About Dodger
Meet Dodger, our beautiful lab mix pup and a real dog's dog. Dodger's journey began in a hoarding situation, where he and more than 100 dogs spent their lives with no positive contact with humans and minimal care. As a result, he's understandably wary of people, but he's making a sincere effort to learn how to be a cherished house pet.
Dodger's most effective way of learning to trust human companionship is through leisurely walks, which he does politely with a loose lead and at a calm pace. He's crate-trained and has done an excellent job with housetraining.
While he may be shy, Dodger is incredibly sweet. He's not defensive or aggressive in any way, just unsure about how to enjoy human affection. We are looking for a patient home for him, one without too much chaos, as he can startle easily. Therefore, a home without small children would likely be the best fit for him.
Dodger's heart truly shines when he's around other pups, and he longs for the companionship of canine friends to romp and spend his days with. Ideal applicants for Dodger should have one (or a few) friendly pups at home who will welcome Dodger into their pack and assist him in continuing to learn how to be loved.
Dodger is on his way to navigating a positive life, and if you and your pups think your home can help sweet Dodger learn to love and come out of his shell, please consider applying for him at greendogsunleashed.org/adopt.
At the time you are seeing this post, this dog is still available for adoption. But please know that we may be working on multiple applications already, and any one of them could be approved at any time. Please READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION and complete an adoption application, if you are interested in any of our animals. Application at www.greendogsunleashed.org If you send an inquiry to ask if the dog is still available, or just tell us you are interested, your inquiry will not be answered. FILL OUT AN APPLICATION. We can do NOTHING without that. No, we cannot tell you if he would be a match for your family without seeing an application. PLEASE KEEP READING for info.
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We are happy to consider applicants from out of state on most dogs. Please read the description to see if this dog is an exception. If the applicant is approved to adopt, they MUST be willing to come to our location in Troy, VA, for a meet and greet. If all parties agree that the pup and family are a good fit, they would take the pup home at that time.
For more information about our mission and for an APPLICATION for adoption, please go to www.greendogsunleashed.com.
GDU does ask a minimum adoption fee of $400.00. This does not even come close to covering all expenses created by animals while in rescue. We are funded solely by the angels and volunteers willing to donate time and finances. This minimum fee includes DAPP, rabies if age appropriate,, heartworm test and preventative, if age appropriate, and flea and tick treatment, as well as neutering or spaying, if the animal is medically sound to undergo surgery. In an attempt to avoid tummy upset from a sudden change of food, the foster family may include a small, transitional bag of the food the dog/puppy has been eating. And if the dog/puppy has grown attached to a special item (like a toy or blanket), they may send that along, as well.
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*****Due to the sheer number of animals and applications in our program, coupled with a limited number of volunteers, applicants MUST have patience as we process applications. If you do not hear back from us, the animal may have been adopted. We strive to let people know but sadly cannot offer reasons for denial beyond that. Any harassment of our volunteers will go unanswered and we will simply block you. Our volunteers spend their time working hard to ensure the very best for each animal. Please remember the animal, not the applicant, is our client.*****
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Green Dogs Unleashed
1171 N Boston Rd Troy VA 22974
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