Applesauce is the shyest and most thoughtful pup of the litter. He was once one of the smallest puppies, but with good nutrition and care he has grown into one of the biggest. Despite his size, he remains a gentle, cautious soul who approaches new people, places, and experiences slowly. He watches first, thinks it over, and then decides if he’s ready.
Applesauce is a sweet, sensitive puppy who will absolutely thrive with continued structure, confidence-building, and positive social exposure. He will go home with the next-stage Puppy Culture course because he truly needs it. His adoptive family must be ready and committed to continuing his Puppy Culture training exactly as outlined. This program shapes who he becomes as an adult, and without it he could grow into an insecure dog. With it, he will become steady, trusting, and sure of himself. His success depends on a home 100 percent invested in doing the daily exercises, games, and protocols.
He would do best with older children (12+) who understand how to move slowly and respectfully with a shy puppy. A confident but not overbearing dog in the home would also be helpful, as he learns a great deal by observing other dogs.
Vetting and care:
• Current on age-appropriate vaccines
• Microchipped
• Seen by our veterinarian and cleared for adoption
• On monthly flea and heartworm prevention
• Will go home with a neuter contract; Leia’s Hope covers a portion of the cost when he is neutered between 6–9 months
• Requires regular grooming as his coat grows
Other information:
• Adoption fee: $650
• Applications take 7–10 business days to process
• Approved application required before a meet and greet
• All family members and resident dogs must attend the meet and greet
• Adopters must travel to Decatur, Illinois for adoption; no transport or cargo flights are provided
• Puppies are a 12–15 year commitment and must be returned to Leia’s Hope if the adopter is ever unable to care for them
Applesauce is a sensitive, loving boy who just needs the right home to bring out his confidence. For the family willing to commit to his Puppy Culture journey, he will grow into a wonderful, devoted companion.
Applesauce is the shyest and most thoughtful pup of the litter. He was once one of the smallest puppies, but with good nutrition and care he has grown into one of the biggest. Despite his size, he remains a gentle, cautious soul who approaches new people, places, and experiences slowly. He watches first, thinks it over, and then decides if he’s ready.
Applesauce is a sweet, sensitive puppy who will absolutely thrive with continued structure, confidence-building, and positive social exposure. He will go home with the next-stage Puppy Culture course because he truly needs it. His adoptive family must be ready and committed to continuing his Puppy Culture training exactly as outlined. This program shapes who he becomes as an adult, and without it he could grow into an insecure dog. With it, he will become steady, trusting, and sure of himself. His success depends on a home 100 percent invested in doing the daily exercises, games, and protocols.
He would do best with older children (12+) who understand how to move slowly and respectfully with a shy puppy. A confident but not overbearing dog in the home would also be helpful, as he learns a great deal by observing other dogs.
Vetting and care:
• Current on age-appropriate vaccines
• Microchipped
• Seen by our veterinarian and cleared for adoption
• On monthly flea and heartworm prevention
• Will go home with a neuter contract; Leia’s Hope covers a portion of the cost when he is neutered between 6–9 months
• Requires regular grooming as his coat grows
Other information:
• Adoption fee: $650
• Applications take 7–10 business days to process
• Approved application required before a meet and greet
• All family members and resident dogs must attend the meet and greet
• Adopters must travel to Decatur, Illinois for adoption; no transport or cargo flights are provided
• Puppies are a 12–15 year commitment and must be returned to Leia’s Hope if the adopter is ever unable to care for them
Applesauce is a sensitive, loving boy who just needs the right home to bring out his confidence. For the family willing to commit to his Puppy Culture journey, he will grow into a wonderful, devoted companion.
We are a foster based rescue and our dogs are not in one central location. We require an approved application before we do meet and greets. Please be sure you meet our requirements prior to applying.
We are a foster based rescue and our dogs are not in one central location. We require an approved application before we do meet and greets. Please be sure you meet our requirements prior to applying.
We are a licensed foster based rescue. We rescue mostly seniors and special need dogs as these are normally the first to be euthanized in shelters.
Our Mission:
To rescue, rehabilitate and rehome unwanted dogs and find the best home for each dog in our care. Our belief is all healthy and treatable dogs, regardless of breed or age, have the right to life, happiness, and love.
We are a licensed foster based rescue. We rescue mostly seniors and special need dogs as these are normally the first to be euthanized in shelters.
Our Mission:
To rescue, rehabilitate and rehome unwanted dogs and find the best home for each dog in our care. Our belief is all healthy and treatable dogs, regardless of breed or age, have the right to life, happiness, and love.
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