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My basic info
Breed
Retriever (Unknown Type)/Carolina Dog
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Puppy
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
16 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
My story
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Ryker - Male
Retriever Mix (Breed and weight at full growth is BEST GUESS ONLY)
Date of Birth 2/6/2023
Current Weight 16lbs
Recommending older kids only He’s small and is teething.
Meet Ryker. At 6 weeks old this poor baby was found abandoned at a construction site in Alabama. Luckily our rescue angels picked him up, got him to the shelter and then he got to come to Illinois (because a wonderful family offered to foster him) to find his forever home. He has now been cleared from our vets for adoption. This is from his foster mom…. Ryker is very playful, energetic, loves to run and explore, enjoys being outside and playing with other dogs that are tolerant of nipping due to him being a puppy, and is working on redirection when he does this. He’s doing well with potty training, crate training, socializing and leash training because he seems to be a fast learner, as long as someone is home with him (he cannot be left home alone more then a few hours to continue training) he will make a wonderful addition to a family. If Ryker sounds like he’d be a great fit to your family please visit the rescue website www.foreverhomedogrescueil.org for requirements, process and applications.
WE DO NOT DO OUT OF STATE ADOPTIONS
Thank you for considering the adoption of one of our rescue dogs. We are committed to finding our rescues the perfect home. Together we can make a difference in the life of a dog.
The adoption process should be a fun and exciting time for families and dogs. Our goal is to place our babies in forever homes. The potential adopter needs to be dedicated to their care and training for life.
Understand that sharing your life with a dog can be a commitment of 15+ years. This would include feeding, exercise, training, vetting, and providing a loving home. Ask yourself, "Am I ready for this type of commitment?" If you are ready, we are here to help. We do have some requirements to help us find the perfect placement of our babies.
WE ARE A FOSTER BASED RESCUE ONLY. WE DO NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL BUILDING
1. Apply online at https://www.foreverhomedogrescueil.org
We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family (including other dogs) to approve an adoption. Only a final approval for adoption can take place after a successful meet and greet. This is done by appointments only. We will not proceed with the adoption if everyone has not met the dog. This will allow others the opportunity to adopt the dog.
2. Adopters MUST be 25 years old.
Information on all adults/members living in the home is required
We REQUIRE you to provide proof and vet reference that all current and past pets have been kept up to date on all routine medical.
3. Illinois law requires that all of our dogs and puppies be spayed/neutered within 30 days of adoption. In order to fully comply with this regulation and reduce the number of homeless dogs and puppies,
4. If you do not own your home, you must provide landlord contact information on the application and a copy of your lease that outlines the rules for dog ownership in your residence.
Large breed dogs will not be adopted into apartment settings or where there are breed/ size restrictions.
Puppies have special needs and require a home where someone is available to care for, socialize, and give basic training. If you are gone for more than a couple hours at a time, please consider adopting a teen or older dog.
5. Adoption fees are $400.00. We accept Zelle, Cash or Checks. (Prices are subject to change without notice).
6. All dogs and puppies adopted through Forever Home are fully vetted with age appropriate vaccines. Keep in mind once you take possession of your newly adopted dog, any and all future medical costs or care is YOUR responsibility.
7. First time puppy/dog adopters will be required to sign up for and pay in advance a basic training class. A deposit of an extra 50.00 will be required until a class has been completed, it will then be returned.
8. WE DO NOT DO OUT OF STATE ADOPTIONS
Medical included is as follows:
Spay/Neuter (age appropriate) *Forever Home uses Fox Valley Animal Welfare League in Aurora, IL
Age appropriate core vaccines
Fecal testing and deworming
Flea and tick preventative
Free 1st Vet visit at one of our participating vets
Microchipping
Forever Home Dog Rescue reserves the right to deny any applicant.
