English Setter puppies and dogs in Hellertown, Pennsylvania

Socialization: She is a very loving dog however all of her introductions with people or other animals be done slowly. Training: She knows here, sit, shake , some whoa training and has some e-collar recall and has been shot over She is “house broken “ if she is walked frequently enough. We are still working on housetraining to be 100% reliable Crate trained: Yes she has spent time even over nite in a crate but would prefer to sleep at your bedside or at least in a larger confined area near you Leash trained: Yes she will walk nicely on a leash but is highly prey motivated and will react when she sees anything from a bug to a deer ! Activity level/requirements: Very high energy and would benefit greatly from another young canine companion who loves to wrestle as much as she does Fence requirements: She would need a min 5’ high fence. She is a very high energy dog needing an outlet for all energy that a fenced area would provide Personality: She is loving and wants to be where u are But has learned some bad habits such as counter surfing and even though she is three still may do some destructive chewing so at first she should not be left alone Health history: UTD on vaccinations, is spayed/neutered, microchipped, & on monthly heartworm preventative.  Foster comments: Wants to please and is able to learn new tasks quickly and once she has had a chance to burn off some of that endless energy will gladly lay at your feet or if u allow by your side Foster Location: Alpharetta, GA Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance between adopters & foster home. If interstate transport is provided for your adopted dog, there will be an additional charge of $75.00 for the required Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI).  Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000-mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000-mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far Western states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions. ##2717005##

Maverick is an 8-year-old male English Setter currently in long-term boarding in Plymouth, IN. He needs an experienced foster, or foster to adopt home. He was an urgent owner surrender when the owners moved in early January.  He would do best with a  calmer/indifferent dog (preferrably female), but can be dog selective otherwise. He lived with older teenagers but no young kids.  He ignores the cats at the kennel.  He is house and crate trained, but does pull on a leash.  Before rescue he was left alone 17 hours or more while the owner was working, He does have a higher prey drive for squirrels and birds, so would do best with a fenced yard. He does not like being corrected/pressured by humans in certain situations & will growl if in any stare down/confrontation. For everyone’s safety, he should be muzzled while at the vet or when being handled closely (which he manages well). Otherwise he really is a happy, friendly guy.  He rides well in the car. He will need a quieter experienced foster home, someone who is going to give him time to decompress and get familiar with them, the new environment, new routines, etc. & that has time to work with him, since his past life left him neglected & undersocialized.  The rescue will assist with any recommended behavioral training/interventions. Please let us know if you can help Maverick to a better life. To discuss specifics about Maverick, please contact fosterplacement@esrescue.org See videos below as he's learning to greet other dogs & learning that loving is a good thing.  Medical: He is up to date on all vaccinations, is neutered, & on monthly heartworm preventative.  He has some seasonal allergies that are managed with Cytopoint injections & medicated baths, as needed. Grain free food also helps keep his skin issues in check. Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance, to within 2 hours of your home. ##2620040##

