My name is Marissa!

Posted 2 days ago | Updated 17 hours ago

Cared for by Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County

Adoption process

Submit Application

Interview

Meet the Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

Pay Fee

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $400

This helps Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County with pet care costs.

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

German Shepherd Dog

Color

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Age

9 months old, Puppy

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

43 lb (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

ps_2190417-59263

My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

Introducing Marissa!

Marissa is an 8-month-old female, medium-sized golden Shepard mixed breed with short/medium hair. 45lbs. Marissa is simply the best. A real dream dog for almost anyone.

Marissa would be the perfect dog for a family who has children that they want to raise alongside a canine best bud or anyone who wants a best friend and ultimate companion (and likes dog kisses).

Marissa is sweeter than pie, gentle, loving and affectionate, silly and jolly, playful and always has a big smile and kisses for you. She does great in public spaces - parks, restaurants and breweries.

Marissa can hang on her own but definitely prefers company with her human or other dogs. She is a big fan of playtime. She is by no means high energy, but has enough energy to go on a hike if that is what her family is doing!

Marissa walks great on a leash and listens to her handlers incredibly well. She is naturally an obedient dog. She’s also fantastic with her inside the home manners.

Spayed. Microchipped. UTD vaccines. Leash, kennel and potty trained. Marissa is still a puppy so a training class is required. If you’re interested in meeting Marissa, please fill out a statement if interest for her at: https://alternativehumanesociety.com/statement-of-interest/.

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Rescue

Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County

Contact info

Pet ID

ps_2190417-59263

Contact

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Phone

(360) 671-7445

alternativehumanesociety@gmail.com

Website

https://www.alternative-humane-society.com

Address

PO Box 2321, Bellingham, WA 98227

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

We will only be calling applications that are a possible match for the dog or cat.

2.
Interview

The case manager of that dog or cat will contact you by phone or email to set up a meet and greet,if you are a possible match for them.

3.
Meet the Pet

If they think you are a good match, we may set up a home visit or the case manager will request pictures of your home.

4.
Sign Adoption Contract

5.
Pay Fee

6.
Take the Pet Home

All pets have a 10 day adjustment period for a home visit.

Additional adoption info

AHS does not do same-day adoptions. We provide a form called a “Statement of Interest” for potential adopters to fill out. When completed, this form is reviewed by an AHS volunteer (the animal’s Case Manager) who will contact the potential adopter with any additional questions and arrange a meeting if it looks like a good match. those who look like a good match.
Adoption fees for DOGS are:
Puppies (up to age 18 months): $400(plus $170 spay/neuter deposit)
Adult (18 months - 8 years old): $325
Seniors (8 years and up): $200
(There is an additional $170 spay/neuter deposit for Adults/Seniors not already neutered/spayed.)
Adoption fees for CATS are:
Kittens up to 6 months.-$200
Young adult cats 7 months -3 years $175
Adults cats - 4-7 years -$150
Seniors cats-8 and up. $100
Fee includes basic shots, spay or neuter, and microchip
All cats are FIV/FELV tested

Adoption application

https://alternativehumanesociety.com/statement-of-interest/

Go meet their pets

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More about this rescue

The Alternative Humane Society is an all-volunteer, nonprofit animal welfare organization serving Whatcom County, WA. AHS has been helping animals and educating the public since 1977.

We have no shelter, office, or paid staff. Our programs include Canine and Feline Foster & Adoption, Spay & Neuter Assistance, and Community Cats Information and Referral.

Mission Statement: The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to improving the lives of dogs and cats and helping them find and stay in permanent loving homes.

Our goals are:
• To make Whatcom County a community where no healthy animals are euthanized
• To prevent unwanted dog and cat births through spay and neuter assistance
• To cultivate respect and awareness for the needs of animals through education
• To advocate for the humane treatment of dogs and cats in all areas of life