Gender: Male
Age: 6 months
Weight: 30 to 35 pounds
Location: West Monroe, LA
Breed: Labrador Retriever mix
Adoption Fee: $450 (transport and vaccinations for a year)
For more information about this dog, contact: RescueDogVillage@yahoo.com
If this dog has stolen your heart, don't wait!
Please apply online now to be considered as a potential adopter.
ADOPTED 01-17-2013
When Ray started out his life, he had no idea how much danger he was in. Small pups left out in the open are often victims of larger animals; it is like ringing the dinner bell for wild life. All he knew was that he and his siblings, 2 sisters and 1 brother, were together. Whoever left them at a church where they were found, thought they were doing a good thing for the pups but there was a 50/50 chance that their story could have been much different.
The rescue angel that found them and could not walk away, has given them a magnificent gift; whatever home Ray and his siblings live out their lives in, their owners will appreciate that special angel for the many happy hours of companionship. Boo Ray’s foster describes him as a very sweet and quiet boy who loves to cuddle. Already he is showing us how very fantastic he is because he is good in his crate and excellent in the car. If you like taking your dog with you to the store or just have a buddy to ride with you, Ray has already had a good start.
As he grows during the first year, he will require extra exercise every day in order to stay both physically and mentally healthy. A bored pup will often try to make its own fun, which might result in behaviors that are unacceptable to you. We recommend two walks of 30 minutes-or longer-and two short walks of about 10-15 minutes to avoid accidents. It is important that you understand the need for a schedule play time in the yard every day to satisfy your energetic pup's need to play. To help his need to chew, provide bones, chews and toys so he doesn't get bored.
Boo Ray is the kind of dog that is a loyal companion, he is affectionate and social. He loves to be around humans and he is eager to be part of family activities. He is patient with children, friendly with strangers, and accepting of other dogs and pets. He is eager to please and offers a cheerful outlook and friendly nature. He has an average life of 10 to 16 years.
Ray will not be available till October 20th; he needs to still have all his puppy vaccinations. In addition to his medical needs, we recognize that it is very important for a dog that lives with its littermates and has constant positive interactions with people and other animals during the first 3 to 4 months of life will be more stable than a dog plucked from its family and isolated in a cage for weeks. Being raised properly contributes to a dog's confidence, sociability, and stability of mood. It also positively effects its intellectual development. The bottom line is that a pup raised in a warm, loving family environment is likely to be more tolerant and accepting, and a better problem solver.
Boo Ray is a perfect companion and he needs a unique family that will treat him with the love that he deserves. Not many dogs like Boo Ray come along; he is one of those special dogs that connect with all who meet him. We are committed to make sure that Boo Ray is adopted by a special family that will ensure his happiness.
To see more photos of this dog and all our adoptable dogs, please check out our website at Rescue Dog Village.
Disclaimer: Please note that the breeds posted on our dogs' biographies are our best guess based on years of working with rescue dogs. Adopters who need to know the exact breed or mix of breeds of a particular dog must have the dog's DNA tested at their own expense.
OUR DOGS ARE MICRO-CHIPPED AND
READY TO BE PART OF YOUR FAMILY TODAY!
About Our Rescue
These dogs deserve all of our attention, and in Rescue Dog Village, we are committed to our adopters and our dogs equally. We offer full disclosure and hope to make the best matches possible. Please know our adoption fees never cover our expenses. We rely on the generosity of our adopters and supporters to help us help the dogs.
Our rescue is ONLY in the business of offering FULL DISCLOSURE to adopters, and expects and hopes to engage your questions and concerns fully. We owe it to the dogs we rescue and all the wonderful families/adopters who might consider welcoming our charges into their hearts and home. Our dogs are waiting for that ideal forever home where they will be cherished as deserving family members. It's sad these second chances are even necessary for these dogs, but we are committed to them and will devote the time and energy to their rehoming, and not just MOVE them to save more dogs. We diligently and responsibly seek good matches as we don't want to re-home the dog again. These animals have already endured more than they should have, and through no fault of their own. It behooves us to be honest and forthright, and we appreciate the same in return from applicants. It's that winning combination of reciprocal trust and respect that allows for successful placements to be made. Happy adopters translate to happy dogs, and that's our goal!
Our rescue volunteers will be more than honored to be in touch with you directly and promptly, after receiving your application and conducting a mandatory a veterinarian check. If you have never owned a dog before, please submit your application regardless, and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible. TAKE NOTE YOU SHOULD CHECK YOUR SPAM AS SOME RESPONSES FROM US WIND UP THERE WE'VE DISCOVERED. Also, take care to contact your veterinarian to let them know a member of rescue will be inquiring about your pet history!
Thank you for respecting that we all donate our time to saving these animals, and understand we value your philanthropic and compassionate desire to help be part of the rescue team. That said, you'll understand why we are committed to the well-being of our charges and consider this veterinarian check mandatory. If you are a first-time dog owner, we will work with you every step of the way! ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION ARE AS MUCH A PART OF RESPONSIBLE RESCUE AS ADOPTION! And it takes a RESCUE VILLAGE to help the most dogs possible in a thorough manner to ensure success on all fronts, and then some! It is an awful feeling to fail a dog, and we can't continue rescue if we don't do everything we can to ensure good matches for the dogs and tender families who might adopt them. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.
Although we are an extremely small rescue group, we understand and respect your family's eagerness to be in touch and learn as much as you can about the dogs you are considering adopting. Our very experienced and devoted trainer will be happy to share all aspects of OUR RESCUE DOGS to determine compatibility once you've submitted your application, and another of our volunteers will explain the whole process of our rescue and answer any questions you might have as well
If you have the time and love to offer this extremely bright dog who can make you laugh for hours at his antics,
PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A RESCUE DOG VILLAGE DOG AND GIVE ONE A HOME. Our dogs deserve all that a committed family can offer. Make no mistake about it, this is one spectacular dog!
Please contact
RescueDogVillage@yahoo.com and we will be happy to return your correspondence, but please submit the application now so we can have that information as a starting base for our dialogue.
THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING RESCUE AS A MEANS OF WELCOMING YOUR NEXT FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND INTO YOUR LIFE!
ALL interested adopters MUST complete an application; agree to a vet reference check, phone interview and home visit. ALL family members MUST be in attendance for home visits - no exceptions. This helps us get to know everyone in the family so that we can help find the right dog for you.
