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My name is Clay!

Posted over 6 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

Adoption fee: $299

This helps Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier)
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20884852

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

ACTIVE, FUN & READY FOR ADVENTURE:  Approx. 5 years old / Approx. 29 lbs.

Hi, my name is Clay!  I joined the Mostly Mutts family when they rescued me from animal control.  I’m keeping the volunteers on their toes with my energetic personality.  Always on the move and ready for adventure, I look forward to being active with my new family.  Let’s exercise together!  I also got to spend some time in the prison/foster training program where I had a great time and learned a lot, too!  

• OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS:  I recently met dogs in the prison/foster training program, and I was friendly with them. If you have a nice doggie at home already, let’s meet and see if we can be pals. / I met a kitty at Mostly Mutts, and we all agree that I should not live with cats. / I get excited about tennis balls and sometimes try to grab at them, so older teens (15+) may be best.  I have done well changing this behavior when my trainer tells me to ‘wait’, and I hold my ‘sit’. 

• PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL:  I’m an active and enthusiastic guy who is playful and ready for fun.  If it’s playtime, I am all in and I see many things as toys, so I’ll toss them all around to play!  I was well-mannered for my bath, so it was a breeze. I’m a people dog who greets the volunteers with unbridled joy. I’m the kind of dog that will guard my home, car and person when on walks and I have bitten over this.  Mostly Mutts has put procedures in place to prevent this and one of our trainers will be happy to work with you to have a successful adoption. / My energy level is 8-10, so I am looking for an active family member to help me direct my energy with fun adventures.  I also really need a fenced-in yard in my new home to be successful given my energy level for some fun playtimes with you.

• SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY:  I am a student in the Mostly Mutts University training program, where I’ve mastered the ‘sit’, ‘stay’, ‘come’, ‘place’, ‘leave it’ and ‘down’ commands. I also utilize proper door etiquette.  I had to work on my ball sharing manners, as I am obsessed with them.  My trainer has taught me how to exchange my ball for a treat.  I am also doing well with the ‘wait’ command for this behavior. / I can be a bit jumpy getting out of my kennel, as I am super excited to be with the volunteers. / My potty habits were good on the prison/foster training program schedule and at Mostly Mutts.

• LIKES/DISLIKES:  I love being with people and am enthusiastic when they come to spend time with me.  I also really love tennis balls, the XL red plastic ball in the MM play yard and squeaky toys.  I’m excited for mealtimes, so the volunteers have me using a slow feeder or Kong puzzle which is good for the digestion of fast eaters.  The volunteers will sit with me while I eat, and I enjoy their company.  As mentioned, I need a fenced-in yard in my new home, to help me work out some of the extra energy that I have with you! / I can’t think of any other dislikes besides those mentioned above, but I’m sure I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get enough love, attention, EXERCISE and training. 

• MEDICAL:  I'm current on vaccinations, micro-chipped and neutered.  I’m currently on an inexpensive medication to help with my hyper-focus on balls and some anxiousness at the shelter.  I just get so excited when I see a ball.  I’m hoping that in my forever home, where there will be lots of balls available, I can feel more relaxed about them and hopefully come off the medication in time.  

I am looking for a fun-loving family who is dedicated to spending the time with me necessary to meet my energy needs!  My adoption fee is $299.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.  



August 25, 2025, 1:53 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
20884852
Contact
Address
3238 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption's Adoption Process

Our facility is currently open to the public Monday-Saturday, 11-3. We welcome you to come meet our adoptable Mutts & Kitties! Please keep in mind the following:

Many of our adoptable Mutts & Kitties are in foster homes, so please call 770-272-6888 to find out if the pet you are interested in is at our facility. With an approved application we can set up meet & greets and adoptions with a pet in foster care.
We are not yet up to full ‘staffing’ following the pandemic, so there may be times when we cannot do meet & greets or process an application on the spot.
The best first step is to submit an application via www.mostlymutts.org.
Our adoption counselors are happy to help make a great match for you and your family!

Adoption Info:
Please submit an application through our website at www.mostlymutts.org if you are interested in one of our adoptable pets. We are receiving a large volume of applications and processing may take a little bit longer than normal. We are grateful for your interest, and an adoption counselor will be in touch as quickly as possible. Please give us 48 hours to respond before sending a follow-up email.

Don’t see a dog or cat for you on the website? Submit the application anyway!! We are taking in a large number of dogs and cats weekly. Due to the overwhelming demand, many are matched with approved applicants prior to being posted online. Our adoption counselors will be happy to help make a great match for you and your family.

Thank you for your patience and support!

You may also call our phone line, 770-272-6888 or email adopt@mostlymutts.org with specific questions about any of our adoptable animals. We do require an interview, references and a contract. Must be 21 or over to adopt. Our Adoption process is very thorough...MM prides itself in making every effort to place each animal in the right home.

Dogs: Our adoption fee is $299. Each dog that Mostly Mutts adopts out to a Furever home has the following basic vetting as well as an engraved name tag, Martingale collar and leash:

Spay or Neuter Surgery
Vaccinations up to date according to age (Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Bordatella)
De-Worming
Microchip
Heartworm Testing (1 yr & older) we pay for treatment for any HW+ animal after adoption at our own vet

Cats: Our adoption fee is $175 for cats. Each cat that Mostly Mutts adopts out to a Furever home has the following basic vetting as well as an engraved name tag:

Spay or Neuter Surgery
Vaccinations up to date according to age (Rabies, FVRCP)
De-Worming
Combo-Tested (FeLV/FIV)


Weekdays/Weekends:
Monday-Saturday from 11-3m. at the Mostly Mutts facility located at 3238 Cherokee St. Kennesaw, Ga. 30144.

Please visit our website, www.mostlymutts.org for additional information about adopting a new best friend!

Mostly Mutts is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, staffed almost entirely by volunteers!

Go meet their pets

Weekdays/Weekends:
Monday - Saturday from 11-3pm. at the Mostly Mutts facility located at 3238 Cherokee St. Kennesaw, Ga. 30144.

More about this rescue

Who We Are:

Mostly Mutts is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, staffed almost entirely by volunteers!

Our Mission is to help the Unwanted, Abandoned, Abused and Sick animals in our local counties. We fulfill this mission by working closely with County Animal Control Facilities, saving those who are in imminent danger of euthanasia, or those with needs which require specialized vet care that many other groups will not consider: major orthopedic issues, heartworm positive treatment, skin conditions, neglect and abuse

Please visit our website, www.mostlymutts.org for additional information about adopting a new best friend!

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