Gus

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium

Gus

Current Location

Athens, AL

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Brown / Chocolate, Gray / Blue / Silver

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Gus's Compatibility

  • This pet has good 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

$250

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Gus's Story

*Please include your ***PHONE NUMBER*** in your email to TheLongWayHomeRescue@gmail.com for a faster response! TY!<br/>Call/text: 256.800.3325<br/><br/>Gus is a wonderful calm GSP!<br/><br/>Unfortunately, he didn't always have caring humans on his side. <br/><br/>He and 4 other GSPs were purchased from a breeder and turned lose to hunt. Gus is the only one that returned-- and he had a broken leg. <br/><br/>Sadly, they never took him to the vet, and he endure a broken bone for 4 months without medicine or vet care.<br/><br/>As soon as we got him, he took him to the vet. Due to this neglect, the leg was not repairable. This led to a full rear leg amputation.<br/><br/>Gus came out of surgery happier than ever. The sharp broken bone was gone, and he seemed to feel relief immediately. <br/><br/>He is a VERY loving and gentle guy. He enjoys cuddling on the couch, exploring the backyard, and meeting new dog friends. <br/><br/>He has never met a dog he didn't love!<br/><br/>His amputation was apprx Sept 30, so he still has some healing to do. He'll get his staples out this coming week!<br/><br/>He is the BEST GSP that I've ever met. He is not crazy-energetic like most GSPs.<br/><br/>This sweet guy won't last long--- give me a call to set up a zoom call!<br/><br/>To meet Gus, please email me at TheLongWayHomeRescue@gmail.com. The volunteers at our Adoption Center look forward to talking with you! Please be patient with response time. We will be email you back as soon as we can, with a Zoom appointment time to meet your family and pets!<br/><br/>***To expedite the response time, please include your phone number in your email. Thanks!<br/><br/>Requirements:<br/>-Fenced in yard (no exceptions)<br/>-Adoption fee $250<br/>-All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and socialized.<br/>-Zoom call<br/>-Adoption contract<br/>-Travel to Athens, AL to meet your potential new family member<br/><br/>*Our rescue staff is diligent to crate train and house train all animals

*Please include your ***PHONE NUMBER*** in your email to TheLongWayHomeRescue@gmail.com for a faster response! TY!
Call/text: 256.800.3325

Gus is a wonderful calm GSP!

Unfortunately, he didn't always have caring humans on his side.

He and 4 other GSPs were purchased from a breeder and turned lose to hunt. Gus is the only one that returned-- and he had a broken leg.

Sadly, they never took him to the vet, and he endure a broken bone for 4 months without medicine or vet care.

As soon as we got him, he took him to the vet. Due to this neglect, the leg was not repairable. This led to a full rear leg amputation.

Gus came out of surgery happier than ever. The sharp broken bone was gone, and he seemed to feel relief immediately.

He is a VERY loving and gentle guy. He enjoys cuddling on the couch, exploring the backyard, and meeting new dog friends.

He has never met a dog he didn't love!

His amputation was apprx Sept 30, so he still has some h

*Please include your ***PHONE NUMBER*** in your email to TheLongWayHomeRescue@gmail.com for a faster response! TY!
Call/text: 256.800.3325

Gus is a wonderful calm GSP!

Unfortunately, he didn't always have caring humans on his side.

He and 4 other GSPs were purchased from a breeder and turned lose to hunt. Gus is the only one that returned-- and he had a broken leg.

Sadly, they never took him to the vet, and he endure a broken bone for 4 months without medicine or vet care.

As soon as we got him, he took him to the vet. Due to this neglect, the leg was not repairable. This led to a full rear leg amputation.

Gus came out of surgery happier than ever. The sharp broken bone was gone, and he seemed to feel relief immediately.

He is a VERY loving and gentle guy. He enjoys cuddling on the couch, exploring the backyard, and meeting new dog friends.

He has never met a dog he didn't love!

His amputation was apprx Sept 30, so he still has some healing to do. He'll get his staples out this coming week!

He is the BEST GSP that I've ever met. He is not crazy-energetic like most GSPs.

This sweet guy won't last long--- give me a call to set up a zoom call!

To meet Gus, please email me at TheLongWayHomeRescue@gmail.com. The volunteers at our Adoption Center look forward to talking with you! Please be patient with re

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How To Adopt

Gus was listed as Adoptable by The Long Way Home
How can I adopt Gus?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with The Long Way Home. 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 Gus 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 The Long Way Home for details on the pet.
When can I meet Gus?
If you've submitted an inquiry, The Long Way Home will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Gus, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to The Long Way Home, and they'll be happy to help!
The Long Way Home's Adoption Policy
-Established since 2008- *FENCED YARD ATTACHED TO HOME- Must be chainlink, iron, privacy fence or equivalent. No underground fencing or shocking devices. (Not a dog park, leash walked, or disconnected kennel.) *Home visit required. *Vet reference required.

Gus is from The Long Way Home

[Athens, AL]

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