Socialization: Ike is confident, curious, and wonderfully social. He isn’t shy or fearful, and he readily engages with people. He’s affectionate, cuddly, and loving, with a sweet personality that makes him hard to resist. Ike has briefly met a cat and showed no concerns (ignored). No exposure to children aside from some greets on walks. He is very respectful and playful with his foster sister, showing that he understands how to have fun while still being a good companion. Ike took to his foster sister's redirection like a star student. This bright boy has keen instincts, a curious mind, and a playful spirit. He’s eager to learn, loves being close to his people, and has all the makings of an amazing lifelong companion. At 15 weeks, Ike is still a puppy with plenty to learn, but he’s off to a fantastic start. Training: He already knows sit, no, wait, YES! and good walking, and he is learning to walk nicely on leash. His leash skills are coming along beautifully with practice. Potty training is also progressing, with Ike currently showing almost 90% accuracy—pretty impressive for such a young pup! Ike has a puppy exploring mouth that can be a thief so continued redirections and supervision are mandatory. He easily is redirected with toys. We find use of a no slip in the house helps keep his with safe choices. Crate trained: Ike sleeps and naps in the crate. Nighttime in the crate has been exceptional for his age. He is easily soothed with the use of a clock/mom heartbeat playing (through spotify app). Ike has gone 7 hours in the crate, then out for a quick potty and water break, then back in for the remainder of the night.Crate use during the day for nap time is also great. No concerns with crate training to date. He is being exposed to the crate for when the humans need to leave for short stints and there were no concerns with safety as Ike settled nicely. Leash trained: Ike is a bright, curious English Setter/Lab mix puppy who is learning the art of walking with his martingale collar and hunter’s loop lead. He’s doing wonderfully for such a young pup! When startled by a loud truck or sudden dog bark, Ike will often sit and take a moment to process what he heard—a sweet sign that he is learning to look to his humans for guidance. Ike has not shown any aggressive lunging or growling at other dogs as they pass by. Like any curious puppy, his nose frequently leads the way as he explores, but he responds well to firm redirection and Ike uses great visual and auditory check-ins. He walks respectfully with the guidance of his foster sister. Ike has shown a "point" on several occasions especially to birds and squirrels. Ike wants to greet all human and canines approaching but is redirected as needed for safety without much fuss. And, of course, sometimes those little puppy legs simply run out of steam and Ike needs to be carried for a bit! He absolutely loves his walks and all the sniffing, exploring, and new experiences they provide. These daily adventures are helping shape his growing mind, build confidence, practice good walking skills, and give his busy puppy brain the healthy stimulation it needs—while also helping tire out that growing body. Ike will benefit from puppy classes for continued leash and behavioral training. Activity level/requirements: Ike is a young puppy with curiosity and energy. He settles nicely and sleeps very well in the crate for nap time and nighttime, but he is given several walks, many outdoor play sessions and toy play time inside. He also enjoys lick pad stimulation, cause and effect toys and fetch. Ike uses dog beds in various rooms with available toys to help stimulate. He does settle nicely near his humans and foster sister. Fence requirements: A fence is required Personality: Ike truly lives up to his name—he brings laughter wherever he goes! This English Setter mix puppy is everything you could hope for in a young dog: bright, playful, curious, affectionate, and full of personality. Ike is not shy or timid and confidently explores his world with the happy curiosity of a puppy. He is remarkably intelligent and has already shown impressive instincts and problem-solving skills. After watching his foster sister, Ike quickly figured out how to open a door with his paw, learned to sit patiently in front of the door where the food is kept, mastered the beginnings of fetch, and happily sits safely and politely when treats are involved. He loves being part of the action and enjoys learning from both his people and his canine foster sister. With a few appropriate canine corrections, Ike has learned to respect his foster sister’s space and continues to develop wonderful doggy manners. At home, he is playful and affectionate, with plenty of goofy puppy moments that keep everyone smiling. Ike has zoomies and more mouthy behaviors prior to meal time and when getting "baby cranky" prior to sleep time. He is not a fearful puppy, although he does experience some perfectly normal puppy startle moments—such as when a huge truck rumbles by or a new dog barks from a distance on a walk. He is learning to pause, process, and check in rather than becoming overwhelmed. Ike is a wonderful blend of Setter curiosity and Lab intelligence and enthusiasm, and his favorite things are exploring, learning, playing, being with his people and foster sister, and finding new ways to make everyone laugh. Health history: UTD on vaccinations, microchipped, & on monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventative. Not neutered at this time (due to age) Foster comments: Ike is a gorgeous English setter mix, most likely with a good dose of Lab, and he is one very special guy. He has one unique paw sprinkled with classic Setter spots, with more "white kisses" beginning to appear across his coat. His adorable little feathered "pants" are also starting to show, giving him that unmistakable Setter charm. Ike is a bright, curious young pup who brings plenty of chuckles to his foster home with his antics and playful mischief. He has been wonderfully respectful with his foster sister (Gertrude is an Above and Beyond Alum who is Deaf) and is learning all the important puppy traditions-yard play, zoomies, fetch, toy time, cause and effect toys, lick pads, mealtime and leash walking. His crate training and leash walking skills are exceptional for his age with daily improvements being seen. One of Ike's most promising qualities is the way he naturally checks in with his humans using both is eyes and ears when needed for obedience. These skills give him a wonderful prognosis for continued training success. Add in those impossibly soft ears, a growing puppy belly, that quirky spotted paw and amazing breeds mixed in, Ike is living up to his name's sake, I bring laughter. Foster Location: Westfield, MA Volunteer transport can be arranged in the Continental US within a 1,000-mile distance between adopters & foster home. If interstate transport is provided for your adopted dog, there will be an additional charge of $75.00 for the required Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI).  Typically, we are able to transport your adopted dog to within 2 hours of your home. *Dogs can be adopted outside the 1000-mile transport distance; however, adopters must be willing to either fly their adopted dog, drive to a location within the 1000-mile transport range, or make independent transport arrangements for their adopted dog. Transports to far Western states, from Eastern states, may have additional restrictions. ##2800131##

Bella is an amazing, loving dog. She loves being outside soaking up the sun. She loves to run and play fetch. I’ve had her for about a year but unfortunately with my busy schedule I have not been able to provide her with the attention she requires. She would do best with a yard.