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What a sweet little boy! Hopscotch is really coming into his own these days! Before entering our program, he lived in one home and didn't go out to see the world, so he's a little shy and timid with new people and places. However, since coming to HEART, Hopscotch has been meeting new people and has just started going on short adventures!
This little guy will need to continue exploring our world, going on walks, hiking our trails and making weekly road trips with his new people! He has a little catching up to do, still needs to learn his basic commands, and is doing well learning his basic manners!
Hopscotch was born with a deformed front foot. He doesn't know it's deformed and runs and plays just fine with the odd foot. He doesn't require any surgery for the foot and there is no special care needed, other than to check it periodically to make sure he hasn't gotten any cuts on the pad. It's a non-issue for Hopscotch, but is a bit of a conversation starter for his foster!
With his little odd foot, and because he has such a great personality, we think Hopscotch would make a nice therapy dog! Therapy dogs are trained and, usually, registered with a group that works with hospitals and nursing homes to make visits to provide comfort to those who have to stay for any length of time. He's a good size for the work and, with proper training, may thrive with the work and attention!
Good w/ Other Dogs- Yes
Good w/ Cats- Yes
Energy Level- Low to moderate
Children- 12 years and older
Grooming Needs- High
Walks on Leash- Yes
Special Needs- No- foot does not cause challenges
Knows basic commands- Learning and adopter must continue the work
Experienced Home- Preferred
Good First Time Dog- Possibly
Rides well in car- Yes
Crate Trained- Yes
Low Allergen- Yes
Good apartment dog- No
Fenced Yard- Required
Adoptive homes within 1 hour of Raleigh, NC area only.
If you are interested in adopting this pet, please copy and paste this link to our adoption survey into your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczh9StAiRY4XnFt79xI3aCGpyhMh0Kg5UzQo0a3CyVWhP9Fw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Meetings with our pets are currently made only with an approved adoption form.
All HEART dogs have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated for rabies, bordatella, distemper, parvo, adenovirus, and hepatitis. All are tested for heartworms and, if they test positive, have either been treated or provided alternative slow-kill treatment. Dogs are provided monthly heartworm and flea prevention. Dogs are also provided additional medical care, as needed. This care may include amputations, wound repair, treatment for skin disorders, dental care, treatment for infection and other medical needs
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