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My name is
Sam Sam - VA4068!

Posted over 10 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption fee: $340

This helps Boston Terrier Rescue of East Tennessee with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Boston Terrier
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
5 years 10 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
24 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_70080371

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Sam Sam, a super smart splash Boston Terrier. Sam is mostly blind but has crazy good hearing and gets around on his own very well. He adapts quickly to new surroundings. He is a very affectionate boy and loves to give his people kisses. Sam gets along with other dogs, but wouldn't mind being an only dog. He would enjoy a home with a fenced in yard so he can roam (with supervision).

He loves chewing bones, playing tug-of-war, and snuggling up next to his humans, especially with his head under a blanket. Sam gets uncomfortable and can be reactive when putting on his collar (harness preferred) or going to the vet, but a little prep (e.g., trazadone & gabapentin 2 hrs before) can help calm him. He's quite the character overall. If you let him sleep in the bed, you may wake up to find him flat on his back with all 4 legs in the air. This boy sure knows how to make himself comfortable. 




The Basics
Age: 5 years
Weight: 24 lbs
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Vaccines Up-to-Date: Yes
On Heartworm Prevention: Yes
On Flea/Tick Prevention: Yes
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Leash Skills: None
Medical: Sam is mostly blind due to cataracts and previous corneal ulcers that left him with scarring, per his vet. He’s able to sense some shadow movements on his right side, but not in the dark. We did consult with a vet opthomologist - he's not a candidate for cataract surgery in his left eye, and even with surgery in his right eye, his vision would still be limited to far-sighted.




Likes/Dislikes
Toys:
Likes buffalo horns, squeaky toys (with supervision), and playing tug of war.
Other Animals: Gets along with dogs and cats.
People/Kids: Loves adults. Not tested with children. Must have an adult-only home.
Car Rides: Tolerates short car rides
Separation: He does not like to be left alone and will let you know vocally as you leave the house. He's left out in his foster home and is not destructive. He settles down eventually and is usually sleeping when you come back home. 




Contact/Application Info
Questions?
Contact his foster Amber at amber@bostonterriertn.org 
Current location: Near Abingdon, VA
Adoption Fee: $340
Ready to Apply to Adopt? Visit www.bostonterriertn.org!


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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_70080371
Contact
Phone
Address
Maryville, TN 37803
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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

The adoption fee is generally based on the dog's age and provides for neutering or spaying, all required shots, heartworm testing (we endorse "the new moxie-doxy" treatment for heart worms).

It is our expectation & a requirement that heartworm preventative be continued as well as any required vet visits after the pet is adopted.

If for some reason a match isn't made the first time around and you are approved, we will keep your application on file for the next opportunity to arise. Our primary goal is to place a dog in the most suitable environment, based on the animal's individual needs and its temperament. The commitment is lifelong and the Boston's interests are always foremost.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

All breeds have their own particular needs and rescued pets often have special requirements as well, very often in want of medical care, often lacking nourishment and kindness, and often expensive to rehabilitate.

Because we have had Boston Terriers for many years, we are very familiar with their habits, peculiarities and their special needs.

We operate across the southeast under the auspices of the Boston Terrier Rescue Network. We share information and resources in all of the USA with affiliated Boston Rescues.

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