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My name is FRANKY!

Posted 5 days ago | Updated 4 days ago

Adoption fee: $250

This helps Underdog Rescue of Arizona with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Catahoula Leopard Dog/Boxer
Color
Merle
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
21903556-D250308

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not 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:

MEET FRANKY!!

Franky is full of life and love! He loves to play, loves to cuddle, go on walks/runs, and and hangout with you. He's a goofy boy, but very obedient. He's already leash trained and knows basic commands!! 

Franky loves to lounge, he will even watch TV with you! He is fully housebroken AND crate trained! He likes to chase birds and catch flies. He responds quick to commands and learns quickly...and would do great with someone interested in teaching him new commands, tricks and skills.  He enjoys playing with water from a hose, but not yet sure how he feels about actually swimming in a pool.

Franky appears to be dog-selective, so intros will need to be done slowly and properly and we suggest with the assistance of the Trainer. No intros with cats yet, so that will be an unknown until intros can be done.

Given Franky's insecurity and fearfulness, we believe a home with no kids would also be best. We are unsure how that would affect his stress or confidence levels.

Note: FRANKY NEEDS AN EXPERIENCED ADOPTER. He needs to be acclimated slowly with a calm, consistent environment, among dog savvy individuals able to read dog behavior and who are familiar with fearful dogs. No strangers, family members, kids, neighbors, etc coming into the home or yard for several weeks until Franky has learned to feel safe and trust. Kennel training is a must----from the get-go, on Day One. (Games such as Tug of War and such will NOT be suitable and a no-go as it brings anxiety, stress and confusion as to the feeling of safety/security/hierarchy for the dog.) Kenneling should also continue to be followed when anyone unknown to the dog comes into the home, even after 3-3-3 decompression has been completed.

Our trainer will perform intros with him in the boarding facility and professional Training with the trainer will be provided by the Rescue to make Franky's transition an easy one, and remove much of the stress of a new environment, with new people. Additional sessions can be available going forward as needed, for insecurity/lack of confidence. Our goal is to set this pup UP FOR SUCCESS, the right way, straight out of the gate! 

If you are interested in meeting this dog, please visit our website for our online application www.underdogaz.com.

 



November 30, 2025, 6:07 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21903556-D250308
Contact
Danielle Young
Address
P.O. Box 13392, Chandler, AZ 85248

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

All potential adopters will be required to complete our Adoption Application, read and sign our Adopting Policies and Procedures, and participate in a home visit by one of our adoption representatives. Our Adoption Application is located on our website: www.underdogaz.com.

We also have a mandatory two-week Foster With Intent to Adopt trial period for all animals in order to be certain the pet is a good fit for your family.

Our standard adoption fee for dogs is $200; puppies are $250.

Non-standard fees do sometimes apply. Puppies younger than six months may have a higher fee. Designer dogs, purebreds, and other toy type breeds may also have higher adoption fees than the standard $200.

We do, however, have discounted fees for dogs that are seniors, a pair of dogs adopted together, or cats. If you are a veteran or an active duty service member, please ask about our partnership with Pets For Patriots.

All Underdog pets are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped prior to adoption.

We are a 501c3 non profit, your donations save lives and are 100% tax deductible.

Go meet their pets

We attend multiple adoption events throughout the valley during Spring and Fall.
If you are interested in a specific pet, please complete our adoption application found on our website and we can then coordinate a meet and greet.
www.underdogaz.com

More about this rescue

Underdog Rescue of Az is an all volunteer organization dedicated to the rescuing and re-homing of abandoned and/or abused dogs.

We are a foster-based rescue, and do not maintain a physical base of operations. All of our animals are placed with loving, caring safe foster families until they are adopted. We are also an "All Breed" rescue, and do not discriminate based on breed, age, size, etc.

Underdog's mission also includes educating the public on the issue of animal welfare. We strive to promote shelter reform, spay and neuter education and emergency rescue information & assistance.

Underdog Rescue of Az
P.O. Box 13392
Chandler, Az 85248

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