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Fred

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Hound

About Fred

Richmond, VA

Breed

HoundMix

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Curious
House-trained: No

Health

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

Fred's Compatibility

  • This pet has good compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$375

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Fred's Story

Updated: 5/26/26<br/>Updated: 6/28/26<br/>Age: 4 months, birthday 2/15/16<br/>Weight: 14lbs<br/>Estimated weight when fully grown: 30-45 lbs.<br/>Breed: Hound mix, parents unknown<br/><br/>Meet Fred! <br/><br/>Fred is the kind of dog who wakes up every day excited to be part of the world. He is so friendly and just wants to be with his person!<br/><br/>Sweet, curious, and endlessly upbeat! Fred has a positive energy thats impossible not to love. He's friendly with everyone he meets, loves attention from his people, and happily follows along wherever life takes him. Whether he's hanging out with other dogs, exploring the yard, or just shadowing you around the house, Fred is happiest being part of the action. He is inquisitive and has no apprehension or fear! <br/><br/>He's crate trained, gets along great with both dogs and cats, and is currently working on house training and leash manners. In regards to potty training, if he does have an accident in the house it is on a pee pad! He started walks with his harness and loves it! He just prances and bounces around- he thoroughly enjoys himself on walks! Fred takes redirection really well and is eager to learn, making him a fun dog to continue training and growing with.<br/><br/>While loud or unexpected noises can make him a little nervous, Fred bounces back quickly with reassurance and keeps his happy-go-lucky attitude intact.<br/><br/>His ideal home would be an active household with a yard and people who are ready for a loyal sidekick with a heart of gold.<br/><br/>If Fred were a celebrity: Carmelo Anthony because he's smooth, confident, and always brings good energy<br/><br/>Dating Headline: Fun-loving guy looking for his life partner<br/><br/>Theme Song: Just Dance by Lady Gaga<br/><br/>From Fred: Give me a safe, happy place with love and Ill be your loyal buddy for life... and keep you smiling too.<br/><br/>He is being fostered in Richmond, VA and is up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, has been dewormed, and is on monthly preventatives. His adoption fee is $375 and covers the cost of age-appropriate core vaccinations, microchip, and required neuter when age-appropriate. We require that all adopters, regardless of the dogs age, are committed to ongoing training and socialization as part of responsible ownership. To apply to adopt Fred, visit www.beaglesandbentleys.org/adopt.<br/><br/>Spay/Neuter Disclosure:<br/>Spay/Neuter will be scheduled when age-appropriate and is covered in the adoption fee. We require adopters to be within a reasonable distance of Richmond or Virginia Beach in order to complete spay/neuter with our approved clinics.<br/><br/>Note: Sending a Petfinder inquiry is not submitting an application. We require a completed adoption application to move forward with adoption.<br/><br/>Beagles and Bentleys has an across-the-board evaluative process that we apply to every application we review that prioritizes our animals in need. We conduct a vet reference check (all resident dogs must be altered/up to date on dhpp/rabies and monthly preventatives, and cats must be altered and up to date on rabies) and a virtual home visit call where we discuss the adoption process and see your home.

Updated: 5/26/26
Updated: 6/28/26
Age: 4 months, birthday 2/15/16
Weight: 14lbs
Estimated weight when fully grown: 30-45 lbs.
Breed: Hound mix, parents unknown

Meet Fred!

Fred is the kind of dog who wakes up every day excited to be part of the world. He is so friendly and just wants to be with his person!

Sweet, curious, and endlessly upbeat! Fred has a positive energy thats impossible not to love. He's friendly with everyone he meets, loves attention from his people, and happily follows along wherever life takes him. Whether he's hanging out with other dogs, exploring the yard, or just shadowing you around the house, Fred is happiest being part of the action. He is inquisitive and has no apprehension or fear!

He's crate trained, gets along great with both dogs and cats, and is currently working on house training and leash manners. In regards to potty training, if he does have an accident in the house it is on a pee pad! He started walks with his harness and loves it!

Updated: 5/26/26
Updated: 6/28/26
Age: 4 months, birthday 2/15/16
Weight: 14lbs
Estimated weight when fully grown: 30-45 lbs.
Breed: Hound mix, parents unknown

Meet Fred!

Fred is the kind of dog who wakes up every day excited to be part of the world. He is so friendly and just wants to be with his person!

Sweet, curious, and endlessly upbeat! Fred has a positive energy thats impossible not to love. He's friendly with everyone he meets, loves attention from his people, and happily follows along wherever life takes him. Whether he's hanging out with other dogs, exploring the yard, or just shadowing you around the house, Fred is happiest being part of the action. He is inquisitive and has no apprehension or fear!

He's crate trained, gets along great with both dogs and cats, and is currently working on house training and leash manners. In regards to potty training, if he does have an accident in the house it is on a pee pad! He started walks with his harness and loves it! He just prances and bounces around- he thoroughly enjoys himself on walks! Fred takes redirection really well and is eager to learn, making him a fun dog to continue training and growing with.

While loud or unexpected noises can make him a little nervous, Fred bounces back quickly with reassurance and keeps his happy-go-lucky attitude intact.

His ideal home would be an active ho

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How To Adopt

Fred was listed as Adoptable by Beagles and Bentleys
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Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Beagles and Bentleys. 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 Fred 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 Beagles and Bentleys for details on the pet.
When can I meet Fred?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Beagles and Bentleys will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Fred, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Beagles and Bentleys, and they'll be happy to help!
Beagles and Bentleys's Adoption Policy
Adopters must complete an adoption application. We then run references - vet and personal - and conduct a home visit for final adoption approval.

Fred is from Beagles and Bentleys

[Richmond, VA]

Our Mission
Beagles and Bentleys is dedicated to helping dogs in need find loving homes. We primarily rescue dogs in Virginia and surrounding states, and are 100% volunteer based.

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