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Basil

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Large

About Basil

Citrus Heights, CA

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Coat: Short
Harlequin, Gray / Blue / Silver

Behavior

Personality
Couch Potato, Gentle, Friendly, Funny
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Basil’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$400

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Basil's Story

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?<br/>Hi, I’m Basil!<br/><br/>ARE YOU A BOY OR A GIRL?<br/>I am a sweet girl.<br/><br/>HOW OLD ARE YOU?<br/>Not sure! Best estimate is that I was born sometime in 2021.<br/><br/>WHAT BREED ARE YOU?<br/>The greatest…a Great Dane!<br/><br/>HOW MUCH DO YOU WEIGH<br/>100 pounds <br/><br/>WHAT DO YOU LOOK LIKE?<br/>I look amazing, if I do say so myself! I am grey and brown spotted. I have very dark brown eyes and floppy ears.<br/><br/>WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO EAT?<br/>Hot dogs! Oh, and I will eat my kibble if you’re not offering hot dogs for every meal, I suppose. <br/><br/>WHAT KIND OF PERSONALITY DO YOU HAVE?<br/>I love to spend time with my humans. I’m a big napper and enjoy spending time curled up in my bed. I even snore every once in a while! I’m very mellow but do enjoy playing with the other dogs in my house. I’m a sweet and goofy girl who loves to tap dance when I’m excited.<br/><br/>DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT DAY:<br/>Spending time anywhere my humans are and sharing my cozy bed for an afternoon map with my foster sister, Miso. My life is so great, I feel so lucky that I get to lounge around all day!<br/><br/>WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TOY?<br/>I don’t really like toys! My humans think having a toy might make me anxious. Any time I have a toy, I spend the whole time looking for somewhere to hide it.<br/><br/>DO YOU KNOW ANY TRICKS?<br/>Yes! I really love to show you what I know. When I came to my foster home, I didn’t know any tricks so I’ve been learning lots, including “leave it!”<br/><br/>WHAT SCARES YOU?<br/>Being by myself! When I have to be apart from my humans or foster sister, Miso, I will cry, but I eventually settle down. As long as I have one of my dog friends or humans nearby, I feel confident!<br/><br/>HAVE YOU BEEN AROUND CHILDREN?<br/>I’ve met lots of kids while out and about and do a really good job! I am always gentle and never jump. I am pretty big though, and I could accidentally knock a little one over, so maybe let’s stick to the bigger kids?<br/><br/>DO YOU LIKE CATS?<br/>I haven’t met any!<br/><br/>HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT OTHER DOGS?<br/>I would do best in a house with another dog who can make me feel more confident.<br/><br/>IF YOU COULD BE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD, WHERE WOULD IT BE?<br/>In my bed! If I’m not eating or outside, that’s where you’ll find me!<br/><br/>HOW IS YOUR HEALTH?<br/>Pretty good! I have a few missing front teeth but it doesn’t bother me at all. <br/><br/>WHO DO YOU LIVE WITH IN YOUR FOSTER HOME AND WHO IS YOUR CLOSEST COMPANION? <br/>I live with my foster mom and dad, and my foster sister, Miso, who I was found as a stray with. There’s another dog here, and I like her lots too.<br/><br/>WHERE DO YOU HANG OUT WHEN YOU ARE HOME ALONE?<br/>I go in my crate.<br/><br/>WHERE DO YOU SLEEP?<br/>I go in my crate overnight, but during the day, I’m always on my bed.<br/><br/>DO YOU LIKE WALKING ON A LEASH?<br/>It’s the best!<br/><br/>DO YOU HAVE ANY “NOT SO GREAT” HABITS THAT WE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT?<br/>I have a hard time being by myself, so I get nervous when I have to go in my crate. It’s getting easier, especially when I get a hot dog. <br/><br/>ARE YOU HOUSE TRAINED (DO YOU GO POTTY OUTSIDE)?<br/>Yes! No worries there!<br/><br/>DO YOU LIKE WATER?<br/>I’ve never been near water.<br/><br/>WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR FOSTER FAMILY?<br/>I was so nervous at first! They helped me feel more comfortable living inside and living a regular dog life. I love that I get to be myself.<br/><br/>IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO TELL YOUR FUTURE ADOPTER? <br/>I am looking forward to our future together! You will love getting to know me, and I will be your best friend forever!<br/><br/>**BASIL’S ADOPTION FEE IS $400**<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting Basil, please jump on our website and fill out an adoption application - www.norcalbullybreedrescue.org<br/><br/>At this time, we are asking for adopters to be in the Sacramento and IMMEDIATE surrounding areas (which means Sacramento County, parts of El Dorado County and parts of Placer County).<br/><br/>For more information on what that means and why that is, please click on the following link:<br/>https://www.facebook.com/333019703483910/posts/3264412130344638/?extid=0&d=n<br/><br/>Thank you so much in advance!

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Hi, I’m Basil!

ARE YOU A BOY OR A GIRL?
I am a sweet girl.

HOW OLD ARE YOU?
Not sure! Best estimate is that I was born sometime in 2021.

WHAT BREED ARE YOU?
The greatest…a Great Dane!

HOW MUCH DO YOU WEIGH
100 pounds

WHAT DO YOU LOOK LIKE?
I look amazing, if I do say so myself! I am grey and brown spotted. I have very dark brown eyes and floppy ears.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO EAT?
Hot dogs! Oh, and I will eat my kibble if you’re not offering hot dogs for every meal, I suppose.

