Joker - Local Puppy

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Joker is one of six adorable little souls were rescued from a heartbreaking hoarding case in Mississippi. Found on a property with their mom (who is also available for adoption through us) and many other dogs in dire conditions, their story is one of resilience and hope.

A dedicated local rescuer went above and beyond to save as many dogs as possible from that dire situation, and we are thrilled to have this lovely family in our care.

Here’s a link to their story on FB - be prepared - the pictures are depressing at best:
https://www.facebook.com/share/ghrUMnQNEhNQazDB/?mibextid=WC7FNe

These typically sweet puppies are well-socialized with other dogs, animals, and people of all ages. Their momma, April, is a pit/beagle mix who is super gentle and sweet.

Joker is doing great with housebreaking and learning commands. He is smart, eager to please, food-motivated, and well-behaved. He is happy to take long naps after a fun play session. Hard chew toys keep him occupied for good chunks of time. He is great in the crate with his sister.

Joker is loving, devoted, watchful, cautious, solid, and has a big bark. He enjoys being by his fosters side and follows them in and out. He loves to be loved.

This sweet boy is eager to find his forever home and bring joy to his new family.

Check out Joker playing with his sister Bluebell and his canine foster buddy:
https://youtu.be/9tV7UHs4WVk?si=A8eakfbUN6XIaoHh

Name: Joker
Breed: Crossbreed - Anyone’s guess Mom is Beagle mix, daddy unknown!
Age: 6 months as of 6/25
Weight: 30 pounds as of 6/25
Health: Vaccines are up to date
Spayed/Neutered: Too young - Spay/Neuter Contract will be required and strictly enforced.
Vaccinations: Puppy vaccines will be up to date - vaccinations required after adoption are the adopter’s responsibility.
Heartworm: Too young (testing is done at 6 months of age)
Housetrained:  Not usually
Microchipped: Yes

Location of dog currently: New England

Puppy Adoption Fee:  $350.00 (includes spay/neuter surgery rebate to be paid to adopter up to $200.00 when proof of spay/neuter is provided to Paws New England.   We can provide a list of low-cost SN clinics to adopters when requested. 

The adoption fee also includes the transport fee.

ATTENTION PUPPY ADOPTERS:  You must attend training/behavior classes with your new dog unless you are an experienced dog owner and your adoption coordinator is comfortable with your experience.  This requirement is for the benefit of you and your puppy, so if you experience behavior issues, you have a point of contact.  

PLEASE—Think long and hard before adopting a puppy. Consider the lifestyle change this puppy will come with. He cannot be crated for more than 3-4 hours at a time until he’s older. Puppy proofing your home will be necessary. Puppies scratch and nip, so if you have small children, can they handle this? Training will be so important in this puppy’s life. Do you have the time?

Please consider purchasing this book before adopting. Perfect Puppy in 7 Days—How to Start Your Puppy Off Right, by Sophia Yin, DVM, is an amazing book that we recommend very highly and have received amazing feedback on.

https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Puppy-Days-Start-Right/dp/0964151871

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - 

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England.  

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.