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My basic info
Breed
Redbone Coonhound
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
4 years 10 months old, Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
61 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Shots current
My story
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Meet Rufus
This handsome boy, Rufus, hasn’t been given much of a chance in his life. Rufus was selected for a grandchild when his puppy died. When Rufus outgrew his cute puppy stage, he was deemed too big for the child. He was relegated to live outside on a tether and left to his own devices for most of his life. He came to us on August 22, 2020. We’re so glad to have him.
Rufus is a beautiful redbone Coonhound mix. He’s a little over a year old and weighs just over 60 pounds. He’s long and lanky. His coat is a gorgeous red. He has a beautiful face, with deep penetrating eyes and big floppy ears. He loves having the freedom to run and explore the yard unrestrained by a tether. Rufus moves with elegance and grace. Seeing him in the yard, he seems unbothered by the other dogs. He doesn’t bark or show a lot of interest. He’s easy-going and calm.
In the short amount of time he’s been with us, he is learning to welcome the kindness and attention being shown to him. He’s a cautious dog. He hangs his head when first approached, but when he knows you mean him no harm and aren’t going to yell at him, he responds to the attention with tail wags. We can see that he’s super sweet, friendly and curious and we’re working to build his confidence. Rufus has hardly ever, maybe never, lived in a house and has not been well socialized to those most basic of things. He’ll need to learn how to walk on a leash, live in a house, and ride in a car. But he’s smart and he wants to please. We think he’ll learn fast. As we search for his forever loving home, these are the things we’ll work with him on to help give him a head start for his new family when they find him.
Rufus has good energy and will make for a wonderful hiking or maybe a running companion. Rufus is still so very young and he has soooooo much potential. He’s incredible and just deserves to have a family or person love him and give him the love and security he needs to thrive. He’s going to make for a wonderful companion and be so much fun for his person. If you’re looking for your best boy, Rufus may be the doggo for you.
Call 706-865-4135 for information on additional health services provided as part of the adoption fee. If interested in one of our puppies or dogs, please submit an application online or at the shelter. Applications can be submitted online at: https://www.charlessmithgallhumanesociety.org/page/dog-adoption-application
Once an application is submitted online, you will receive an email saying your application has been successfully submitted. If you don’t receive this email within 24 hours, please check to make sure all application fields were completed or please call our shelter at 706-865-4135. All adopters must complete an approval process which involves a reference check with current/recent vet and a brief home visit if located in the immediate area. We do permit out of state adoptions. Adopters MUST come to the shelter to transport their new family member home. We do not ship nor do we transport them to their new homes. Adoption policies and application procedures are detailed at the shelter website: http://smithgallhumanesociety.org/ under tab All Adoptable Animals.
Charles Smithgall Humane Society (CSHS) is a No kill shelter. Animals in our care remain safe with us until adopted. Resident animals are primarily owner relinquished and also accepted from local Animal Control. The facility usually is operating at capacity with a list of animals waiting for space to open.
Adoptions and meet and greets are being scheduled by appointment only. Please call our office, email us or complete an application and someone will be in touch just as soon as they can.
