And, he loves when Belle is with him. He doesn’t like to go back to his kennel when the day is done though. It seems as if in his past he was forced to stay in one location for fear of being punished if he moved. His curiosity about the outside world is limited.
He accepts every kindness with gratitude and gives back two-fold. Copper will thrive in a quiet family (with no kids or older kids), and one with another dog. His person or family will need to be full of love for him and patient. Copper will need to learn that he won’t be punished for wanting to act like a happy go lucky dog. We expect that as he settles in, he’ll bond hard with his person and will make your life just that much richer for having him in it. He’s a lovely dog that just needs a little time to adjust to a world of kindness.
If interested in Copper, please submit an application online at: https://www.charlessmithgallhumanesociety.org/page/dog-adoption-application
Once an application is submitted online, you will receive an email saying your application has been successfully submitted. If you don’t receive this email within 24 hours, please check to make sure all application fields were completed or please call our shelter at 706-865-4135. All adopters must complete an approval process which involves a reference check with current/recent vet and a brief home visit if located in the immediate area. We do permit out of state adoptions. Adopters MUST come to the shelter to transport their new family member home. We do not ship nor do we transport them to their new homes. Adoption policies and application procedures are detailed at the shelter website: http://smithgallhumanesociety.org/ under tab All Adoptable Animals.
Charles Smithgall Humane Society (CSHS) is a No kill shelter. Animals in our care remain safe with us until adopted. Resident animals are primarily owner relinquished and also accepted from local Animal Control. The facility usually is operating at capacity with a list of animals waiting for space to open.
Adoptions and meet and greets are being scheduled by appointment only. Please email us or complete an application and someone will be in touch just as soon as they can.
Location: 4823 Helen Hwy., Sautee, GA 30571, Phone: 706-865-4135
Email: smithgallhumanesociety@windstream.net
