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Mary Alice

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Pit Bull Terrier
  • Mixed Breed

About Mary Alice

Fairfax Station, VA

Breed

Pit Bull Terrier&Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Personality
Cat Friendly

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Adoption Fee

Please contact the shelter about adoption fee

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Mary Alice's Story

-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 50 lbs <br/><br/>-ESTIMATED AGE: 2 years<br/><br/>-KNOWN WITH DOGS: Mary Alice can be selective with her dog friends. <br/><br/>-KNOWN WITH CATS: Mary has met cats at the farm and done well. She was interested in them when they ran but showed no prey drive.<br/><br/>-KNOWN WITH KIDS: Mary Alice can be nervous with younger kids so we recommend children 12+ <br/><br/>-KNOWN CUES: Sit, Paw, Come<br/><br/>-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: Mary Alice settles nicely in her crate once used to her environment.<br/><br/>-KNOWN LIKES: Snuggles with trusted people.<br/><br/>-KNOWN DISLIKES: Unknown<br/><br/><br/>BACKGROUND: Mary Alice - or just "Mary" to her friends - came to us after being found wandering by one of our rural shelter partners with a devastating gunshot injury to her face. Thankfully, she was found quickly and rushed in for emergency care. She is still continuing her recovery journey, and our team is happy to talk more about what that looks like and how we'll support her every step of the way.<br/><br/>While it's unfortunate that Mary has been with us longer than she deserves, we've been lucky enough to really get to know the sweet soul behind those gentle eyes. Mary is an incredibly loving, soft-hearted pittie girl who just wants to feel safe and loved. She's gentle, affectionate once she's comfortable with you, and gets along well with other well-mannered pups. She absolutely adores soft treats - honestly, treats are the fastest way to this girl's heart.<br/><br/>One of the most amazing things about Mary is how resilient she is. Despite everything she's been through, the long-term management of her injury is actually very simple. She just needs soft food and treats and for her people to generally keep an eye on things, but otherwise her care is surprisingly easy to manage.<br/><br/>Mary is a total ham bone sweetheart who deserves a home where she can finally relax, cuddle up, and be cherished the way she's always deserved. Anyone would be lucky to have this resilient, loving girl by their side.<br/><br/>Because of her recent trauma, we are still learning more about Mary Alice, but she has been amazing with our staff, who already adores her pint-size and adorable squishy face.<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: trailshomefarm@homewardtrails.org<br/><br/>PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:<br/><br/>http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/<br/><br/>HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Fill out the application and we will follow up with you! <br/><br/>LOCATION: Foster Home<br/><br/>ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Trails Home Farm<br/><br/>ADOPTION FEE: WAIVED! We thank Sensational Smiles by Dr. Mary-Stuart Gallian for their generous sponsorship of Mary Alice which means she is FREE! Her adoption fee has been sponsored by Sensational Smiles by Dr. Mary-Stuart Gallian! You can learn more about them at dentistinfairfax.com.<br/><br/>------<br/>HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:<br/>-Spay/Neuter<br/>-First 3 distemper series vaccines and dewormings<br/>-Rabies vaccine* age appropriate at time of adoption<br/>-Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees<br/>-Current on heartworm preventative<br/>-Current on flea/tick preventative<br/><br/>----<br/>EXCLUSIVE HTAR ADOPTER BENEFITS:<br/><br/>-$15 off your first chewy order of $49.00 or more<br/>-Exclusive pet insurance offers<br/>- $250 coverage at any VCA Hospital in the country<br/>-COMPLIMENTARY FIRST EXAMS at 10 DC-Area veterinarians <br/>- Free year-round dog training<br/>- KEEP YOUR PET SAFE: Homeward Trails is proud to offer PetLink GPS trackers that will allow you to know where your pet is in real time.**Exclusive for HT Adopters (does not include subscription plan): $50 Check it out here: https://landing.petlink.net/gps-dog-tracker<br/>-A portion of EVERY ADOPTION FEE supports spay/neuter efforts in under resourced communities<br/>-Free doggy day care offers<br/>-EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS for Homeward Trails events and merchandise<br/>-Win a $50 Amazon gift card

-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 50 lbs

-ESTIMATED AGE: 2 years

-KNOWN WITH DOGS: Mary Alice can be selective with her dog friends.

-KNOWN WITH CATS: Mary has met cats at the farm and done well. She was interested in them when they ran but showed no prey drive.

-KNOWN WITH KIDS: Mary Alice can be nervous with younger kids so we recommend children 12+

-KNOWN CUES: Sit, Paw, Come

-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: Mary Alice settles nicely in her crate once used to her environment.

-KNOWN LIKES: Snuggles with trusted people.

-KNOWN DISLIKES: Unknown


BACKGROUND: Mary Alice - or just "Mary" to her friends - came to us after being found wandering by one of our rural shelter partners with a devastating gunshot injury to her face. Thankfully, she was found quickly and rushed in for emergency care. She is still continuing her recovery journey, and our team is happy to talk more about what that looks like and how we'll support her every step of the

-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 50 lbs

-ESTIMATED AGE: 2 years

-KNOWN WITH DOGS: Mary Alice can be selective with her dog friends.

-KNOWN WITH CATS: Mary has met cats at the farm and done well. She was interested in them when they ran but showed no prey drive.

