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Copper is being virtually fostered by Palisades Veterinary Clinic. We thank Palisades Veterinary Clinic for giving Copper additional exposure so we can get him adopted right away!
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: adoptioncenter@homewardtrails.org
PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:
http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/
HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Come meet adoptable dogs every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM - 4 PM at our Adoption Center located at 11116 Fairfax Station Rd. Fairfax Station, VA 22039. We can also schedule time to meet a specific dog at the Adoption Center during the week by appointment - just fill out the application and we will follow up with you!
LOCATION: Adoption Center
ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Adoption Center
ADOPTION FEE: $475
ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 50 lbs
KNOWN WITH DOGS: Copper is good with other dogs but needs help regulating himself. He can hump if given the opportunity.
KNOWN WITH CATS: We do not currently know how they are with cats. He has expressed a high level of prey drive while on walks so it might be best to put him a home without the kitties.
KNOWN WITH KIDS: Copper did well with the newborn in the house. We think he will do well in a home with children.
KNOWN COMMANDS: Sit, done, come, wait and kennel.
KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING &/OR CRATING: Fully housebroken and crate trained.
KNOWN LIKES: Playing, treats and training!
KNOWN DISLIKES: None yet!
ABOUT THIS ANIMAL: Meet Copper, the lovable canine companion with a heart as golden as his namesake hue. With an estimated weight of 50 lbs, Copper is the perfect blend of strength and affection, ready to steal the hearts of all who cross his path.
In the realm of canine camaraderie, Copper is a social butterfly, displaying a friendly demeanor towards his fellow four-legged friends. However, he may need a little assistance in regulating his excitement, as he's been known to engage in humping behavior if given the opportunity. With proper guidance and training, Copper will learn to navigate social interactions with grace and ease.
While his feelings towards cats remain unknown, Copper has exhibited a high level of prey drive while on walks, suggesting that a home without feline companions may be the best fit for him.
When it comes to children, Copper has proven himself to be a gentle and patient soul, thriving in the presence of a newborn in his previous home. With his sweet nature and friendly disposition, we believe Copper would make an excellent addition to a family with children.
In terms of training, Copper is already well-versed in basic commands such as sit, down, come, wait, and kennel. His eagerness to learn and please, coupled with his love for treats and playtime, make him a prime candidate for further training and bonding with his new family.
Fully housebroken and crate trained, Copper is a model citizen both indoors and out, making him a breeze to care for in any household setting.
While Copper and his companion Nala were recently returned due to unforeseen circumstances, they both possess a warm and welcoming nature, eager to find their forever home, either together or separately. With their friendly dispositions and affectionate personalities, Copper and Nala are sure to bring joy and love to any household lucky enough to welcome them into their hearts.
HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:
Spay/Neuter
First 3 distemper series vaccines & de-wormings Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees
Current on heartworm preventative
Current on flea/tick preventative
EXCLUSIVE ADOPTER BENEFITS:
Free first exam with:
Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Jermantown Animal Hospital and Clarendon Animal Care and all VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA offers $250 coverage - details provided)
Free online workshop with a professional dog trainer at Fur-Get Me Not within the first 30 days of adopting (in DC/Arlington /Alexandria only)
A portion of EVERY ADOPTION fee supports spay/neuter for animals in under-resourced communities.
BE A FOSTER: Save a life: http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program.
Copper is being virtually fostered by Palisades Veterinary Clinic. We thank Palisades Veterinary Clinic for giving Copper additional exposure so we can get him adopted right away!
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: adoptioncenter@homewardtrails.org
PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:
http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/
HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Come meet adoptable dogs every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM - 4 PM at our Adoption Center located at 11116 Fairfax Station Rd. Fairfax Station, VA 22039. We can also schedule time to meet a specific dog at the Adoption Center during the week by appointment - just fill out the application and we will follow up with you!
LOCATION: Adoption Center
ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Adoption Center
ADOPTION FEE: $475
ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 50 lbs
KNOWN WITH DOGS: Copper is good with other dogs but needs help regulating himself. He can hump if given the opportunity.
KNOWN WITH CATS: We do not currently know how they are with cats. He has expressed a high level of prey drive while on walks so it might be best to put him a home without the kitties.
KNOWN WITH KIDS: Copper did well with the newborn in the house. We think he will do well in a home with children.
KNOWN COMMANDS: Sit, done, come, wait and kennel.
KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING &/OR CRATING: Fully housebroken and crate trained.
