Leigh Hound Mix Itasca, IL

FAST FACTS:
*4 Years Old, 48 Pounds (needs to gain weight)
*Sweet, Loving, Smart, Devoted
*Medium Energy
*People Friendly (older children because of jumping)
*Dog Friendly
*Potty Trained
*Crate Trained
*Fenced Yard Preferred
*Training Required

BIO:
Hi everyone, my name is Leigh, and my backstory is both sad and familiar. I was picked up as a stray in Texas and brought to an overcrowded local shelter, where I stood little chance of being adopted. What a happy day it was when FTF rescued me and placed me with a wonderful foster family. They are helping me slowly put on weight (I need to gain another 10 pounds or so) and acquaint myself with the comforts—and safety—of a home. It took no time for me to rediscover how much I love being near people. In fact, I want to have someone within eyesight at all times. I adore being petted, and when you stop, I’ll stare up at you with my soulful brown eyes until you resume. Just avoid touching my back end, though. My foster mom suspects that quirk is related to previous mistreatment, and with time, I’ll likely get over it.

Indoors, when I’m not on “shadow duty,” I enjoy destuffing plush toys, playing with my foster canine siblings, and snoozing in a soft, cozy dog bed. I’m also having fun learning new things, including fetch and some basic obedience skills (I’ve almost mastered sit, down, come, touch, and leave it). My foster mom says I’m very smart and highly treat-motivated, so I catch on quickly. Outside, nothing is better than going on long walks—so much to see and smell! I generally have good leash manners, except when I encounter a squirrel or rabbit and pull in their direction. I’m always happy to meet new people and pooches. Although I sometimes bark when I see another dog approaching. I’m easily redirected.

A few other facts about me. I’m fully potty trained and will pace/whine by the door when I need to go out. As for my crate, just toss in a treat, and I’ll go right in. Finally, I’m getting the hang of jumping into the car. Make sure to slip the seat belt through my harness, though, so that I don’t jump out when you open the door.

I hope my bio and photo showing my velvet-soft floppy ears and beautiful markings has convinced you to fill out an adoption application. I’m so looking forward to meeting you!

Love and licks,
Leigh

ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS, NO EXCEPTIONS:
*ADOPTION FEE: $375
*Be at least 21 years of age
*Live in a 50-mile radius of Itasca, within the Illinois border
*Have the knowledge and agreement of all adults living in the household
*Have approval from owner of residence (written in lease)
*Have a valid ID with current address (please provide proof of address if ID address is not up-to-date)
*Be approved as a suitable adoptive home by Fetching Tails Foundation
*Be prepared to make a lifetime commitment
*QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR POLICIES? All your answers here: https://www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org/faq

If interested please fill out an application on our website at www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org; please make sure you fill in every required field/question or your submission will not go through. Please note that we take time to learn as much as we can about each dog in our care and our bios are our current observations; we are unable to make any guarantees on the future health or temperament of your adopted dog. Most dogs in our care come with unknown pre-rescue history and as such breed and age estimates are an educated guess.