Damien and his companion Cordelia were found dumped with several other adult dogs appearing to all be related or from the same litter.
Damien is just about 35 lbs, and with his wirey, low-shedding coat, guesses for his breed range from terrier mix to a doodle of some variety. However, he very strongly resembles a German Wirehaired Pointer - just half the size!
Damien's biggest struggle currently is that he is just not comfortable around humans yet. He has never shown any aggression or red flag behaviors. He is just very very uncomfortable and unsure. However, it is clear that he WANTS to connect. When he spends time as office dog, although he starts out trembling, too nervous to accept treats, and eyes darting helplessly around, he does eventually calm enough to at least no longer panic.
He suprises us again and again by opting into close contact. He lays close beside the office chair or sticks right by your side during walks or even in our yards offleash. If you run in the opposite direction from him, he trots right behind you.
He will not lean into your touch, nor does he run from it. He tolerates what he does not understand. But when you stop petting and give him a break, he will push into your space for a few moments. It's clear that breakthrough is right around the corner, but a kennel environment is not the easiest place for that to occur.
Damien is in need of a rare and patient soul who has zero expectations for him other than allowing him to continue progressing at his own pace. If you think you're ready to take on Damien (or his assumed sister Cordelia), we'd love to hear from you. Contact adopt.ffaa@gmail.com or call the shelter at (417) 592-2512 to discuss details.
Damien and his companion Cordelia were found dumped with several other adult dogs appearing to all be related or from the same litter.
Damien is just about 35 lbs, and with his wirey, low-shedding coat, guesses for his breed range from terrier mix to a doodle of some variety. However, he very strongly resembles a German Wirehaired Pointer - just half the size!
Damien's biggest struggle currently is that he is just not comfortable around humans yet. He has never shown any aggression or red flag behaviors. He is just very very uncomfortable and unsure. However, it is clear that he WANTS to connect. When he spends time as office dog, although he starts out trembling, too nervous to accept treats, and eyes darting helplessly around, he does eventually calm enough to at least no longer panic.
He suprises us again and again by opting into close contact. He lays close beside the office chair or sticks right by your side during walks or even in our yards offleash. If you run in the opposite direction from him, he trots right behind you.
He will not lean into your touch, nor does he run from it. He tolerates what he does not understand. But when you stop petting and give him a break, he will push into your space for a few moments. It's clear that breakthrough is right around the corner, but a kennel environment is not the easiest place for that to occur.
Damien is in need of a rare and patient soul who has zero expectations for him other than allowing him to continue progressing at his own pace. If you think you're ready to take on Damien (or his assumed sister Cordelia), we'd love to hear from you. Contact adopt.ffaa@gmail.com or call the shelter at (417) 592-2512 to discuss details.
Shelter
This organization is committed to providing a positive adoption experience!
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This can be done online through our website or in person at the shelter on paper!
2.
Interview
If you submitted an online app, staff will contact you for a phone or email conversation or to schedule an in-person convo at the shelter.
3.
Meet the Pet
During our m&g's, we ensure that any questions are answered and that the animal of interest matches what the applicant is looking for.
4.
Approve Application
Assuming all goes well during the m&g phase, your application will be approved and you will be cleared to adopt!
5.
Sign Adoption Contract
6.
Pay Fee
7.
Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
If you are interested in one of our adoptable pets, you can visit the the Adoption Center and fill out a paper application, fill out our application online from our website, or submit a request to receive one by email. Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you are welcome to come by the center during our open hours for a meet-and-greet! We also ask that our dog applicants who have dogs of their own bring their current dog/s for a meet-and-greet with the potential new family member as well.
If the animal you are interested in has no other applications in and FFAA staff feel that you are a good fit, approved applicants may finalize the adoption the same day!
Email adopt.ffaa@gmail.com for any questions!
All animals are spayed or neutered before adoption, are up-to-date on age appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
Our website: https://www.ffaaneosho.org/
If you choose to fill out an application online, click on the link to our website, hover over "Adopt," and then select either "Cat" or "Dog" to fill out the application that matches the species of the animal you are interested in - our dog and cat applications have different questions!
If you are interested in one of our adoptable pets, you can visit the the Adoption Center and fill out a paper application, fill out our application online from our website, or submit a request to receive one by email. Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you are welcome to come by the center during our open hours for a meet-and-greet! We also ask that our dog applicants who have dogs of their own bring their current dog/s for a meet-and-greet with the potential new family member as well.
If the animal you are interested in has no other applications in and FFAA staff feel that you are a good fit, approved applicants may finalize the adoption the same day!
Email adopt.ffaa@gmail.com for any questions!
All animals are spayed or neutered before adoption, are up-to-date on age appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
Our website: https://www.ffaaneosho.org/
If you choose to fill out an application online, click on the link to our website, hover over "Adopt," and then select either "Cat" or "Dog" to fill out the application that matches the species of the animal you are interested in - our dog and cat applications have different questions!
All of our adoptable animals are available to be seen at the Faithful Friends Adoption Center located in Neosho, MO! We are open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12PM-7PM and Saturday & Sunday 10AM-4PM. We are closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday.
Please call in advance if you are driving from a distance to ensure that the animal you would like to adopt is still available!
All of our adoptable animals are available to be seen at the Faithful Friends Adoption Center located in Neosho, MO! We are open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12PM-7PM and Saturday & Sunday 10AM-4PM. We are closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday.
Please call in advance if you are driving from a distance to ensure that the animal you would like to adopt is still available!
More about this shelter
Faithful Friends Animal Advocates, Inc is a non-profit organization committed to helping our community become a place where animals are treated with kindness and respect. Further, we want to be a voice for the welfare of animals in our community through various avenues.
We fulfill these goals by taking in homeless and vulnerable animals, rehabilitating, vetting, and preparing them for their future home, and ensuring that they are a good fit for those interested. Our goal is longevity - we are thorough when approving applications because we want their next home to be forever.
Our pledge to the animals under our charge knows no time limits. Our no-kill mission means that as long as it takes, we will keep searching for their perfect home. And if during that search, they need to rejoin our care, we welcome them with open arms no matter how long it has been.
People
From our paid staff to volunteers that support us at events and throughout the week, the dedicated and passionate community members that are involved in FFAA's mission are what keep us going. We always welcome new faces! If you are interested or know someone who would like to support our efforts, please contact us. We could not do it without our foster families, dog walkers, kennel cleaners, puppy and kitten socializers, event organizers, artists, chefs - everything we do is a group effort and thanks to the time and effort given freely and faithfully year after year.
Faithful Friends Animal Advocates, Inc is a non-profit organization committed to helping our community become a place where animals are treated with kindness and respect. Further, we want to be a voice for the welfare of animals in our community through various avenues.
We fulfill these goals by taking in homeless and vulnerable animals, rehabilitating, vetting, and preparing them for their future home, and ensuring that they are a good fit for those interested. Our goal is longevity - we are thorough when approving applications because we want their next home to be forever.
Our pledge to the animals under our charge knows no time limits. Our no-kill mission means that as long as it takes, we will keep searching for their perfect home. And if during that search, they need to rejoin our care, we welcome them with open arms no matter how long it has been.
People
From our paid staff to volunteers that support us at events and throughout the week, the dedicated and passionate community members that are involved in FFAA's mission are what keep us going. We always welcome new faces! If you are interested or know someone who would like to support our efforts, please contact us. We could not do it without our foster families, dog walkers, kennel cleaners, puppy and kitten socializers, event organizers, artists, chefs - everything we do is a group effort and thanks to the time and effort given freely and faithfully year after year.
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We'll also keep you updated on Cordelia's adoption status with email updates.
