Finlay

Adult
Male
Medium

Plott Hound
Retriever

About Finlay

Smithfield, NC

Breed

Plott Hound&RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

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Finlay's Story

Chocolate Labrador Mix, Male, (intact, will be neutered) 3 years-old (estimate) 45 pounds (estimate) Still underweight so may fill out a bit more. Finlay is in foster. An appointment will be required for a meet/greet. Finlay, a formerly abandoned dog who was found in a parking lot on November 28, 2025, is so sweet and affectionate. He is timid with strangers and very shy in new settings, but with socialization and love has been opening up quickly! He is turning into a playful boy who enjoys walks and has very decent leash manners. He has met dozens of strangers since we took him in 8 days ago, and has had positive interactions with other dogs so far. With love, care, and a patient owner who will help bring him out of his shell, Finlay is bound to be the "goodest" most cuddly boy who enjoys warm hugs and treats!

Chocolate Labrador Mix, Male, (intact, will be neutered) 3 years-old (estimate)
45 pounds (estimate) Still underweight so may fill out a bit more.

Finlay is in foster. An appointment will be required for a meet/greet.

Finlay, a formerly abandoned dog who was found in a parking lot on November 28, 2025, is so sweet and affectionate. He is timid with strangers and very shy in new settings, but with socialization and love has been opening up quickly! He is turning into a playful boy who enjoys walks and has very decent leash manners. He has met dozens of strangers since we took him in 8 days ago, and has had positive interactions with other dogs so far. With love, care, and a patient owner who will help bring him out of his shell, Finlay is bound to be the "goodest" most cuddly boy who enjoys warm hugs and treats!

How To Adopt

Finlay was listed as Adoptable by Black Dog Club

How can I adopt Finlay?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Black Dog Club. 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 Finlay 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 Black Dog Club for details on the pet.

When can I meet Finlay?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Black Dog Club will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Finlay, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Black Dog Club, and they'll be happy to help!

Black Dog Club's Adoption Policy

Blackdog Club makes every effort to match potential adopters with a pet that shares similar personalities and lifestyle traits. We do not adopt based on looks. The first step in our process is a meet and greet here at the rescue facility. If you are adopting a dog into a home where there is an existing dog, we do recommend a formal meet and greet between the canines here at the rescue. Proof of vaccinations are required for any pet coming onto the property. We recommend emailing a copy of your adoption application prior to any meet and greet to expedite the adoption process. A vet reference is required prior to adoption. If this is a first pet, we encourage potential adopters to seek out and establish a relationship with a vet prior to application submission.

Our Mission

Black Dog Club provides rescue, rehabilitation, and training for dogs pulled from high-kill, rural animal shelters. We focus these efforts towards black dogs in an attempt to save them from the dreaded "Black Dog Syndrome." We also focus our efforts on dogs that have a low probability of being adopted straight from the she...