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Clark

Adult
Male
Medium

American Staffordshire Terrier

About Clark

Columbia, TN

Breed

American Staffordshire Terrier

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Coat: Short

Gray / Blue / Silver, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality

Affectionate, Couch, Loyal, Loves Kisses, Athletic, Funny, Protective, Playful, Curious, Friendly, Loves

Clark’s Compatibility

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Clark's Story

Thank you for choosing to adopt or foster and aid in the rescue efforts of RARE! **Adoption Interest Form REQUIRED via our website Rarerescue.org** Adoption Profile: Meet Clark, Your Lovable Lap Dog! Hello there! My name is Clark, and I'm an adorable blue (grey) American Staffie eagerly looking for my forever home. My heart is as big as my love for cuddling. If you're searching for a loyal and affectionate companion, I might just be your perfect match! I'm one of those big, goofy, clumsy, love bugs. Despite my size, I firmly believe I'm a lap dog. There's nothing I love more than snuggling up with my humans and showering them with kisses. If you're in need of a warm and fuzzy buddy, I'm your guy! I must admit, I have a bit of a prey drive, so I wouldn't be suitable for a home with cats or small animals. However, I've done well meeting other dogs while on leash during our neighborhood walks. Although I can be a bit overwhelming for some dogs, I'm learning to improve my social skills with proper guidance and training. That said, I would thrive as the only dog in the household, allowing me to soak up all the attention and love you have to offer. One of my favorite activities is going on walks in the neighborhood. I'm an excellent walking partner and always enjoy exploring my surroundings. Whether we're strolling through the park or venturing through the streets, I'm sure to make every walk an adventure. Currently, I'm living in a foster home with someone who's around the majority of the time. I absolutely adore having people around, and I'm always thrilled to have company. If you work from home or have a flexible schedule, I would be overjoyed to keep you company throughout the day. Rest assured, I'm both house trained and crate trained. I understand the rules and will do my best to be a well-behaved member of the family. Playing and chewing on toys are some of my favorite pastimes, so having a good selection of toys available is a must in our home. If you're looking for a loving and loyal companion who will fill your days with endless snuggles and companionship, I'm ready to be your new best friend. I can't wait to find my forever home and share my unconditional love with you. So, what do you say? Are you ready to embark on this incredible journey together? If you're interested in adopting me, please complete an Adoption Application at rarerescue.org. I can't wait to meet you and start our wonderful life together! STEPS TO ADOPT: Read the adoptable’s bio below, including their adoption fee Go to RARErescue.org and Read our ADOPTION PROCESS page under the "Adopt" section Complete the DOG ADOPTION INTEREST FORM (located on our website RARErescue.org) We understand that it is important to you to find the right fit for your family. We feel the same way! The DOG ADOPTION INTEREST FORM is important and REQUIRED for this reason. All of our Adoptables are: Spayed/neutered; Up to date on vaccines; Heartworm tested if six months or older (& kept on heartworm preventative and treated for heartworms if positive when entering our program): Microchipped prior to adoption BREEDS: We are not breed experts. The breed(s) listed for each adoptable are best guesses or suggestions. PLEASE NOTE: We are a non-profit organization without municipal or government funding. Veterinary/Medical expenses are constant for an animal rescue. Our adoption fees not only help to provide vetting and care for the animal being adopted, but they also help to cover heartworm treatments and other treatable ailments that many animals, that would otherwise be euthanized, need in order to be made available for adoption. Please understand that adopting an animal is a LIFETIME COMMITMENT to that animal and there will be veterinary expenses throughout their life that can often cost several hundreds, if not thousands of dollars (without pet insurance), especially without annual checkups and preventative care. As a potential family for this pet you are responsible for their safety and that includes keeping them on your property. ***If you are not in the middle Tennessee area, transport can potentially be arranged to approved homes, depending on distance and local adaptability. We normally do not allow adoptions outside of 1.5 hours driving distance.

Thank you for choosing to adopt or foster and aid in the rescue efforts of RARE!

**Adoption Interest Form REQUIRED via our website Rarerescue.org**

Adoption Profile: Meet Clark, Your Lovable Lap Dog!

Hello there! My name is Clark, and I'm an adorable blue (grey) American Staffie eagerly looking for my forever home. My heart is as big as my love for cuddling. If you're searching for a loyal and affectionate companion, I might just be your perfect match! I'm one of those big, goofy, clumsy, love bugs. Despite my size, I firmly believe I'm a lap dog. There's nothing I love more than snuggling up with my humans and showering them with kisses. If you're in need of a warm and fuzzy buddy, I'm your guy!