KNOWN LIKES: Playing, treats and training!
KNOWN DISLIKES: None yet!
ABOUT THIS ANIMAL: Meet Copper, the lovable canine companion with a heart as golden as his namesake hue. With an estimated weight of 50 lbs, Copper is the perfect blend of strength and affection, ready to steal the hearts of all who cross his path.
In the realm of canine camaraderie, Copper is a social butterfly, displaying a friendly demeanor towards his fellow four-legged friends. However, he may need a little assistance in regulating his excitement, as he's been known to engage in humping behavior if given the opportunity. With proper guidance and training, Copper will learn to navigate social interactions with grace and ease.
While his feelings towards cats remain unknown, Copper has exhibited a high level of prey drive while on walks, suggesting that a home without feline companions may be the best fit for him.
When it comes to children, Copper has proven himself to be a gentle and patient soul, thriving in the presence of a newborn in his previous home. With his sweet nature and friendly disposition, we believe Copper would make an excellent addition to a family with children.
In terms of training, Copper is already well-versed in basic commands such as sit, down, come, wait, and kennel. His eagerness to learn and please, coupled with his love for treats and playtime, make him a prime candidate for further training and bonding with his new family.
Fully housebroken and crate trained, Copper is a model citizen both indoors and out, making him a breeze to care for in any household setting.
While Copper and his companion Nala were recently returned due to unforeseen circumstances, they both possess a warm and welcoming nature, eager to find their forever home, either together or separately. With their friendly dispositions and affectionate personalities, Copper and Nala are sure to bring joy and love to any household lucky enough to welcome them into their hearts.
HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:
Spay/Neuter
First 3 distemper series vaccines & de-wormings Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees
Current on heartworm preventative
Current on flea/tick preventative
EXCLUSIVE ADOPTER BENEFITS:
Free first exam with:
Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Jermantown Animal Hospital and Clarendon Animal Care and all VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA offers $250 coverage - details provided)
Free online workshop with a professional dog trainer at Fur-Get Me Not within the first 30 days of adopting (in DC/Arlington /Alexandria only)
A portion of EVERY ADOPTION fee supports spay/neuter for animals in under-resourced communities.
BE A FOSTER: Save a life: http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program.
You will first be required to complete our Adoption Questionnaire (http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/). Once received, a Homeward Trails rep will contact you via phone or e-mail. Please allow 72 hours for a response. If it seems you are a good fit for each other based on the info you provided, a phone interview will follow. If you are renting, we require proof that you are allowed to have a pet as well as any breed or size restrictions that may exist. If you have pets or did previously, we require your vet information and we will call them to verify that your pets are in good health, current on vaccines and spayed/neutered. We require that all pets in the home be spayed/neutered unless there are health reasons that can be verified with the vet.
Homeward Trails' adoption fees range depending on type of animal, the originating shelter and the vetting the animal has received. Our adoption fees are set to allow us to cover our expenses as well as to help other animals in our program that require additional care. Our fees cover vetting costs, shelter fees, fuel for transport, copying and printing of contracts and paperwork, our website presence, food, boarding, behavioral training and additional medical care. It is important to note that while the animal you adopt may not require all of these things, many other animals in our system do. Thus, any "extra" money from adoption fees goes to help those animals who may require additional care. By adopting from Homeward Trails, you are not saving just one life, you are helping to save others as well.
You will first be required to complete our Adoption Questionnaire (http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/). Once received, a Homeward Trails rep will contact you via phone or e-mail. Please allow 72 hours for a response. If it seems you are a good fit for each other based on the info you provided, a phone interview will follow. If you are renting, we require proof that you are allowed to have a pet as well as any breed or size restrictions that may exist. If you have pets or did previously, we require your vet information and we will call them to verify that your pets are in good health, current on vaccines and spayed/neutered. We require that all pets in the home be spayed/neutered unless there are health reasons that can be verified with the vet.
Homeward Trails' adoption fees range depending on type of animal, the originating shelter and the vetting the animal has received. Our adoption fees are set to allow us to cover our expenses as well as to help other animals in our program that require additional care. Our fees cover vetting costs, shelter fees, fuel for transport, copying and printing of contracts and paperwork, our website presence, food, boarding, behavioral training and additional medical care. It is important to note that while the animal you adopt may not require all of these things, many other animals in our system do. Thus, any "extra" money from adoption fees goes to help those animals who may require additional care. By adopting from Homeward Trails, you are not saving just one life, you are helping to save others as well.
