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Pomeranian / Chihuahua / Mixed (medium coat) : : Male (neutered) : : Adult : : Small
About ALFIE | |
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Be sure to read ALL information provided.
A PET IS FOR LIFE -
THINK ABOUT THE INVESTMENT!
ALFIE is neutered rabies, core vaccines, heartworm/tick disease tested. He is de-wormed, monthly preventatives and microchipped. At the time of rescue in the middle of June 2021, he weighed around 7.2 pounds and has an estimated date of birth 18 June 2016
. We cannot say for sure what breed he is, so we expect families to do their own research on his look and size and decide what breed you think he is and if you have the lifestyle suitable for his needs.
ALFIE has been at the rescue a short time and is living in a sectioned area of the house as the other dogs and pups are just too over-whelming for him. He is a very sweet boy, very affectionate once you have him in your arms, he appears very nervous initially as if he is expecting something bad to happen.
We are looking for an active family who is familiar with the small-breed pom/chi type mix and who is dedicated to giving this wonderful boy his forever home.
ALFIE is deserving of a perfect family that will love him
and give him
all the
he needs, lots of adventures, road trips, socialization to different people, places and lots of cuddles on your lap. Most importantly a family committed to training him
, keeping him
happy, healthy and active.
ALFIE doesn't appear to be house-trained, but since he is in a contained area, it is hard to know if he would be different having full run of a house. He does use pee pads that are in the area for him. So, we do want families to understand that he could / most likely is not house-trained.
You MUST understand that dogs need time to decompress and adapt to their new environment and home. It is a HUGE transition they make from the kill shelter, being vetted, on transport for 3 days and arriving in Maine where the temperature and such is very different to what they have only known. In rescue there is what is known as the "3 Point Rule" Days 1-3 your dog is stressed, anxious, confused as to where they are now. Weeks 1-3 your dog is adjusting, settling in, learning things. At the 3 month point, your dog understands they are home, and have built up a trusting relationship where they feel loved and secure.
All dogs are fed Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Natural Dry Dog Food, Grain Free Western Grasslands Recipe with Bison. Rachael Ray Nutrish Peak Dog Food receives the Dog Food Advisor’s second-highest tier rating of 4.5 stars.
ALL dogs are available for adoption for an adoption fee of $550
This fee is not negotiable and is used to cover the rescue costs of pulling, vetting, health certificate, transport from Texas, or other locations, countries to Maine, monthly preventatives, supplements, food, general day to day cost of running a brick and mortar rescue and anything else that is needed. Canadian adopters need to know that customs charge 15% taxes when entering into Canada.
Due to borders being closed, it is up to families to call the US and Canadian borders to find the current details on border crossing. Animal Welfare is deemed essential in the US, but quarantine rules entering back into Canada must be followed.
If you feel that you have the heart and home to give this precious soul a wonderful life, please go to our website, under the ADOPTION INFO tab, complete, then submit the APPLICATION. Our process takes around 1-2 days, and ensuring your references are aware that we will be calling, could speed up the process. Once you have been approved, we discuss any questions in regards to the dog you are wanting to adopt, then you complete and submit the contract, make payment and then we can work out the pick up / transport arrangements.
Please do NOT submit an application if you are not looking to take home a new best friend within the next few weeks.
ALL Dogs are LOCATED AT THE RESCUE IN SEBEC, MAINE. We post in various states along the east coast and Canada where we have had lots of successful adoptions to enable more exposure for these beautiful saved souls. Families will need to be prepared to travel to the rescue to meet and take home their new best friend. Sebec is located just outside the towns of Dover-Foxcroft and Milo (approx 8 miles) and approx 45 miles from Bangor. There are also lots of hotels, motels, pet friendly accommodations and wonderful camp-sites for the more adventurous families and what a great way to get to know your new best friend.
More about ALFIE
Good with Dogs, Somewhat vocal, Does Good in the Car, Requires a yard, Leashtrained, Likes to be in your lap, Apartment OK, Timid, Affectionate, Even-tempered, Gentle
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