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Josie Sue

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Mixed Breed

About Josie Sue

Nolensville, TN

Breed

Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Apricot / Beige, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Friendly, Funny, Affectionate, Gentle, Loves Kisses, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Quiet, Curious
House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Josie Sue'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

$85

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Josie Sue's Story

Meet Josie Sue <br/><br/>Josie Sue is the kind of dog who has been through it and yet, she still chooses love every single day.<br/><br/>Estimated to be between 810 years old, this beautiful mixed breed girl has a story of resilience thats impossible to ignore. She came from a large-scale hoarding situation where resources were limited and the dogs were left to fend for themselves. Many of them, including the now-safe Vampire Diaries litter, were living on the same property and became critically ill, requiring emergency treatment for parvo.<br/><br/>Josie Sue was the personal dog of the owner, living in the middle of that chaos. When she was rescued, there were concerns she might have mange, but it turned out she needed surgery. Thankfully, her owner was willing to surrender her, giving Josie Sue the chance she so deeply deserved. <br/><br/>And through it all... Josie Sue never lost her love for people.<br/><br/>Josie Sue is:<br/> Extremely affectionate and people-loving<br/> A total cuddle bug who thrives on human connection<br/> Calm, gentle, and happy just being near her person<br/><br/>She greets people with her signature smile and has a way of making you feel instantly loved. After everything shes been through, her ability to trust and bond is truly something special.<br/><br/>Because of her past, Josie Sue can be selective with other dogs; she spent a long time having to navigate a stressful, survival-based environment. However, she can do well with calm, low-energy dogs who respect her space. <br/><br/>Her ideal home would be:<br/> Someone who wants a deeply devoted, affectionate companion<br/> A lower-key environment with lots of human interaction<br/> A home that understands her past and will give her the peace she deserves<br/><br/>Josie Sue is in her golden years, not slowing down, just settling into the best chapter of her life. She doesnt need chaos or constant activity; just a soft place to land, a person to love, and the safety shes waited so long for.<br/><br/> If youre looking for a loyal, soulful companion who will love you endlessly, Josie Sue is ready to give you her whole heart.

Meet Josie Sue

Josie Sue is the kind of dog who has been through it and yet, she still chooses love every single day.

Estimated to be between 810 years old, this beautiful mixed breed girl has a story of resilience thats impossible to ignore. She came from a large-scale hoarding situation where resources were limited and the dogs were left to fend for themselves. Many of them, including the now-safe Vampire Diaries litter, were living on the same property and became critically ill, requiring emergency treatment for parvo.

Josie Sue was the personal dog of the owner, living in the middle of that chaos. When she was rescued, there were concerns she might have mange, but it turned out she needed surgery. Thankfully, her owner was willing to surrender her, giving Josie Sue the chance she so deeply deserved.

And through it all... Josie Sue never lost her love for people.

Josie Sue is:
Extremely affectionate and people-loving
A total cuddle bug who thrives on human connectio

Meet Josie Sue

Josie Sue is the kind of dog who has been through it and yet, she still chooses love every single day.

Estimated to be between 810 years old, this beautiful mixed breed girl has a story of resilience thats impossible to ignore. She came from a large-scale hoarding situation where resources were limited and the dogs were left to fend for themselves. Many of them, including the now-safe Vampire Diaries litter, were living on the same property and became critically ill, requiring emergency treatment for parvo.

Josie Sue was the personal dog of the owner, living in the middle of that chaos. When she was rescued, there were concerns she might have mange, but it turned out she needed surgery. Thankfully, her owner was willing to surrender her, giving Josie Sue the chance she so deeply deserved.

And through it all... Josie Sue never lost her love for people.

Josie Sue is:
Extremely affectionate and people-loving
A total cuddle bug who thrives on human connection
Calm, gentle, and happy just being near her person

She greets people with her signature smile and has a way of making you feel instantly loved. After everything shes been through, her ability to trust and bond is truly something special.

Because of her past, Josie Sue can be selective with other dogs; she spent a long time having to navigate a stressful, survival-based env

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How To Adopt

Josie Sue was listed as ADOPTABLE by Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE
How can I adopt Josie Sue?
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 Josie Sue 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 Josie Sue?
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 Josie Sue, 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. MEET & GREET or HOME INTRO 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 meet/home intro, 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. **The adoption fee is either transferable to another adoptable or half is refundable during the 30 day trial. 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 naturesselectshop.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. We also use Purina Pro Plan, Purina One, Kirkland, Open Farm, and other quality brands. ***Questions Answered AHEAD OF TIME! Prior to any meet/home intro, we email adopters an Adoption Resource Guide, providing information on current food and feeding schedule, heartworm & Flea/tick prevention scheduled, crate size, Adoption Contract to review ahead of time, etc.

Josie Sue is from Rural Animal Rescue Effort - RARE

[Franklin, TN]

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...
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