I must admit, I have a bit of a prey drive, so I wouldn't be suitable for a home with cats or small animals. However, I've done well meeting other dogs while on leash during our neighborhood walks. Although I can be a bit overwhelming for some dogs, I'm learning to improve my social skills with p

How To Adopt

Clark was listed as Adoptable by Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE

How can I adopt Clark?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE. 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 Clark 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 Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE for details on the pet.

When can I meet Clark?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Clark, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE, and they'll be happy to help!

Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE's Adoption Policy

*AN Adoption Application MUST BE SUBMITTED, PLEASE READ BELOW* Thank you for your interest in adopting a RARE animal! We do our very best to find the right fit for the adoptable and your family. The more detailed information we receive from you in your Application will help in this process. Adoption is a life long commitment to the adoptee. Each time an animal is returned it is stressful on the animal, the family and the rescue. We believe in quality adoptions and we hope you do too. That's why we take the time to understand the wants and needs of your family. STEP 1. COMPLETE ADOPTION INTEREST FORM VIA OUR WEBSITE: RARErescue.org The adoption application allows us to know what you are looking to adopt in terms of the animal and the time and training, etc. you are willing to dedicate. Some animals need more time and resources than others. STEP 2. SPEAK WITH A RARE REPRESENTATIVE Once we receive your application, we will call you to you about the specific needs and wants of your family and discuss if the animal you are interested in adopting would be the best fit, or if there are any other 'adoptables' in our program that may be even a better fit.* STEP 3. HOME VISIT/MEET & GREET We will set up a day and time that works with your schedule for us to bring the 'adoptable' or 'adoptables' that you are interested in meeting and potentially adopting. This gives us and your family the opportunity to introduce the adoptable to the people and any current animals in your family. Some introductions take only 30 minutes to an hour; others may take up to two hours, depending on how many other animals are currently living in the home. A proper introduction is key to avoiding altercations and provides safety for your family and our volunteers. STEP 4. 30 DAY TRIAL At the home visit/meet & greet, if your family and RARE agree that the adoptable would be a good potential fit, a 30 day trial can commence at that time. We will bring the adopable's paperwork, any necessary medication (including heartworm prevention for that month), and a few days of food that can be used to mix in with new food to avoid stomach upset. ** The Adoption Contract with the trial clause must be signed and the adoption fee is collected to start the trial, but refundable within the 30 day trial less a non-refundable incidental fee/donation of $25 (cats) $50 (dogs). We believe that it is important for you to be comfortable with the decision you are making to bring a pet into your home and that you are matched with the right adoptable. It may take at least a few days, if not a few weeks, for the adoptable to acclimate to their new environment and learn the schedules and routines of your family. If within that 30 day trial period, the adoptable is returned, you have the option of meeting and starting a trial with a different adoptable OR receiving a refund of your adoption. less a nominal fee for gas (normally $25 - $50, depending on location of adopter). If the adoption is a success, then we will consider the adoption final. However, as part of our contract, if for any reason throughout the adoptee's lifetime that you are unable to keep or care for them, they must be returned to RARE. They cannot be sold, given away or taken to a shelter.*** STEP 5. WE LOVE UPDATES! Each and every one of our adoptions are important to us and we want to know that the adoptee and your family are happy and enjoying your lives together! *Please understand that we are working around the clock, at our regular jobs, caring for the animals in our program, processing adoptions, performing rescue missions to shelters, cruelty cases, hoarding cases, etc. in addition to responding to phone calls, emails and applications. If you submit an application and you do not receive a call, it could be because that animal is already adopted and the adoption site has not processed our update yet (can take approx. 30 minutes or more), or we may be inundated with our other responsibilities. Please feel free to contact our President at 615-330-4769 to get a status update on your application and the animal you are interested in adopting. **Food: We highly recommend Nature's Select (made in America) Dog Food, Puppy Food, and Cat Food available at delivermypetfood.com, which is what we feed our adoptables in foster care. Nature's Select food does not contain corn or wheat and is very reasonably priced, especially compared to any other high quality food. We normally feed the Cold Water recipe which contains minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, and omegas that work together to support a stronger immune and digestive system. The Cold Water recipe is extremely beneficial for sensitive skin and digestion issues. ***Adoption Contract: If you would like a copy of the adoption contract prior to our scheduled meet & greet, please let us know! We would be happy to send it to you in advance.

Our Mission

Rural Animal Rescue Effort (RARE) is a foster-based, 501 (c) 3 Non-Profit Organization with a mission to rescue neglected and abandoned animals in the most rural areas of Tennessee, finding fosters and adopters in more populated/metropolitan areas, and provide spay/neuter assistance for pet owners in the most rural areas of...