-KNOWN WITH KIDS: Mary Alice can be nervous with younger kids so we recommend children 12+

-KNOWN CUES: Sit, Paw, Come

-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: Mary Alice settles nicely in her crate once used to her environment.

-KNOWN LIKES: Snuggles with trusted people.

-KNOWN DISLIKES: Unknown


BACKGROUND: Mary Alice - or just "Mary" to her friends - came to us after being found wandering by one of our rural shelter partners with a devastating gunshot injury to her face. Thankfully, she was found quickly and rushed in for emergency care. She is still continuing her recovery journey, and our team is happy to talk more about what that looks like and how we'll support her every step of the way.

While it's unfortunate that Mary has been with us longer than she deserves, we've been lucky enough to really get to know the sweet soul behind those gentle eyes. Mary is an incredibly loving, soft-hearted pittie girl who just wants to feel safe and loved. She's gentle, affectionate once she's comfortable with you, and gets along well with other well-mannered pups. She absolutely ad

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How To Adopt

Mary Alice was listed as Adoptable by Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc.
How can I adopt Mary Alice?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc.. 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 Mary Alice 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 Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc. for details on the pet.
When can I meet Mary Alice?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc. will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Mary Alice, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc., and they'll be happy to help!
Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc.'s Adoption Policy
Adopting a pet is a SERIOUS COMMITMENT. We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adding a fuzzy member to their family to do their research and be ready for this commitment. Take a moment to read through this short but helpful Are You Ready to Adopt? page. And please carefully consider the financial obligation you will take on when adopting a new family member. It is important to be sure you can properly care for your pet now and in the future. We will also be happy to work with you to figure out what kind of pet is best for you. If you want to have a pet in your home but aren’t sure you can make the 10-20 year commitment, consider fostering pets. Homeward Trails Animal Rescue will work directly with you, the prospective adopter, providing individualized attention and support in order to help you find the perfect pet for your family. We also suggest you take the time to read through the many resource documents on our website to prepare yourself for the many things that adoption will bring! We provide as much information on each animal’s history, disposition and health as we can gather. We strongly believe that honesty is the best policy. We want each of our animals to find the RIGHT home, not just ANY home. Likewise, we want you to find the pet who best matches your lifestyle and interests. Pet Adoption Questionnaire and Interview You will first be required to complete our Adoption Questionnaire through our ShlelterLuv system. Once received, an HT rep will contact you via phone or e-mail. If it seems you are a good fit for each other based on the info you provided, a phone interview will follow. If you are renting, we require proof that you are allowed to have a pet as well as any breed or size restrictions that may exist. If you have pets or did previously, we require your vet information and we will call them to verify that your pets are in good health, current on vaccines and spayed/neutered. We require that all pets in the home be spayed/neutered unless there are health reasons that can be verified with the vet. Pet Adoption Agreement In our Adoption Agreement, we require that every animal be spayed/neutered (if not prior to adoption) by a specific date. This is VERY important as the overpopulation of dogs and cats in our country is a sad result of too many unplanned litters! If for any reason the match is not as perfect as we all had hoped, the dog or cat must be returned to Homeward Trails, not given away or turned in to a shelter. Serious fines apply to violators of the Homeward Trails Agreement to Adopt. So be clear about what you are signing and be prepared to abide by the contract. It is legally binding and we take it very seriously. Note: Homeward Trails requires adopters to be at least 21 years of age. We will require proof of age to finalize any adoption. Pet Adoption Fee Homeward Trails’ adoption fees range depending on type of animal, the originating shelter and the vetting the animal has received. Our adoption fees are set to allow us to cover our expenses as well as to help other animals in our program that require additional care. Our fees cover vetting costs, shelter fees, fuel for transport, copying and printing of contracts and paperwork, our website presence, food, boarding, behavioral training and additional medical care. It is important to note that while the animal you adopt may not require all of these things, many other animals in our system do. Thus, any “extra” money from adoption fees goes to help those animals who may require additional care. By adopting from Homeward Trails, you are not saving just one life, you are helping to save others as well. Benefits for HT Adopters Every adopted Homeward Trails animal comes with 30 days of free pet health insurance. We are proud to partner with the following veterinarians who offer a free first exam for your animal, exclusively for HT adopters: Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Sunshine Animal Hospital and Clarendon Animal Care and all VCA Animal Hospitals. Additionally, any VCA hospital will cover illnesses up to $250 at no cost to any Homeward Trails adopter. We also provide a 30-minute phone consult with a professional dog trainer at Fur-Get Me Not within the first 30 days of adopting - just for HT adopters in the Arlington/Alexandria area. Start your new dog out on the right foot with this valuable, expert advice and guidance FREE! Our Foster Program Help us save more lives by becoming a foster! Fosters are like way stations between under resourced shelters and forever homes. We need fosters so that we can save dogs and cats before they are euthanized at the shelters. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please check out our information about fostering by visiting http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program/

Mary Alice is from Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Inc.

[Fairfax Station, VA]

Our Mission
About: Homeward Trails Animal Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides pet adoption in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland. We find homes for dogs and cats rescued from low-income, rural animal shelters or whose owners can no longer care for them. History: Homeward Trails started by accident! In Decemb...
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