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My name is Sterling - PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Cared for by k9.5 Rescue
Adoption fee: $350

This helps k9.5 Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Weimaraner/Labrador Retriever
Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Age
7 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
72 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_98453561

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

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

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AGE: 7yrs

WEIGHT: 70



DOGS:  Selective - needs calm and slow introductions w/o dog in his face. Does have many canine friends.

DOG RESTRICTIONS:  No highly active dogs. Needs calm dogs that will respect his space due to blindness, and be willing to be patient w/him.



CATS:  Unknown but preferably NO due to not liking animals in his face or near his food.

CHILDREN: Fine

OTHER ANIMALS (birds, exotics, farm animals, etc):  unknown



FENCED YARD REQUIRED:  Yes



GOOD OFF LEASH:  No - ROAMER/RUNNER



GROOMING/SHEDDING NEEDS:  None 

MEDICAL ISSUES:  Blind - bilateral cataracts; Alopecia



MEDICATIONS: Melatonin for Alopecia



SPECIAL NEEDS: YES - Sterling is partially blind due to cataracts



ANXIETY:  Can show some anxiety in the transition to a new setting. Also has crate anxiety so cannot be left in one. Has developed some separation anxiety which could possibly go away in a home without dogs.

BARKING:  High when he wants something (e.g. to go potty)



EXPERIENCED OWNER NEEDED: Probably



CRATE TRAINED:  Yes but doesn't need



HOUSE TRAINED:  Yes



GOOD IN CAR:  Yes but will climb in front seat



FUN FACTS:  Sterling loves the sunshine and strolling around the yard, and he's a BIG fan of his toys. He is quite the gardener, too, if you count snoozing beside you while you do the work. ;0) Just watch out because he's a strawberry thief! He is extremely affectionate and kind, as well as a fantastic greeter. He can't see you with his eyes, but he still welcomes you with his heart and hands out kisses. He is a happy guy who loves to hang out with you. Just understand that he does require a fence and he does pull hard on a leash (very strong). He would do best as an only dog, or could have a very calm dog with an experienced owner. No active dogs for siblings, however, and no cats. Sterling is a lovely, lovely boy, full of fun antics, siliness, and charm. He loves toys and dancing around the house with them, carrying them in his mouth everywhere he goes. He'll even entertain you with a song and dance holding his toys! SO much character in this guy!  If you want a bright, big smiling, happy boy, Sterling is a wonderful choice.


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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_98453561
Contact
Phone
Address
Greenville, SC 29607
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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

The adoption procedure includes the following:

- completion of application
- vet reference
- a home visit
- signed contract upon approval of adoption

The adoption fee is $250. All veterinary work is completed and records are provided to the adopter. This includes spay/neuter, heartworm test/preventative, flea/tick preventative, deworming, vaccinations and any other surgeries or medical treatments necessary for the dog.

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All animals are in foster care, so please contact our rescue to set up an appointment to meet the animal you are interested in adopting.

More about this rescue

k9.5 Rescue is a small, no kill dog rescue located in Greenville, South Carolina that focuses on Great Pyrenees, extra large breeds, seniors and special needs dogs. We, as a rescue, love our work and place all efforts into providing a new, joyful, and healthy life for the animals. We strive to match them with the best possible forever home. We also provide a Sanctuary for those that are not adopted, typically do to age, illness or disability.

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