Meet Esme
Esme is a whole vibe. This 3-5 year old girl is equal parts zest and snuggle. Whether you want to cuddle on the couch, take a ride, work on some cooking in the kitchen, go for a long walk in the woods, or BBQ with friends, she's just happy to be involved. As long as there's air conditioning, that is. As you'd expect from a husky in a Pit Bull rescue, this girl can fit in anywhere.
Some pups come with emotional baggage. Esme's is a bit more... physical. For her health and comfort, she could use some help shedding a few pounds (something we're already working on). Luckily she absolutely loves a long walk, and is always eager to step out. We suspect her energy will increase as her size decreases, so if you're looking to graduate from long walks to hikes, this is your girl. She also absolutely ADORES tennis balls, and is always down to play a little catch, or just entertain herself bouncing the ball around.
This girl is on a journey. We don't know much about her past, but we know she's known love, and we're excited for her to find it again. She's only been in her foster home for a few days, but she's settled in quickly, proving to be a little goofy, deeply thoughtful, and up for anything - every time we ask "What do you say, Esme?", her answer is "Yes!". We're looking forward to learning more about her, and helping her find her forever - if you think that could be you, please reach out!
Meet Esme
Esme is a whole vibe. This 3-5 year old girl is equal parts zest and snuggle. Whether you want to cuddle on the couch, take a ride, work on some cooking in the kitchen, go for a long walk in the woods, or BBQ with friends, she's just happy to be involved. As long as there's air conditioning, that is. As you'd expect from a husky in a Pit Bull rescue, this girl can fit in anywhere.
Some pups come with emotional baggage. Esme's is a bit more... physical. For her health and comfort, she could use some help shedding a few pounds (something we're already working on). Luckily she absolutely loves a long walk, and is always eager to step out. We suspect her energy will increase as her size decreases, so if you're looking to graduate from long walks to hikes, this is your girl. She also absolutely ADORES tennis balls, and is always down to play a little catch, or just entertain herself bouncing the ball around.
This girl is on a journey. We don't know much about her past, but we know she's known love, and we're excited for her to find it again. She's only been in her foster home for a few days, but she's settled in quickly, proving to be a little goofy, deeply thoughtful, and up for anything - every time we ask "What do you say, Esme?", her answer is "Yes!". We're looking forward to learning more about her, and helping her find her forever - if you think that could be you, please reach out!
We have a standard application that requires information about past and present pets, the home and yard, veterinary references and at least two non-relative references. All references are checked and a meet and greet is scheduled, typically in the foster home, prior to approval. A thorough home visit is then conducted (with photographs) and then we will allow the potential adopters to have any resident dogs and children meet the foster. HDR provides full support through and after the adoption process to minimize potential failures that can be stressful for the fosters and devastating for potential adopters.
We have a standard application that requires information about past and present pets, the home and yard, veterinary references and at least two non-relative references. All references are checked and a meet and greet is scheduled, typically in the foster home, prior to approval. A thorough home visit is then conducted (with photographs) and then we will allow the potential adopters to have any resident dogs and children meet the foster. HDR provides full support through and after the adoption process to minimize potential failures that can be stressful for the fosters and devastating for potential adopters.
Go meet their pets
All of our adoptable dogs can be seen on our website (http://www.handsomedansrescue.org/). We will list special events on our website as well, and on Handsome Dan's facebook page.
All of our adoptable dogs can be seen on our website (http://www.handsomedansrescue.org/). We will list special events on our website as well, and on Handsome Dan's facebook page.
More about this rescue
We help with the placement, care and the overall wellbeing of dogs in local shelters, rescues, and other facilities throughout the state of Rhode Island.
We Provide Foster Homes
We advocate the rescue and placement of pit bull type dogs from local shelters previously considered "unadoptable" through a network of volunteer foster homes. Many dogs have been rescued from severe abuse and neglect, often including victims of dog fighting. Because the dogs in our program often require extra care, including medical, training and rehabilitation, our rescue is small by design.
We Give Enrichment to Shelter Dogs
Long days of boredom can take their toll on even the most solid of dogs resulting in kennel stress. HDR's Enrichment Program pairs one of our enrichment specialists with a dog in crisis.
We take shelter and foster dogs through Outbound Hounds' Pit C.L.A.S.S.
Classes offered free to dogs in foster care or current residents of local shelters thorough our partnership with Outbound Hounds.
We Sponsor Free Spay/Neuter for At-Risk Dogs
Each year we are able to assist a small amount of owned dogs whose guardians are unable to afford the surgery. This program often results in at-risk dogs being able to stay in their homes rather than being turned in to local shelters.
We help with the placement, care and the overall wellbeing of dogs in local shelters, rescues, and other facilities throughout the state of Rhode Island.
We Provide Foster Homes
We advocate the rescue and placement of pit bull type dogs from local shelters previously considered "unadoptable" through a network of volunteer foster homes. Many dogs have been rescued from severe abuse and neglect, often including victims of dog fighting. Because the dogs in our program often require extra care, including medical, training and rehabilitation, our rescue is small by design.
We Give Enrichment to Shelter Dogs
Long days of boredom can take their toll on even the most solid of dogs resulting in kennel stress. HDR's Enrichment Program pairs one of our enrichment specialists with a dog in crisis.
We take shelter and foster dogs through Outbound Hounds' Pit C.L.A.S.S.
Classes offered free to dogs in foster care or current residents of local shelters thorough our partnership with Outbound Hounds.
We Sponsor Free Spay/Neuter for At-Risk Dogs
Each year we are able to assist a small amount of owned dogs whose guardians are unable to afford the surgery. This program often results in at-risk dogs being able to stay in their homes rather than being turned in to local shelters.
Other pets at this
rescue
We'll also keep you updated on Angel - Take My Lead's adoption status with email updates.
