Elburn, IL - Hound (Unknown Type). Meet Cedrick a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Hound (Unknown Type)

Color

Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn

Age

Young

Size

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

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

–

My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My personality

My story

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

Meet Cedrick, or more affectionately known as “Rocco” by his foster family.
Rocco is a 38# black/tan/white mix, and is the epitome of a "Good boy"! He loves pets and belly rubs. He is gentle with the kids (ages 5 and 7) in his foster home. He has so much love to give! He has soulful and intelligent eyes, floppy ears, and the squishiest little face. Have you seen his little diamond eyebrows?!
Rocco really loves the company of people and other dogs. He will either sit close by and within view, or will spring into playtime when he sees an opportunity to engage.

Rocco can be headstrong or demonstrate “selective hearing,”. He loves being outdoors and does not always like coming into the house when playtime is over. Rocco isn’t a big fan of his crate, but will go in with some encouragement and yummy treats. When he’s first let out of his crate, he runs around with so much delight and pep that he can jump up and push over little ones, so caution should be taken by having adults lead the way.

Rocco sits nicely to have his paws wiped after going outside. He knows “sit,” “down,” “come,” and “leave it.” He is learning when treats are “all done” and he won’t get any more. Toys are new to him; it seems that he only had access to cardboard boxes and catalogs in the past, so he will happily help you shred your Amazon box for the recycling bin. Rocco loves balls and sticks the most, but is exploring his new bonafide toy variety! He is a rough chewer, and since he still has some adolescent tendencies, needs to be kept occupied with interesting toys and positive activities, or else he will get into things he shouldn’t. He will easily search out and remove squeakers from stuffed toys. Rocco would love puzzle toys, and would likely excel at agility or nose work to keep his mind and body active.

Rocco is very strong, and is evenly matched when he romps with his 70# foster sister. He plays nicely with his 9# foster sister, who lets him know if he gets too rough. Rocco is very intelligent and adventurous, and loves to run and occasionally parkour off of items in his foster family’s back yard. Rocco also loves water: he has taken a dip into the local stream, and enjoys getting baths.

Rocco is working on leash walking. He walks well at the heel about 50% of the time, but when he is distracted or sees an interesting critter (small animals), he will pull. He is very interested when the smaller resident pet birds flap and fly, but is listening well to “leave it” and is making great progress.

When he’s all worn out, he enjoys lounging on the couch and snuggling with his people and foster sisters. Rocco hasn’t had house accidents as long as he’s kept on a schedule and is walked/let out after meals and before bedtime.

Rocco loves snuggling at the foot of the bed or next to his foster family at night. He turns into the cutest circles to find his cozy spot near his person!

Rocco is finishing up his heartworm treatment and will soon be ready to be adopted into his forever family!

Our standard adoption fee is $375 cash or check and $385 credit card ($10 processing fee). . It includes spay/neuter when age appropriate at our participating vets, age appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative,1st vet visit at one of our participating vets, and micro-chipping.

We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family to approve an adoption. Applications will not be reviewed unless fully completed. An application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee adoption but does allow us to begin the review process.

Please email adopt@safehavendogsIL.org for an application or additional details.

Please note that the breeds and sizes posted in this biography are educated best guesses and are not guaranteed.

Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant (adopter) for any reason.