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My name is Handsome Hank!

Posted 1 day ago

Cared for by PAWS NEW ENGLAND
Adoption fee: $550

This helps PAWS NEW ENGLAND with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Dutch Shepherd
Color
Age
2 years 1 month old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
77 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
2026116

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My health

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current

My story

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

Look at handsome Hank! This sweet, soulful boy has one simple wish in life — to be loved and to belong.

Hank was adopted as a puppy from a shelter, but as he grew into his big, beautiful self, his family decided he was “too big” for their home and returned him. Thankfully, one of our dedicated southern rescuers stepped in before he had to face shelter life again and welcomed him into foster care. Now thriving in a home environment, Hank is showing everyone what an incredible companion he truly is.

In his foster home, Hank is a happy, affectionate guy who absolutely adores people. He lights up when the grandkids come over and has shown nothing but playful, gentle behavior with them and his foster’s son. He loves being part of the action and happily soaks up all the attention he can get.

Hank also gets along wonderfully with other dogs and enjoys having playmates to romp around with. As for cats, he hasn’t bothered his foster mom’s cat, though she tends to keep her distance — so a slow, proper introduction woth a dog-savvy cat would be best.

He is house-trained and does well when let out regularly, though he has had a couple of accidents if his cues are missed. Hank has been crated in the past and tolerates it, though it’s not his favorite place to be. He has done well roaming the house without issue, but continued crate use when left alone — at least until he’s fully settled — would be a smart transition plan.

Hank walks decently on leash and would benefit from continued structure and consistency. He can get a little anxious in the car, but when secured with a seatbelt, he relaxes and settles nicely — it seems to give him a sense of security.

This high-energy, athletic boy is looking for an active home with a yard where he can stretch his legs and burn off energy. He would make a fantastic running partner and would thrive with a family that enjoys outdoor adventures and includes him in their daily life.

Hank has so much love to give and so much life to share. He just needs a family who will see his worth, embrace his size, and promise him forever this time. Let’s find this deserving boy the perfect home he’s been waiting for.



Name: Handsome Hank
Breed: Dutch Shepherd/Crossbreed
Sex: Male
Age: 2 years  (estimated)
Weight: 77 lbs
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Negative on recent testing
Microchipped: Yes

BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:
Good with Children: Over 5
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Selective

Adoption Fee: $550.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)
                       $100-150 additional mandatory quarantine fee for Massachusetts residents.

Location of dog currently:    Tennessee  Texas  Arkansas  New England Mississippi

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - 

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.  

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England, if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse, whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.

Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
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Contact info

Pet ID
2026116
Contact
Phone
Address
Barrington, RI 02806

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Donation: $450.00 (includes $140.00 transport fee paid directly to USDA approved transport company)

Interested in adopting this wonderful dog? Please visit our website and complete an online adoption application.
http://www.pawsnewengland.com/adoption-form/

The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)

Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.

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All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.

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More about this rescue

PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.

Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.

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