WHAT KIND OF PERSONALITY DO YOU HAVE?
I love to spend time with my humans. I’m a big napper and enjoy spending time curled up in my bed. I even snore every once in a while! I’m very mellow but do enjoy playing with the other dogs in my house. I’m a sweet and goofy girl who loves to tap dance when I’m excited.

DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT DAY:
Spending time anywhere my humans are and sharing my cozy bed for an afternoon map with my foster

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Hi, I’m Basil!

ARE YOU A BOY OR A GIRL?
I am a sweet girl.

HOW OLD ARE YOU?
Not sure! Best estimate is that I was born sometime in 2021.

WHAT BREED ARE YOU?
The greatest…a Great Dane!

HOW MUCH DO YOU WEIGH
100 pounds

WHAT DO YOU LOOK LIKE?
I look amazing, if I do say so myself! I am grey and brown spotted. I have very dark brown eyes and floppy ears.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO EAT?
Hot dogs! Oh, and I will eat my kibble if you’re not offering hot dogs for every meal, I suppose.

WHAT KIND OF PERSONALITY DO YOU HAVE?
I love to spend time with my humans. I’m a big napper and enjoy spending time curled up in my bed. I even snore every once in a while! I’m very mellow but do enjoy playing with the other dogs in my house. I’m a sweet and goofy girl who loves to tap dance when I’m excited.

DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT DAY:
Spending time anywhere my humans are and sharing my cozy bed for an afternoon map with my foster sister, Miso. My life is so great, I feel so lucky that I get to lounge around all day!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TOY?
I don’t really like toys! My humans think having a toy might make me anxious. Any time I have a toy, I spend the whole time looking for somewhere to hide it.

DO YOU KNOW ANY TRICKS?
Yes! I really love to show you what I know. When I came to my foster home, I

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How To Adopt

Basil was listed as Adoptable by NorCal Bully Breed Rescue
How can I adopt Basil?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with NorCal Bully Breed Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Basil is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to NorCal Bully Breed Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Basil?
If you've submitted an inquiry, NorCal Bully Breed Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Basil, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to NorCal Bully Breed Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
NorCal Bully Breed Rescue's Adoption Policy
**We are currently only adopting out to the immediate Sacramento area which includes Sacramento County, parts of Placer County and parts of ElDorado County. We currently hold adoption events once a month at the Pet Food Express store in the Roseville Fountains. Please check our Facebook page for announcements! ADOPTION PROCESS: The first step in the adoption process is the completion of our online adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.norcalbullybreedrescue.org. **Your application will not be reviewed if you do not live with the immediate Sacramento area which is Sacramento County, parts of Placer County or some parts of Eldorado County) The second step is the home check. Our main priority in this step is insuring that your yard is 100% secure - there can be no loose boards or gaps in your fencing. If your dog is going to be spending anytime outside while you are at work or away from home, we ask that you have adequate shade or shelter from the elements. Before we schedule a home check, we may ask you to send us photos of your yard/fencing to get an idea of where the dog will be living. If you have any hesitation or questions about our yard check, please see our section on "How to Prepare for a Home Check." The last step in the adoption process is the meet and greet. This is where we meet with you and any existing pets to ensure proper introductions are made. We want to make sure everyone gets along. Once all introductions are made, and everyone gets along, your rescue dog is yours to adopt. Please note that there is no pressure involved, and if situation that cannot be resolved arises, we will always take our dog back. Also, be aware that there is an acclimation period for each dog and every dog is different. It can take a few days or a few weeks for your new dogs to settle in. We will assist in any way possible, including referring our trainer to come work with you and the dog. ADOPTION PREREQUISITES: All of our dogs are rescues, meaning they have already needed help in some way, and will only to to homes where they will live a "CHARMED LIFE." All of our adoptive dogs will be indoor dogs with outdoor privileges. We believe that dogs are family members, and should be allowed to sleep indoors. The only time they should be kept outdoors is if the weather permits. Any applications looking for an outdoor only dog will be denied. All current pets in your home need to be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and one heartworm preventive. Out of area adoptions are within reason and on a case-by-case basis. HOW TO PREPARE FOR A HOME CHECK: Walk the perimeter of your yard. Take notes on the condition of your fence. Are there any loose boards or gaps under any sections of you fencing? If yes, these are easy fixes. You can nail any loose board back into place, and you can fill any gaps with pavers and gravel Do you have a lock on your gate? If not, please purchase one prior to your home check. Is there adequate shade or shelter for your new dog if it is going to be left outdoors while you're at work? Do you have anything hazardous in your yard, i.e. nails sticking out, chemicals left out, etc? Do you have a cat? If so, does your cat have a high spot it can retreat to if being chased? Are your garbage cans located somewhere near a gate where a dog can jump into them to get out? If so please move them. Please address these issues prior to our visit. ADOPTION FEES: All of our dogs will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped prior to being adopted. Our adoption fees are considered to be donations. All donations from adoption go right back into our rescue account, allowing us to continue to help dogs in need. At the bare minimum, the cost to properly vet a dog is $100. But some of the dogs we take on are medical cases, which can cost several thousand dollars. Because of this, we ask the following adoption fees: $500 for puppies, which are any dogs under a year old $300 for most adult dog aged 1 year or older. (French/English Bulldogs have significantly higher adoption fees which are explained on our website.)

Basil is from NorCal Bully Breed Rescue

[Citrus Heights, CA]

Our Mission
FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!! Our rescue is entirely foster based - we do not have a facility.  All of our adoptable animals are living in foster homes, but more are always needed.  Interested in helping out?  Visit our website, complete and submit our Foster Application! NorCal Bully Breed Rescue (NBBR) is an all volunteer, ...
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