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Chocolate

Young
Male
Medium

Shepherd

About Chocolate

Woolwich, ME

Breed

ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Young

(1-3 years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Coat: Short

Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Chocolate’s Compatibility

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Chocolate's Story

Chocolate is one of the sweetest pups you’ll ever meet. He came to Maine from a shelter in Texas, very shut down and unsure of the world. With patience, routine, and the help of my dogs, he’s made incredible progress in a short time.<br/>In just two weeks, Chocolate has learned to sit, potty outside, and—most importantly—how to be a puppy. With a consistent routine and the confidence he gains from being around other dogs, he’s gone from hiding quietly in a corner to playing, barking, and engaging with his surroundings. A home with a routine and another calm and confident dog would be necessary to help Chocolate continue to come out of his shell. He is crate trained and loves playing with toys, especially squeaky toys. Chocolate does get nervous in the car and will drool when anxious, but we’ve been working on this with short, positive trips—like pup cup runs and visits to my work. He now happily jumps into the car and does well for rides up to about 15 minutes before the drooling starts. Chocolate is a gentle, loving pup who just needs patience, consistency, and the right environment to continue blossoming. A home where his adopter is home more often than not and one that has Shepherd experience is a bonus. He is estimated to be about four-months old and a Shepherd mix. He is here in Maine, in foster, and although he's had several approved applications, we are looking for the best fit for this sensitive soul.<br/><br/>If you think you might be interested in adopting Chocolate or just want to get pre-approved to adopt through us, please fill out an application on our website. Approvals are valid for one year and you will not have the waiting period of an application if you see a dog that you like! Approved adopters are placed on our email list for each transport and receive our Google slides that we send to all pre-approved adopters before posting on Petfinder and our social media and are eligible to attend our meet and greet events.

Chocolate is one of the sweetest pups you’ll ever meet. He came to Maine from a shelter in Texas, very shut down and unsure of the world. With patience, routine, and the help of my dogs, he’s made incredible progress in a short time.
In just two weeks, Chocolate has learned to sit, potty outside, and—most importantly—how to be a puppy. With a consistent routine and the confidence he gains from being around other dogs, he’s gone from hiding quietly in a corner to playing, barking, and engaging with his surroundings. A home with a routine and another calm and confident dog would be necessary to help Chocolate continue to come out of his shell. He is crate trained and loves playing with toys, especially squeaky toys. Chocolate does get nervous in the car and will drool when anxious, but we’ve been working on this with short, positive trips—like pup cup runs and visits to my work. He now happily jumps into the car and does well for rides up to about 15 minutes before the drooling starts. Chocolate is a gentle, loving pup who just needs patience, consistency, and the right environment to continue blossoming. A home where his adopter is home more often than not and one that has Shepherd experience is a bonus. He is estimated to be about four-months old and a Shepherd mix. He is here in Maine, in foster, and although he's had several approved applications, we are looking for the best fit for this sensitive soul.<

How To Adopt

Chocolate was listed as ADOPTABLE by Rescue Charlie's Friends

How can I adopt Chocolate?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Rescue Charlie's Friends. 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 Chocolate 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 Rescue Charlie's Friends for details on the pet.

When can I meet Chocolate?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Rescue Charlie's Friends will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Chocolate, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Rescue Charlie's Friends, and they'll be happy to help!

Rescue Charlie's Friends's Adoption Policy

Our Goal We do all we can to ensure that the dog and its new family are well matched. We want you to be happy with your new dog and of course we want your new dog to be happy and have a great life. Our adoption process may seem like a bit much but we feel it is necessary to achieve our goal. The Adoption Process - What to Expect After reading our Adoption Policy, Please fill out our Adoption Application. We will contact you to schedule a home visit by one of our volunteers. This is just to ensure that the dog will not be in a dangerous situation. It is also a great time for you to get all your questions answered. Please call your veterinarian and authorize them to release information about your pets to Rescue Charlie’s Friends. Here is the type of information we will be looking for: If you have any pets now (or in the past) do you keep them up to date on their vaccinations? We require that all your dogs and cats (including both indoor and outdoor cats) or any other pets living in your household are up to date on their vaccinations and get an annual exam. We require that all dogs living in the household be spayed or neutered (unless your veterinarian has a medical reason why this should not be done). Do they appear to be well cared for and free from abuse or neglect. Know the Rules If you are renting, you may need to get approval from your Landlord to bring a new pet into your home. Please make sure that your town, homeowner’s association, homeowners insurance or landlord don’t have any restrictions that might interfere with the adoption. Then What? Once these steps are completed satisfactorily, you will be notified when you have been approved for adoption! When do I get my Dog? All dogs received from out of state are quarantined for at least five days (or 48 hours, depending on age) before you receive them. This is to make sure that they are free from disease and it is also required by State law. Once you have been approved, the fee has been paid and the quarantine period has passed, we will contact you and give you your new dog. You will be asked to sign our Adoption Contract. This is our favorite part – seeing the big smiles and happy faces on both dogs and their new owners. Adoption Application What is the Adoption Fee? Our adoption fee is $450.00. Yes, this seems like a lot but if there is a little left over, it goes toward the huge, unexpected veterinary expenses that come up all too often. Remember, this is a not-for-profit organization composed of volunteers, none of whom are paid. Expenses not covered by the fee come out of our personal pockets. That’s why donations are always welcome! What does the Fee Cover? Here is what the fee covers: Veterinary fees to get the dog approved for interstate transport (if applicable), including any necessary treatment for possible health issues. Transportation from wherever the dog is located to Maine. Vaccinations including Rabies, DHLPP and Bordatella De-Worming, if needed Neuter/Spayed Flea and Tick preventative (Frontline/Advantage) Heartworm preventative Adoption Fee Introductions We ask that as soon as possible, your new dog meets all members of your household, including other pets, to ensure that any conflicts are recognized early so adjustments can be made. Please see our Resources page for tips on introducing a new dog to your household. Resources What if Things Don't Work Out? If for any reason, your new dog is not a good match, we ask that it be returned to us for placement in another home. We will arrange to meet with you to retrieve the dog and we will work to place the dog in another home. If we are notified within 14 days after you receive your dog that the dog is not a good fit in your home and you want the dog to leave, we will refund your Adoption Fee in full. Please do not surrender the dog to a shelter, sell or give it to someone else or advertise it, such as on Craigslist. Remember that the Adoption Contract requires that the dog be returned to Rescue Charlie’s Friends if for whatever reason, you do not want to keep it.

Our Mission

Hi, I’m Charlie. This dog rescue organization is named after me. My sister and I were in cages, sleeping on a cold concrete floor and getting lousy food. It was crowded, dirty, very scary and they had to make room because more dogs were coming. If we hadn’t been rescued, things would not have ended well for us. Some...