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My name is Sally - In Foster!

Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Sign Adoption Contract

4

Pay Fee

5

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $550

This helps Dakin Humane Society with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
White/Black
Age
4 years 6 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
69160

My story

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

**Because of Sally's behavior issues, she is not a first come, first serve adoption. Interested parties will need to speak with our behavior coordinator to discuss the match.**

Meet Sally, a beautiful 4-year-old Australian Shepherd who's been through a lot but is finally ready for a new beginning. When she first came to us, Sally was emaciated and in poor condition, the result of a lack of proper care. With time, patience, and the love of our dedicated staff and foster families, she's blossomed into a healthy, spirited dog, though she still takes her time trusting new faces.

Sally can be nervous when meeting new people and animals, so she'll need a gentle, slow introduction to both. Once she feels safe, she warms up and shows off her sweet, affectionate nature.

Sally would thrive in a quiet home with low foot traffic, where she can feel secure. She does well with calm, respectful dogs after a careful introduction, though her history with cats is unknown. If there are kids in the home, we recommend they be gentle and patient, as Sally's confidence grows best in calm, supportive settings.

If you're ready to help Sally feel safe and loved, reach out to learn more about this special adoption process. Sally's journey deserves a happy ending, and she just might be waiting for you.

If you're ready to adopt within the next 24-48 hours and want to learn more about, meet, or adopt this pet, you can start the process in one of two ways:

Come in during open adoption hours Tuesday - Saturday 12:30p-3:00p. For in-shelter pets (not in foster care) coming in ASAP is the fastest way to adopt! **OR**
Click on the pink "Adopt me" button to submit an adoption inquiry. Watch your email for a response from us! Adopting through this process will take several days and highly desirable pets are likely to no longer be available.

PLEASE NOTE: Adoption inquiries are not holds or reservations. Pets are adopted by the first person we talk with who is a good match for the pet's needs. Multiple inquiries are accepted for each pet.

All adult dog adoption fees include;
-spay/neuter
-rabies and kennel cough vaccinations
-current parvo/distemper vaccines (may need additional boosters with your veterinarian)
-microchip implanted & registered to adopter
-treatment of fleas & ticks
-veterinary exam and health certificate at Dakin
-free vet exam within 30 days of adoption with participating veterinarians
Most pets have also received other medical care while with us. Your veterinarian may recommend additional health care for your pet.
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
69160
Contact
visit us Tues-Sat 12:30-3
Email
Address
171 Union St, Springfield, MA 01105

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Either visit in person, or apply on our website!

2.

Meet the Pet

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

4.

Pay Fee

5.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

The fastest way to adopt is to visit us Tuesday-Saturday from 12:30-3!
You can also call us at 413-781-4000 x 1 and leave a message. Due to high call volume, it may take 48 hours to return your call.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Meet our pets at 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA. We're open 12:30-3 Tuesday-Saturday, no appointment needed!

If the pet you are interested in is listed as being in foster care, they are not available to visit at the shelter; call us at 413-781-4000. Due to high call volume, it may take up to 48 hours to receive a return call.

More about this shelter

Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year.

Other pets at this shelter