Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This dog is in Tennessee. Adoption Donation $200 if picked up in TN, $275 plus transport fee for out-of-state adoptions. Meet Riviera, or Riva for short, a sweet and gentle 10-month-old Mountain Cur dog mix weighing 31 lbs. With a medium energy level, she enjoys playtime but also knows how to settle down and relax. She’s coming out of her shell more each day, despite being very timid when she was first rescued. One of the most endearing things about Riva is how happy she gets at mealtime! Her tail wags from side to side with pure joy. She’s learning to trust people and is eager to try new experiences. She loves playing with other dogs, chasing balls and Frisbees, and pulling the stuffing out of plush toys. A good chew or bully stick makes her day even better. Riva is housetrained and is crate trained, sleeping quietly through the night. She’s well-behaved in her crate and goes in willingly. She’s also picking up training and will “sit” for dinner, though without food, she’s still working on it! She walks wonderfully on a leash and is calm in the car, even laying comfortably during recent training sessions. Riva gets along well with other dogs and would thrive in a home with a canine companion. She is good with dog-savvy cats and has shown curiosity around livestock. With new people, she can be timid, but she is making great progress in building confidence. She would do best in a home with a fenced-in yard and a confident owner who can provide the calm leadership she needs. Riva doesn’t need pity, she needs understanding and encouragement to continue growing into the amazing dog she’s becoming. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who’s ready to bloom with the right guidance, Riva is the girl for you. Apply to adopt her today! Interested in adopting? Take the first step and complete an adoption application on our website: http://aarf-tn.com/adopt/adoption-apps/ If you have questions that are not covered in the profile, visit the Pet Inquiry Form: http://aarf-tn.com/contact/pet-inquiry-form/. THIS PET IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE! We do list and adopt our pets nationwide. Typical transport cost to the Northeast is $180. Due to interstate adoption regulations, we are not able to adopt to RI and MA state residents. A.A.R.F. (All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc.) http://aarf-tn.com/ is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) no kill animal rescue organization located in the Upper Cumberland area of Tennessee. A.A.R.F. is comprised of unpaid volunteers and survives only on public donations. Thank you for thinking adoption first! Prior to adoption, all canines and felines are spayed or neutered, have received their age appropriate vaccinations, have been de-wormed for common parasites, and have received treatment for prevention of fleas and ticks. All canines over the age of 6 months have been tested for heartworm. All canines are put on heartworm prevention as soon as possible - this means dogs as soon as they are tested negative. Puppies are put on prevention immediately. All felines, regardless of age, have been tested for Feline Leukemia/FIV. Each animal receives a health check by a licensed veterinarian prior to adoption. Anything else found will be treated by our organization prior to adoption. February 27, 2025, 4:18 pm
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