Meet Adoptable Dogs at the Adoption Center Every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM – 4 PM - No appointment necessary!
Come see us at 11116 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039.
Homeward Trails has dog and cat adoption events throughout the DC area. For a list of our upcoming events, go to: www.homewardtrails.org/events/
Meet Adoptable Dogs at the Adoption Center Every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM – 4 PM - No appointment necessary!
Come see us at 11116 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039.
Homeward Trails has dog and cat adoption events throughout the DC area. For a list of our upcoming events, go to: www.homewardtrails.org/events/
More about this rescue
Homeward Trails seeks to find permanent adoptive homes in the Mid-Atlantic Region for dogs and cats from under resourced shelters or whose owners can no longer care for them. In so doing, we seek to reduce the rate of euthanasia of adoptable animals through the rescue and placement of homeless animals; to support proactive spay/neuter practices; to promote positive and ongoing behavioral training; and to educate the public about how to care for their animals in a humane way. Homeward Trails not only facilitates adoptions from local shelters, but also supports a large network of foster care providers who take homeless dogs and cats into their homes, care for them, rehabilitate them when needed, and prepare them for their permanent adoptive homes.
Sadly, without our help, all of these adoptable animals would face almost certain euthanasia - usually within days or hours of our rescuing them. Each year we take in hundreds of wonderful animals who were left at shelters through no fault of their own.
Many are puppies and kittens – innocent victims of irresponsible pet owners who don’t spay/neuter. Some are abandoned hunting dogs who served their owners well and were dumped in woods or left at shelters when they were no longer wanted. Others are house pets whose owners simply grew tired of caring for them or moved and did not take them along. And even more are animals that have been injured, abused and neglected. Whatever the reasons, these animals all deserve better. And once with Homeward Trails, they get better!
Our Principles:
1. To always operate in the best interest of the animals we take into our program and to advocate for the proper care of those in shelters and in private homes;
2. To provide quality care for the animals we take in for as long as they are in our program and to provide ongoing support to our adopters;
3. To always maintain a manageable number of animals in our system whereby we can ensure proper medical care, behavioral training and housing for the animals;
4. To rescue the widest array of dogs and cats by avoiding general discrimination based on breed, age, and health;
5. To provide our shelter partners and their communities with resources that will result in the highest level of care for their animals, an increase in spay/neuter surgeries and a decrease in the abuse, neglect and abandonment of dogs and cats;
6. To treat our volunteers, adopters and partners with understanding, patience and support
Homeward Trails seeks to find permanent adoptive homes in the Mid-Atlantic Region for dogs and cats from under resourced shelters or whose owners can no longer care for them. In so doing, we seek to reduce the rate of euthanasia of adoptable animals through the rescue and placement of homeless animals; to support proactive spay/neuter practices; to promote positive and ongoing behavioral training; and to educate the public about how to care for their animals in a humane way. Homeward Trails not only facilitates adoptions from local shelters, but also supports a large network of foster care providers who take homeless dogs and cats into their homes, care for them, rehabilitate them when needed, and prepare them for their permanent adoptive homes.
Sadly, without our help, all of these adoptable animals would face almost certain euthanasia - usually within days or hours of our rescuing them. Each year we take in hundreds of wonderful animals who were left at shelters through no fault of their own.
Many are puppies and kittens – innocent victims of irresponsible pet owners who don’t spay/neuter. Some are abandoned hunting dogs who served their owners well and were dumped in woods or left at shelters when they were no longer wanted. Others are house pets whose owners simply grew tired of caring for them or moved and did not take them along. And even more are animals that have been injured, abused and neglected. Whatever the reasons, these animals all deserve better. And once with Homeward Trails, they get better!
Our Principles:
1. To always operate in the best interest of the animals we take into our program and to advocate for the proper care of those in shelters and in private homes;
2. To provide quality care for the animals we take in for as long as they are in our program and to provide ongoing support to our adopters;
3. To always maintain a manageable number of animals in our system whereby we can ensure proper medical care, behavioral training and housing for the animals;
4. To rescue the widest array of dogs and cats by avoiding general discrimination based on breed, age, and health;
5. To provide our shelter partners and their communities with resources that will result in the highest level of care for their animals, an increase in spay/neuter surgeries and a decrease in the abuse, neglect and abandonment of dogs and cats;
6. To treat our volunteers, adopters and partners with understanding, patience and support
