Boxer puppies and dogs in Somerset, Kentucky

Meet Trish A Gentle Soul and True Survivor Trish is a 3-year-old, 40-pound sweetheart with a heart full of love and a spirit thats stronger than you can imagine. When we pulled her from a shelter in Kentucky, she was in heartbreaking shape covered in a severe yeast infection, with almost no hair left on her body and open, bloody sores around her neck. Scared and neglected, Trish was an owner surrender who had clearly suffered from a lack of care and compassion. But despite it all, Trish never gave up. With time, patience, and lots of TLC, Trish has blossomed. Her gorgeous red coat is growing back in, and her gentle, affectionate nature has started to shine. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs, doesnt mind cats, and is crate trained. She takes treats gently and loves to be loved on soaking up every bit of kindness and attention as if shes making up for lost time. Trish is a survivor, and shes ready for a forever home that will shower her with the love, patience, and care shes always deserved. If you're looking for a sweet, resilient companion who will return your love tenfold, Trish might just be the perfect addition to your life. View Video HERE View Recovery Video HERE **Additional fees apply for out-of-state adoptions. View HERE.** ---**WE DO NOT RESPOND TO INQUIRIES OR APPLICATIONS MADE ON ADOPT-A-PET. YOU MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE - LINK BELOW**READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/APPLY HERE (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/---PLEASE REVIEW ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING US---All our dogs are microchipped, heartworm negative, and fully vaccinated. They also receive regular heartworm medication, flea and tick treatment, and deworming medication. Adopt with confidence, knowing your new companion is ready for a loving home!**I'M INTERESTED IN THIS DOG/CAT, WHAT DO I DO NEXT?**We're excited that you've found a dog or cat you're interested in! To help streamline the adoption process and ensure we have the necessary information about potential adopters, please follow these steps:1. Understand the Difference: Submitting an inquiry or application on Adopt-A-Pet is not the same as applying for the dog or cat. Inquiries provide us with minimal information about the potential adopter, making it challenging for us to evaluate suitability.2. Submit an Application: We kindly ask that you submit an adoption application on our website to be considered for adoption. Please choose the appropriate application link below based on whether you are interested in adopting a dog or cat:~ Apply here (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/~ Apply here (CAT): https://davincisdream.org/cat-adoption/3. Be Patient: Keep in mind that we are a volunteer-based organization, and we receive a high number of inquiries and applications. Due to these constraints, we may not be able to respond to every inquiry individually. However, submitting an application provides us with the necessary information to consider you as a potential adopter.**TRANSPORTS**We are based in Columbia, KY, and extend our services to other locations through our transport program. To ensure the safe and responsible transport of our animals, we currently only transport to these destinations: Greenwood, IN, Wilmington, OH, Washington, PA, and Lake City, FL.To be eligible for transport, dogs/cats must meet specific criteria:1. Approved Application: You will need to submit an adoption application for the animal and receive approval. Please also note that clicking the "I'm Interested" button on PetFinder is not an application. To start the adoption process, you need to fill out an application on our website.2. Deposit Paid: A deposit must be paid as part of the adoption process.3. Transport Contract Signed: The potential adopter must sign a transport contract, indicating their commitment to meet the dog on the designated date.The "Transport" label next to each animal's name signifies that this animal is available for transport, but please remember that this transport service is exclusively for dogs that meet the above criteria. This ensures the safety and well-being of the animals throughout the journey.For more information about our transport process, please visit our website here: https://davincisdream.org/transport/READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/**ADOPTION FEES**To view the adoption fees for our animals, please go to the "Dogs" or "Cats" tab and select "Available Dogs" or "Available Cats." Then, click on the profile of the animal you are interested in. The adoption fee for each animal is listed on their individual profile page.Please note that the adoption fees listed on our website are for in-state adoptions within Kentucky. Out-of-state adoptions will incur additional fees, which must be paid upfront as deposits.Additionally, the adoption fee listed on Petfinder includes the total fee, including transport. You may notice a lower fee on our website when viewing the animal's profile; this fee is for in-state adoptions only.For more information about our adoption fees, please visit: davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/.**FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) FOR OUR DOG LISTINGS**Before reaching out to us, please take a moment to review these frequently asked questions. We strive to provide you with all the information you need right here. Please understand that due to the high volume of inquiries, we may not be able to respond to questions covered in this FAQ section.1. Are your dogs potty trained?Unless the dog's bio specifically states that they are potty trained, you can assume they are not. Many of our rescue dogs come from challenging circumstances and may not have been exposed to housetraining. Housetraining is typically the responsibility of the adopter.2. Do you transport to other locations?Currently, we transport to Wilmington, Ohio, Greenwood, Indiana, Washington, PA, and Lake City, FL.3. Is this cat/dog still available?If the cat or dog is listed on Adopt-A-Pet and does not have an "adoption pending" tag on the website, we are still accepting applications. However, please be aware that we often receive multiple applications for each animal.4. How long does it take to hear back about my application?It can take up to 10 days to receive a response from us. If you do not hear back within this timeframe, please understand that we may have chosen not to move forward with your application. We are a volunteer-based organization and, while we read every application, we may not be able to respond to each one individually.Thank you for your interest in adopting one of our fur babies and for taking the time to review these FAQs. Your support and understanding of our processes are greatly appreciated as we work tirelessly to find loving homes for our rescue animals.

Teller is 55 lbs and approximately 3 years old. Teller was abandoned at a property when the property was sold. The new owner found them in a small pen and contacted SPCHS for help. Teller is afraid of cats, and is dog and people friendly. Crate trained. Likes to be near his human. Loves attention and is just trying to learn how to enjoy his life.

Sammy came to us after rescue by the local Sheriff's Department. Sammy was chained up 24/7 and the chain was so embedded in his neck it caused a very deep gash that took extensive surgery to correct. He was so starved he weighed less than half what he should weigh. The prior owners are in jail. Sammy has come a long way, but from the moment of rescue, has been the happiest of dogs. He's in a stage of arrested puppy time, making up for all those months/years chained without freedom to run. His wound has recovered and he is now neutered. He is still learning to EAT SLOWLY as he was so hungry that he wants to wolf down all food. We feed him in aKONG so he has to work to get it out. He needs a home with safety, and lots and lots of exercise. He is NOT cats tested and is quite strong so will need care. He will always need to be walke with a HARNESS in order to protect his neck. He is such fun though, any home will be fortunate to add him as a companion.

Shelby is ready to embark on a new chapter in her life with a forever family. At almost 6 years old and weighing around 80 lbs, Shelby is the perfect companion for those seeking a loyal and affectionate furry friend. She is house and crate trained, making her an ideal addition to any home. While Shelby is very easy to direct, a cat-free environment would be best suited for her. Having lacked attention in her previous life, she cherishes every moment of affection she receives. Although she tends to pull on a lead due to excitement, a harness helps manage her enthusiasm when going outside. Recently, Shelby has truly begun to embrace the joys of life. She gets along well with other dogs, enjoying their company during playful runs. As Shelby eagerly awaits her forever family, you can make her wait more enjoyable by donating a gift from her wishlist below. Your contribution will bring joy to Shelby's days as she patiently waits for her perfect home. Shelby is up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives, spayed and microchipped, and truly LOVES EVERYONE!