Doug is a 3-year-old Black Mouth Cur with a tan coat, a big heart, and even bigger zest for life. This sweet, energetic boy has been loved since puppyhood and is now looking for a new home where he can shine.
Doug is happiest when he has something to do — fetching tennis balls, exploring on walks, or joining you for any fun the day brings. He loves fetch (though he’s still learning that the game works best when he actually brings the ball back). The two-ball method is his current favorite hack!
Doug is social, affectionate, and well-mannered with people. He’s lived with toddlers and handled household chaos with patience and gentle enthusiasm. When guests arrive, he may greet them with excited jumps, but it’s all love — he just hasn’t learned that not everyone wants a pogo-stick hello.
He’s also house-trained, crate-trained, great on walks, and a perfect gentleman in the car. Doug is smart, eager to please, and settles in beautifully once he gets his initial excitement out.
Doug has lived peacefully with another dog and generally enjoys canine company, though he can have a “big personality” around confident or senior dogs who may not appreciate his playful energy. During staff testing, he and another dominant male had a brief disagreement, but both boys rebounded quickly — Doug showed he can coexist and even become a good playmate once everyone settles in.
Slow introductions are key for him, especially with older or more reserved dogs.
He is cat-friendly, which is a wonderful bonus!
Doug thrives with:
✔️ An active family or person
✔️ Structure, exercise, and play
✔️ Someone who enjoys training and enrichment
✔️ A home that gives him slow intros to new dog friends
Doug is a smart, loving, athletic companion who will be your go-to buddy for walks, adventures, games of fetch, car rides, and couch snuggles. He brings so much joy to the right family — he’s simply waiting for someone who sees what a gem he is.
Doug is also eligible for our Foster-to-Adopt program, making it even easier to bring this wonderful boy into your life. Ready to meet him? He’s ready to meet you. 💛🐕
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If you’re interested in adopting, please apply online at mscrescue.org/adopt. Once approved, we’ll work with you to ensure it’s a great fit—and if it’s not, no worries! We’ll help you find the right match.
All of our dogs are adoption-ready and come:
•️ Spayed or neutered
•️ Heartworm tested
•️ Dewormed
•️ Up-to-date on prevention medications
•️ Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines
•️ Microchipped
•️ With a coupon for a free Simply Dub collar from Dubdog Designs
Meet Doug — Your Next Adventure Buddy! 🐾
Doug is a 3-year-old Black Mouth Cur with a tan coat, a big heart, and even bigger zest for life. This sweet, energetic boy has been loved since puppyhood and is now looking for a new home where he can shine.
Doug is happiest when he has something to do — fetching tennis balls, exploring on walks, or joining you for any fun the day brings. He loves fetch (though he’s still learning that the game works best when he actually brings the ball back). The two-ball method is his current favorite hack!
Doug is social, affectionate, and well-mannered with people. He’s lived with toddlers and handled household chaos with patience and gentle enthusiasm. When guests arrive, he may greet them with excited jumps, but it’s all love — he just hasn’t learned that not everyone wants a pogo-stick hello.
He’s also house-trained, crate-trained, great on walks, and a perfect gentleman in the car. Doug is smart, eager to please, and settles in beautifully once he gets his initial excitement out.
Doug has lived peacefully with another dog and generally enjoys canine company, though he can have a “big personality” around confident or senior dogs who may not appreciate his playful energy. During staff testing, he and another dominant male had a brief disagreement, but both boys rebounded quickly — Doug showed he can coexist and even become a good playmate once everyone settles in.
Slow introductions are key for him, especially with older or more reserved dogs.
He is cat-friendly, which is a wonderful bonus!
Doug thrives with:
✔️ An active family or person
✔️ Structure, exercise, and play
✔️ Someone who enjoys training and enrichment
✔️ A home that gives him slow intros to new dog friends
Doug is a smart, loving, athletic companion who will be your go-to buddy for walks, adventures, games of fetch, car rides, and couch snuggles. He brings so much joy to the right family — he’s simply waiting for someone who sees what a gem he is.
Doug is also eligible for our Foster-to-Adopt program, making it even easier to bring this wonderful boy into your life. Ready to meet him? He’s ready to meet you. 💛🐕
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If you’re interested in adopting, please apply online at mscrescue.org/adopt. Once approved, we’ll work with you to ensure it’s a great fit—and if it’s not, no worries! We’ll help you find the right match.
All of our dogs are adoption-ready and come:
•️ Spayed or neutered
•️ Heartworm tested
•️ Dewormed
•️ Up-to-date on prevention medications
•️ Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines
•️ Microchipped
•️ With a coupon for a free Simply Dub collar from Dubdog Designs
In order to protect our animals and the public, Second Chances will not have open hours until further notice. We are still taking adoption appointments!
In order to protect our animals and the public, Second Chances will not have open hours until further notice. We are still taking adoption appointments!
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Melissa's Second Chances is a non-profit animal shelter/rescue that strives to help find homes and refuge for animals in need of a second chance.
Melissa's Second Chances is a non-profit animal shelter/rescue that strives to help find homes and refuge for animals in need of a second chance.
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