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My name is JoAnn!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption fee: $475

This helps Last Hope K9 Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
22021013

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VT

Good with dogs: Yes, with proper intros
Good with cats: Yes, dog savvy cats
Good with kids: Unknown, likely yes
Crate trained: Yes
House Trained: Yes

Meet sweet JoAnn!  This cheerful pup lights up every room, wagging her tail with excitement at the chance to make new friends wherever she goes. She enjoys sunbathing in the yard, chewing on bones or Kongs, and sharing gentle affection with everyone she meets. She has a mellow energy but still loves to play.

This social butterfly gets excited to meet new dogs but does well with a proper intro. She is great at reading their cues during play. While she hasn’t lived with kids but she’s met a few at places like the vet and pet store and was sweet and relaxed. Her best friend down south was a barn cat, so she should do well with a dog savvy cat sibling. 

JoAnn is crate trained and house trained. She’s working on her manners when meeting people, but responds well to gentle reminders like sitting for attention. She walks nicely on a leash, only pulling a little when she sees a new friend that she's like to meet. 

With her laid-back nature, sweet personality, and love for people and pets alike, JoAnn is the kind of dog who will make your home feel complete. If you're you ready to meet your new best friend, JoAnn is the one!

Please Note: All dogs are posted on our website until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at www.lasthopek9.org. Last Hope K9 Rescue is licensed with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (#0151).

November 21, 2025, 12:05 am
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Contact info

Pet ID
22021013
Contact
Phone
Address
71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

The adoption fee covers vaccinations (Rabies, Bordatella, DAPP), de-worming, vetting, transport and, per MA and NH law,a minimum 48 hours of quarantine after transport. Dogs that are old enough at the time of transport will also be spayed or neutered.

Application requires: Written Application, 2 references, proof of home ownership/landlord permission, vet reference, home visit

Approved applicants must complete an adoption contract

Go meet their pets

We set up private meetings because all of our dogs are in foster homes. Please email adoptions@lasthopek9.com to schedule a meeting with one of our dogs!

More about this rescue

Our mission at Last Hope K9 Rescue is to save every possible dog we can from being euthanized within high-volume kill shelters throughout the U.S.

As the literal “last hope” of nearly every animal we serve, we work tirelessly to place each one within a stable, loving environment that can act as either their forever home, or the gateway to their forever home. We also strive to ensure that all of our adoptions and foster placements are the optimal fit for everyone involved, including our dogs. This leads to our second goal: enriching human lives through canine companionship. To us, you can’t have one without the other.

Lastly, we promote animal welfare by lobbying important initiatives that both protect and give voice to the voiceless. By fostering an environment of collaboration with other organizations that share our goals, and working together instead of in competition, we find that we accomplish more.

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