Bloodhound puppies and dogs in Bellingham, Washington

Star is the perfect addition to someone who wants the companionship of a dog without the addition of a big change to your day to day life. She isn’t going to disturb the peace, take your favorite spot on the couch, or insist that you become an avid runner so she can tag along. Star will quietly scooch in next to you, be happy to join you on walks around the neighborhood, and be a great playmate to your current dog if you are here as a canine matchmaker. One of my favorite things is how loving and sweet she is without being demanding or pushy. She likes to be close but won’t knock you over. She loves giving polite kisses, no whole-face messy moves here. Take a look and then come back to read more https://youtu.be/QaNmPwFrEMU Star has a quiet, almost shy approach to new experiences but she is est. to be only 1 year old, so the whole world is something to see and learn about. It doesn’t take her long to feel comfortable, especially with a little loving guidance by her person. She has great basic leash skills and takes her time to soak up the sights and sounds of her environment. It is very sweet to sit front row and see her enjoying something for the first time. Passing and meeting new dogs on leash is approached with calm interest and easy redirection if needed. When introduced to a handful of new dogs, Star met them each politely. As the group grew bigger and dogs began to pair up to wrestle and chase she was mindful not to be a third wheel. Having a few ball-loving fetch stars in the year that day, a couple tennis balls were added to the mix and she shared without any issue and showed us her budding fetch skills. At one point we though she was only 50% of the way to mastering fetch but she ended up showing us she is closer to 90%. The direct ball-to-hand move is that last 10%. It was easy to see that Star felt naturally at-ease with other dogs and would benefit from a playful, medium-energy doggy sibling in the home. We took Star inside to get out of the rain and have some couch time and she showed us that the couch is where she shines! She wasn’t sure about our rug, and comically tried to avoid it at first but eventually decided it was nothing to fear. I like to imagine she was playing the floor is lava rug edition. The couch was there the snuggly bugle in her came out and we didn’t want it to end. To add to her friendly nature, Star was very polite when she met our resident cat and we believe she could live peacefully with a feline friend. Her ideal home would be one with a slower pace, not slow, but a medium- energy lifestyle suits her personality. Another dog with a friendly and playful approach would be great and kids are welcome and we anticipate she would be appreciated most by slightly older kids who want a dog to snuggle and play fetch with while being gentle and patient with her as she learns about all the good-stuff that comes with being a family dog. She is no doubt an affectionate, playful, and loyal companion who will be a shining Star in your world. Appy today! https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/6750b7e1cfc1f7b438026dfa Questions? Email michelleboswell@threelittlepittiesrescue.org We facilitate adoptions across the US through our own internal transport to ensure the quality of care. We travel to WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT and Canada (Canadian adopters will need to pick up in Bellingham, WA  or Brattleboro, VT for the eastern Canadian border)! Our pups travel in comfort with 24/7 care on our USDA licensed vehicles, including buses and cargo vans. You can join along on our private Facebook event page to follow their adventure, connecting you with other adopters and providing updates throughout their transport journey! You will get to meet your new pup over a video call before signing paperwork, creating a fun and personalized adoption experience!  The adoption fee is $825 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectible, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!  We have over 15,000 successful adoptions so far and have excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about making the perfect match between dog and family for long term success.  Our rescue has a 2 acre property in Texas where we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group trainings and socialization play groups to keep dogs adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers support the positive growth of our dogs and we enjoy seeing their progress!  Our commitment to comprehensive medical care sets us apart. We've received glowing feedback from veterinarians who commend our dedication to ensuring the health and well-being of every animal in our care with treatments that often go above and beyond. Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet.  The rescue’s hard costs alone (excluding transport) for a healthy dog to go through our program typically range between $412 to $859, which includes boarding, food, medications, vaccines, and spay/neuter. For heartworm-positive dogs, hard costs are upwards of $1,368. Additionally, dogs requiring extended boarding, extra training, or extra medical care—such as dental work, vision care, or orthopedic care—can lead to expenses running into the thousands. Also, included in the adoption fee are costs to cover transport up to the Pacific Northwest or East Coast. Transport is a significant additional expense to the rescue.  While adoption fees help cover part of these expenses, we want to emphasize that the rescue does not receive government funding and must fundraise to offset the remaining expense balance which ranges $100-1,000++ per animal on these direct costs. It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS: Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family  Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test & $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions  70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription Coupons for a fun visit to Petco 20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer  Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! Did you know that the Greater Houston area faces some of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the nation? We are a non profit charity. Our goal is simple— to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and by rescuing animals from the streets or overcrowded shelters where euthanasia due to lack of space is often the only option. The dog you've found online is not only lucky to be in our program, but also incredibly fortunate to have caught your eye. Thank you for considering adoption and for joining us in our mission! Follow our rescue journey and connect with us on our website and social media platforms. Together, we can make a difference, one adoption at a time. https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need! *Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $74 surcharge for transport. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results were provided at intake. Texas local adoption! All adoptions within Texas must be picked up from Friendswood, Tx.