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Zeke is a drop dead gorgeous mixed breed big boy (Rottie? Cur? Plott Hound? Your guess is as good as ours!) He weighs around 60lbs and is approximately 2-3 years old. He loves to play with other dogs but can get a little overstimulated and plays rough, so his ideal dog playmate would be similar in size and energy level and have the patience to deal with a goofy dog.
He can be a bit of a bull in a china shop, but he’s just sooo excited to be on to his next adventure in life! Zeke was saved by another rescue with 60+ other dogs from a hoarding situation in KY and has spent the last few months in boarding, but he’s working very hard on his manners and becoming a gentleman.
He will keep himself entertained with toys for hours, is fabulous in the crate, and is potty trained with a consistent routine. He loves walks, but he’s a strong dog and his loose leash walking is a work in progress. Zeke would definitely benefit from a fenced yard, but we won’t rule out an otherwise perfect home that can give him an outlet for his energy in other ways. Due to his size and strength he is looking for a home with no cats, small dogs, or young children.
Zeke is fully vetted and ready for adoption, but you can always try our foster-to-adopt program if you want to make sure he’s the perfect fit for you. If you’re interested in adopting Zeke or getting pre-approved for any of our other dogs, please fill out an adoption application at www.rosebudrescue.com/adopt
Zeke is a drop dead gorgeous mixed breed big boy (Rottie? Cur? Plott Hound? Your guess is as good as ours!) He weighs around 60lbs and is approximately 2-3 years old. He loves to play with other dogs but can get a little overstimulated and plays rough, so his ideal dog playmate would be similar in size and energy level and have the patience to deal with a goofy dog.
He can be a bit of a bull in a china shop, but he’s just sooo excited to be on to his next adventure in life! Zeke was saved by another rescue with 60+ other dogs from a hoarding situation in KY and has spent the last few months in boarding, but he’s working very hard on his manners and becoming a gentleman.
He will keep himself entertained with toys for hours, is fabulous in the crate, and is potty trained with a consistent routine. He loves walks, but he’s a strong dog and his loose leash walking is a work in progress. Zeke would definitely benefit from a fenced yard, but we won’t rule out an otherwise perfect home that can give him an outlet for his energy in other ways. Due to his size and strength he is looking for a home with no cats, small dogs, or young children.
Zeke is fully vetted and ready for adoption, but you can always try our foster-to-adopt program if you want to make sure he’s the perfect fit for you. If you’re interested in adopting Zeke or getting pre-approved for any of our other dogs, please fill out an adoption application at www.rosebudrescue.com/adopt
Please see the "Adopt" page on our website or the adoption application.
2.
Meet the Pet
The initial meet and greet is with human family members only.
3.
Home Check
Meet and greets with existing pets in the household will be done at this time.
4.
Take the Pet Home
We offer a foster-to-adopt program for up to 2 weeks if you are on the fence and would like a "trial run" with your hopeful new dog!
5.
Sign Adoption Contract
Please note, the adoption fee is due at the time the adoption contract is signed.
6.
Pay Fee
Paid via cash, check, PayPal, or Venmo. Please be advised that the adoption fee goes towards the care of other dogs and is non-refundable.
Additional adoption info
We will first look over your application and decide if you are a good fit for the dog in question. If we feel that dog is not right for you but have another we would recommend, we will reach out to you. If an application is missing ANY information, or if we feel anything indicated on the application does not align with the care we want our dogs to have, you will be denied.
The next step will be to reach out to your references. Please give them a heads up! You must call your vet and giving them permission to release information about current and past pets in your home to Rosebud Rescue and our volunteers. We will inquire with your vet about the care of current and past animals in your home and their vaccination status, spay/neuter status, monthly preventatives, etc. If renting, we must get confirmation from your landlord that you are able to adopt a dog. Please understand that reaching out to your references is time consuming, and we will only call once. If we are unable to get sufficient information from the references provided in a timely manner, we will not be able to approve your application.
Once fully approved, a representative will get in touch with you to schedule a meet and greet. The first meet and greet will be with human family members at our rescue or the dogs foster home. If there are other pets in your home we will do a slow and proper introduction at the home check.
Our adoption process is slow, well thought out, and in the best interest of our dogs and their adopters. In an effort to not rush things, we place a pending adoption status on our dogs after a meet and greet is scheduled. After the initial meet and greet, you will have 1 week to follow up with us on your decision before the dog is made available for adoption.
We will first look over your application and decide if you are a good fit for the dog in question. If we feel that dog is not right for you but have another we would recommend, we will reach out to you. If an application is missing ANY information, or if we feel anything indicated on the application does not align with the care we want our dogs to have, you will be denied.
The next step will be to reach out to your references. Please give them a heads up! You must call your vet and giving them permission to release information about current and past pets in your home to Rosebud Rescue and our volunteers. We will inquire with your vet about the care of current and past animals in your home and their vaccination status, spay/neuter status, monthly preventatives, etc. If renting, we must get confirmation from your landlord that you are able to adopt a dog. Please understand that reaching out to your references is time consuming, and we will only call once. If we are unable to get sufficient information from the references provided in a timely manner, we will not be able to approve your application.
Once fully approved, a representative will get in touch with you to schedule a meet and greet. The first meet and greet will be with human family members at our rescue or the dogs foster home. If there are other pets in your home we will do a slow and proper introduction at the home check.
Our adoption process is slow, well thought out, and in the best interest of our dogs and their adopters. In an effort to not rush things, we place a pending adoption status on our dogs after a meet and greet is scheduled. After the initial meet and greet, you will have 1 week to follow up with us on your decision before the dog is made available for adoption.
Rosebud Rescue dogs are available for scheduled meet and greets to approved adopters only, If there is not a dog you are immediately interested in you may fill out an application to become pre-approved to adopt, which will be kept on file for a calendar year.
Rosebud Rescue dogs are available for scheduled meet and greets to approved adopters only, If there is not a dog you are immediately interested in you may fill out an application to become pre-approved to adopt, which will be kept on file for a calendar year.
More about this rescue
Rosebud Rescue Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization in West Falls, NY specializing in herding breed dogs. Our goal is to rehabilitate and rehome to owners who understand the needs of a high energy working dog, and to offer permanent sanctuary and safe management for those who have been deemed unadoptable to the general public.
While we'll do our best to help any dog in need, our focus is primarily on herding breeds. These breeds are often misunderstood due to their drive, energy level, and instincts. Our goal is to provide our adopters with the education and tools to live healthy, fulfilling lives with these incredibly smart and loyal dogs!
Another area of focus for us are dogs with disabilities, behavioral issues, or medical issues.These dogs often require some extra attention and care in one way or another and we pride ourselves on taking the time to work with them to not only make their quality of life the best it can be, but to also help our adopters maintain that care after welcoming their new 4-legged family member.
Rosebud Rescue Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization in West Falls, NY specializing in herding breed dogs. Our goal is to rehabilitate and rehome to owners who understand the needs of a high energy working dog, and to offer permanent sanctuary and safe management for those who have been deemed unadoptable to the general public.
While we'll do our best to help any dog in need, our focus is primarily on herding breeds. These breeds are often misunderstood due to their drive, energy level, and instincts. Our goal is to provide our adopters with the education and tools to live healthy, fulfilling lives with these incredibly smart and loyal dogs!
Another area of focus for us are dogs with disabilities, behavioral issues, or medical issues.These dogs often require some extra attention and care in one way or another and we pride ourselves on taking the time to work with them to not only make their quality of life the best it can be, but to also help our adopters maintain that care after welcoming their new 4-legged family member.
