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My name is Nikko COURTESY LISTING!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 12 hours ago

My basic info

Breed
Coonhound
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20078293

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

 

Nikko is a sweet, loving Treeing Walker Coonhound who we rescued 5 years ago after being abandoned as a puppy and on his own for the first year of his life.  He's crate trained ( actually puts himself to bed in his crate when he's tired at night!) and house-trained.  If he has to go outside of his normal schedule, Nikko excels as placing his head in your lap and laying on the puppy eyes.

Nikko has been a sweet, smart and funny companion for our 10-year-old.  When they chase each other around, Nikko loves to "hide" behind trees, thinking we can't see him, and learn new tricks when treats are involved.  At 45 pounds, he sometimes thinks he's a lap dog and loves to snuggle.  If you have a hoodie with a front pocket, he'll put his nose in the pocket and go right to sleep.

We love this good boy but have made the tough decision to regime Nikko, as he is not thriving here.  We have noticed he has some triggers ( anxious and overstimulated) specific to certain situations in our very crowded neighborhood that I would love to speak with you about over the phone.  He absolutely thrives in rural settings, and we would love to find a home that has that for him where he can have a large space to run and be active.

 

~Adoption donation $ . All vetting is up to date. Microchipped and neutered. Also on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. Visit www.ruffloverescue.com/adoption and fill out an application to make this pup a member of your family 

May 2, 2024, 10:48 pm
Rescue
Ruff Love Rescue and Foster Care

Contact info

Pet ID
20078293
Contact
Sue Rogers
Phone
Address
P. O. Box 2013, Thomasville, NC 27361

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

We require potential adopters to fill out an application, and a home check is also part of the process. We look at each dog and each adopter on an individual basis and work to create a lasting and forever bond. All companion animals must be spayed or neutered, UTD on vaccinations, and on heartworm preventative. Our adoption fee is $250 unless otherwise noted.

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More about this rescue

Ruff Love was founded by Sue Rogers in response to the overwhelming numbers of abandoned dogs in the Randolph County/Davidson County area. Over time, we have developed a network of volunteers and foster homes. Our rescue efforts are geared toward dogs. We are a 501(c)(3)non-profit organization so all donations to us are tax deductible. Currently, we are caring for over 100 dogs in our program, and almost 70 are adoptable. Most of the dogs that are not up for adoption are either old or are suffering from chronic health conditions. They will live out their days well cared for and comfortable in with Ruff Love Rescue.