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My name is Jake!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by PAWS NEW ENGLAND
Adoption fee: $250

This helps PAWS NEW ENGLAND with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Golden Retriever/Labrador Retriever
Color
Age
5 years 7 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
55 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
2024206

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Meet Jake, the resilient and loving blonde boy with a heart of gold. Jake's journey began on the streets of a small rural town in Mississippi, where he earned the endearing nickname "The Sonic Dog" for his daily visits to the local fast food joint, spreading joy and receiving treats from the staff and patrons alike.

However, Jake's life took a turn when he was discovered walking with a limp and suffering from paraphimosis, a condition where his penis wouldn't retract. A compassionate foster immediately took him in, recognizing his need for urgent medical attention. It was then revealed that Jake had been a victim of violence, having been shot and left with a bullet lodged near his spine, causing nerve damage and urinary/bowel control issues.

Thanks to dedicated care and treatment, Jake's health improved, and he found solace in the loving embrace of his foster home. Though he requires assistance with bladder expression every about 4 hours (he is ok overnight), it's a simple procedure (you just press on his belly) that doesn't hinder his zest for life. His bowel control issues are also manageable -- He goes around the same time every day.

Despite his past hardships, Jake's spirit remains unbroken. He exudes boundless affection for everyone he meets and cherishes simple pleasures like walks on a leash, basking in the sun, and snuggling with his foster mom on the couch. He is living with and does fantastic with children.

While Jake gets along well with female dogs, he may be selective around males due to past experiences. He also values his space during mealtime, likely a remnant of his survival instincts from his time on the streets. He needs to be fed away from other pets and children.

Jake's resilient spirit and unwavering love make him an ideal companion for a forever family ready to embrace him with open arms. He's eager to embark on the next chapter of his life, bringing joy and companionship wherever he goes.

Name: Jake
Breed: Golden Retriever / Lab Mix
Sex: Male
Age: 5 years (estimated)
Weight: 55 lbs
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Negative on recent testing
Microchipped: Yes

BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:
Good with Children: Yes
Good with Dogs: Prefers female dogs
Good with Cats: No

Adoption Fee: $250.00 (includes transport fee when applicable)

Location of dog currently:  Mississippi

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - 

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.  

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.

Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
2024206
Contact
Phone
Address
Barrington, RI 02806

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Donation: $450.00 (includes $140.00 transport fee paid directly to USDA approved transport company)

Interested in adopting this wonderful dog? Please visit our website and complete an online adoption application.
http://www.pawsnewengland.com/adoption-form/

The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)

Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.

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All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.

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More about this rescue

PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.

Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.

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