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My name is Carmela!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Approve Application

4

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Cattle Dog
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Puppy
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21288642

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current

My story

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

Have you met Carmela yet? According to her foster, she’s a “lush for attention”. She adores receiving belly rubs and pets of any kind. She is a bit shy at first, but will quickly warm up and will do best with someone who can give her a little bit of extra one on one time and socialization. Her foster says she is a total sweetheart who is very eager to please. She’s also quick to learn new things and loves receiving praise…and did we mention pets?!? Yes, she will do anything for a good petting session which is ideal for training! She adores playing fetch and is always eager to make you smile.

Our best guess on her breed is some type of cattle-dog mix. Carmela and her bother were seized by a sheriff in Texas when their owner was evicted from her rental property. The owner was a hoarder and the dogs and cats on her property were found in a state of absolutely terrible neglect. Luckily that hasn’t impacted sweet Carmela’s personality. So if you are looking for a pup who aims to please you, then Carmela is your girl.

Carmela is in foster care in Texas but will be transported to NJ upon adoption.

  • Personality: loves attention, shy at first, sweetheart, eager to please
  • Good with: people of all ages (including kids), and dogs.  Has not been cat tested yet.
  • Training: crate trained, leash trained, knows some basic commands
  • Estimated date of birth: April 2024
  • Weight: 40 pounds
  • Medical: vetted, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped
  • Location: Currently located with a foster in Texas, but if adopted, will come to the NJ area on our next transport.

For more videos of Carmela, check out her YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmB5-2QLmiJNtM09mo4_fBnRPWyhYtVrx

If you have any questions please email: friendsforlifeanimalrescue@gmail.com

To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/210286667669167

We always need fosters, please join us!  https://form.jotform.com/210257395409155





Many other dogs need our help, please consider donating or sponsoring a dog, if possible.

100% of all money received from adoption fees and donations goes directly back to support saving other dogs and cats in need.  FFLAR is a 501c(3) non-profit.   We appreciate your support!

Venmo:  @friendsforlife-animalrescue   OR   Zelle: fflpetrescue@gmail.com

To donate monthly, please use this Zeffy link.  Note: Please be aware that the “give tip” on the second step is checked by default.  The tip goes to Zeffy (not to FFLAR) and you can opt to uncheck it.  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/763f3cec-69ef-4806-96f6-831021b48466?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL4hbtjbGNrAviFoWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEegHYYwrs5iSMcVVCL-43MA3M6nyqs867FuBqqghj5UXZQjQUoL0h2beNQOdI_aem_rFEk_Kbb7rp9XSLUut_hyw



August 24, 2025, 12:36 pm
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Friends For Life Animal Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21288642
Contact
Phone
Address
Paramus, NJ 07652

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

We will contact your references and vet. Then a Virtual Home Visit (video call) is conducted.

3.

Approve Application

If approved, a Meet and Greet is scheduled or transport pickup is confirmed.

4.

Take the Pet Home

Adopter gets a new "Friend for Life" and a pup has been saved.

Additional adoption info

We strive to find the best fit for the adopter and the dog.
Dogs fostered in Texas arrive on transport and go home on arrival.
Dogs fostered in PA, NJ, and NY areas can have a meet and greet after potential adopters' applications are approved.

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Si necesita ayuda para completar el formulario, envíenos un correo electrónico a info@friendsforlifeanimalrescue.org y nos comunicaremos con usted. O utilice este enlace para una versión en español. https://form.jotform.com/241404804882153

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, volunteer-run, foster-based Rescue (no facility).

Our focus is to save the lives of dogs and puppies in high-kill shelters in the south and local owner surrenders.

Our mission is to place unwanted and in-danger animals in homes, regardless of age or breed. To educate the public and help stop animal cruelty and neglect.

We don't discriminate against potential adopters on any basis or for any reason. We approve potential adopters if they are and the animal they applied for is a good fit.

Extra Info.-
*If a dog is listed on Adopt a Pet, they are still available, and we accept applications. We approve applications on the best fit for both dog and family.
*We take our best guess on breed and size when fully grown.
* Our dogs are adopted from their foster home or straight from transport from kill shelters in the south.
*We always need foster homes so we can continue to save dogs. Don't hesitate to contact us if you are interested in fostering. Or fill out the foster application using this link - https://form.jotform.com/210257395409155

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