Adopt

My name is Zion!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

Adoption fee: $200

This helps The Buford Project Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Carolina Dog
Color
Black - with Brown, Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Age
1 year 1 month old, Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
46 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
Zion

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

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

Hi there!

My name is Zion, and I’m on the lookout for my forever home. My journey hasn’t been an easy one; as a baby, I was left in someone's fence overnight and they found me on a really cold morning and I was starving to death.

The nice rescue lady thought I needed a super special name given how traumatized I was and how far I have come so she named me Zion. I don't understand it all but she said scripture refers to Zion as the "City of Holiness" and a "city of refuge" where the Lord protects his people from the evils of the world. The nice family that found me in the fence provided refuge for me as did each of my wonderful fosters, Edie and Anita. All of these wonderful people have protected me from the evil meant to hurt me and now I am healing and longing for my forever home.

While I am still healing from the trauma of my past, but every day, I’m getting stronger and more confident. I thrive best with furry siblings around; they help me feel safe and secure. My favorite things in the world are snuggling in bed and letting out my sweet side. If I get nervous, you’ll find me retreating to my cozy spot in my favorite human bed, but don’t worry—I’m crate trained, too!
I have the bestest foster sibling Nova, who is about my age and we also have 2 furry felines and I am awesome with them! So, if you have other dogs or cats, I am perfect for you!

I love being outdoors and am a pro on the leash. Car rides are another joy of mine—I can't wait to go on adventures with you! Most importantly, I’m looking for a family that will let me be myself and continue this beautiful journey of healing. While I am very sweet and quiet, little kiddos will really overwhelm me so I am looking for a family that has another canine and even some felines but no kiddos. I am just to shy.

I’m incredibly thankful for my amazing foster families, especially Edie and Anita, who have helped me decompress and learn how to trust again. Now, I’m ready to find my own special family who will show me all the love I truly deserve. If that sounds like you, I can’t wait to meet you!
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Zion
Contact
Address
PO Box 250031, Little Rock, AR 72225

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Home Check

Home check includes meeting the pet and keeping the pet for 2 to 3 days to ensure it is a fit for the family and the dog.

4.

Approve Application

If step 3 goes well, we approve the application, the pet remains in the home and adoption contract is signed and adoption fee is paid.

Additional adoption info

We also conduct personal interviews and an interview with the veterinarian the family has historically used.

Go meet their pets

Interested in meeting one of our adorable rescue dogs up for adoption? Please call us at 847 846 8134. (Note, we have an Illinois number but we are based in Little Rock, Arkansas.)

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