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My name is River - CCHS!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by Street Paws, Inc.
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Home Check

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $300

This helps Street Paws, Inc. with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Rhodesian Ridgeback/Labrador Retriever
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
21988795

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

"Courtesy Post" This is not a Street Paws animal but we are assisting a family with placing their pet. 

"MEET RIVER"

He was born at Clayton County Humane Society to mom Kelly who is also still up for adoption.

River has been completely vetted which includes microchipping, neutering, ALL current and up to date vaccinations, rabies vaccination, heartworm tested, heartworm and flea prevention and completed deworming.

River was a live birth to mom Kelly on 02/06/2022 along with 7 siblings. River and his brother Jasper that is also still available for adoption had the chance at a forever home as puppies but were unfortunately returned after 6 months as a lifestyle change occurred and they could no longer care for River and Jasper. With River and Jasper size they are usually overlooked due to medium to larger size dogs being picked last for adoption. 3 years have went by already with living in shelter life. They do get the opportunity to go on routine scenic dog walks and adventures and have outside free time. River would do well as a only dog as he can be quiet timid and shy but is very friendly to people. He can bark at children as he is just timid and needs some quality time to develop and blossom outside of chaos that can arise from shelter living. He is very active and would make a great companion to someone who loves to spend a lot of time outdoors. If you have a big back yard for him to run he would greatly enjoy that too!! River and Jasper deserve a true chance at a forever home and someone who has patience in understanding that decompression and a trusting bond is viable for them to open up and show all of their personality. They love treat time and always welcome us with a wagging tail and great disposition. I encourage quality one on one time to be spent so that you can see all the potential that they have!! Let's give River and Jasper a FOREVER home !

River is in good health and ready to be adopted into his forever loving home

Adoptions are limited to an approximately 150 mile radius from Locust Grove, GA, certain circumstances may allow exceptions. 

Adoption fee is $250

To apply to adopt this pet, please fill out a Preliminary Adoption Application at  https://www.streetpaws.org/home/adopt.    

This application does not commit you to an adoption. It is used to screen those interested to make sure the home is a good match for the pet and your family. We verify vet history on current/previous pets to ensure pets have been spayed/neutered and vaccinated annually. Please call your vet to give permission for us to call them.

If more information is needed regarding the pet email info@streetpaws.org. You must complete the pre-application to obtain approval to meet the pet.

 

November 24, 2025, 8:32 pm
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
21988795
Contact
Address
109 Bethlehem Rd., Locust Grove, GA 30248

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Submit an application to start the process for approval. Home visits are scheduled after approved. https://www.streetpaws.org/home/adopt

2.

Interview

Once approved an Adoption Coordinator will call to interview you to ensure the pet you are interested in is the best fit for both of you.

3.

Meet the Pet

Vet references will be performed for current and previous pets prior to approval.

4.

Home Check

If the pet is a good fit after meeting a home visit will be scheduled. The contract will be signed at that time.

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

6.

Pay Fee

The fee listed may vary for certain pets. Make sure to read the adoption fee in each pets bio.

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Pre-adoption applications can be found on our website at https://www.streetpaws.org/home/adopt. Vet references are performed on current and previous pets, please call your vet to give permission to release your records. Once approved we can set up a meet and greet with the pet you are interested in and if you decide to adopt, an adoption contract will be completed. Fees are determined per animal adopted and are listed under each pet's bio.

Potential adopters must complete a pre-application including vet references.

To ensure you receive a reply from us make sure you add info@streetpaws.org to your contact list or keep a close eye on your spam emails.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Email info@streetpaws.org for an appointment

Our shelter is not open to the public yet, we are appointment only.

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More about this shelter

Street Paws, Inc. is a group of individuals working to improve the lives of animals living on the streets in Georgia. We are 501(c)(3) tax exempt, incorporated with the State of Georgia and approved by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.

We work to reduce animal population through spay/neuter. Promote responsible pet ownership including vaccinations and humane education and seek suitable homes for unwanted and neglected animals.

The purpose of Street Paws, Inc. is to work with local county animal control shelters, county government and other animal groups for the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals, including the reduction of animal overpopulation through spay/neuters and publicizing the benefit thereof; promote responsible pet ownership including vaccinations, improve the lives of animals living on the streets, provide humane education to the citizenry and foster a healthy relationship between people and animals.

Street Paws, Inc. shall assist to house homeless, neglected and abused animals, provide veterinary care, seek suitable homes for animals without owners; support local shelters to maximize reclaims, adoptions and foster opportunities, to reduce euthanasia, transfer animals to other licensed animal rescue groups; and provide euthanasia when necessary. These animals are surrendered or given to Street Paws, Inc. by their owners, animal shelters, Humane Societies, and other persons.

Street Paws, Inc. is out on the streets daily taking a progressive, proactive approach to establishing a permanent resolution to the stray companion animal problem through dedicated rescue efforts, sheltering, community outreach programs, education, collaborations, and the encouragement of responsible pet guardianship.

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