Owney

FIRST STEPS: Please visit https://www.save-a-mutt.org/adoption-application/ to fill out an application - a Petfinder Inquiry is not the adoption process. We don't do meet and greets until applications have been approved. All our dogs are located IN Washington State - we are a local foster based rescue and no transport from another state required. :) Thanks!<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>Meet Owney! This sweet boy has us scratching our heads. He was found as a stray down in California and was adopted earlier this year. He lived in a foster home with other dogs and was fine, walks on a leash well, the work. <br/><br/>But, then he got adopted to Seattle and city life. Right off the bat the family noticed he was quickly stimulated by all the chaos of city life. Seeing dozens of dogs on a walk stressed him out and working with both a trainer and and a behavioral veterinarian the family has made the tough decision to return him to our rescue... but here's the catch. Being a foster based rescue where every home has other dogs, we don't have a place for him. The family loves him and are willing to hold onto him until we find him the perfect home. Their deciding factor to rehome was a recent trip to the San Juans. With a quiet home without the sheer number of dogs in his face, Owney was a different dog!! He was relaxed and seemed much happier. So...<br/><br/>We are looking for a home that is out of the city - rural would be great and no other dogs. We think that might change in his future. If he's back to a calm baseline, without the city stress, then he might be back to welcoming other dogs in his circle. And MIGHT, only might allow this, maybe with help of a trainer. <br/><br/>Owney LOVES people... his happy nature is great with everyone. We would like to focus on an adult home, or one with older kids. Again, this has to be a placement we think well bring Owney a lifetime of happiness. <br/><br/>His current home sent a list of all the good things about Owney: <br/><br/>Gentle player -- he's very respectful with play, which has allowed the kids to be able to play with him. They'll toss his stuffie and he'll chase it. <br/><br/>Fast learner -- he picked up on the routines of home very quickly and is quick to learn new skills in training. He knows sit, lay down, off, leave it, touch (touches his nose to your hand), turn, go get it. And we've just started nose work and he seems to love it.<br/><br/>Good leash walker -- rarely pulls, never tangles you up and generally walks in a straight line. He likes to sniff but will stop when you gently tell him it's time to move on.<br/><br/>Moderate activity level -- it's easy to meet his activity needs. A 20min walk or some time romping around in the yard are sufficient. And when the weather has been yuck, he's good with some indoor play. If you miss a walk, he's not destructive or antsy inside. <br/><br/>House trained -- he'll let you know when he needs to go out.<br/><br/>Great snuggler -- honestly the best. I was home sick recently and he spent the day curled up on the couch with me.<br/><br/>Social charmer -- he LOVES all people. He's happiest with a full house and charms everyone, from the vet, groomer, mail carrier, neighbors, dog trainer, babysitters. <br/><br/>Our veterinary team things he's about 3 years old. Humphrey weighs 27# and is a taller boy. Now, what the heck is he... poodle? Schnauzer? Hard to say, he's soft like a poodle and it could be the haircut and beard that has us thinking Schnauzer. A groomer friend said he's a Schnocker! Hahahaha. That's a Schnauzer / Cockapoo. Regardless... he's very handsome!! His adopter must be prepared to include grooming in their budget. <br/><br/>This dog is neutered, microchipped and fully vaccinated. He is heart worm negative. Humphrey appears to be housebroken, but will likely need reminders and a schedule in a new home. A feline free home as well please. <br/><br/>The 3-3-3 rule is a guideline for transitioning a rescue dog into its new home and helping it to settle in. It suggests that the first three days should be used for adjusting to its new surroundings, the next three weeks for training and bonding, and the first three months for continued socialization and training.<br/><br/>Each dog goes home with a goody bag including collar/leash, toys, chews, Kong, and more. You will receive all medical records, microchip transfer form and other paperwork at the time of adoption. <br/><br/>Adoptions typically take place in Stanwood. <br/>Adoption fee is $375. Save-A-Mutt is a registered 501c3 and half of your adoption fee may be tax deductible. <br/><br/>Save-A-Mutt is a foster based rescue, we do not have a facility to visit. Our adoptions are typically done Monday - Saturday, we are closed on Sunday’s to give our volunteers at least one day off. You must be available to do meets and adoptions during that time frame. We can make exceptions only with the approval of the foster home.<br/><br/>Please note, we have approximately a 300 mile adoption radius - Portland OR area and Vancouver BC is the farthest north. We don’t ship dogs, once approved you must pick them up in Snohomish County, WA. Canadian adopters must be able to come to Stanwood WA to pick up your puppy.

FIRST STEPS: Please visit https://www.save-a-mutt.org/adoption-application/ to fill out an application - a Petfinder Inquiry is not the adoption process. We don't do meet and greets until applications have been approved. All our dogs are located IN Washington State - we are a local foster based rescue and no transport from another state required. :) Thanks!

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Meet Owney! This sweet boy has us scratching our heads. He was found as a stray down in California and was adopted earlier this year. He lived in a foster home with other dogs and was fine, walks on a leash well, the work.

But, then he got adopted to Seattle and city life. Right off the bat the family noticed he was quickly stimulated by all the chaos of city life. Seeing dozens of dogs on a walk stressed him out and working with both a trainer and and a behavioral veterinarian the family has made the tough decision to return him to our rescue... but here's the catch. Being a foster based rescue where every home has other dogs, we don't hav

FIRST STEPS: Please visit https://www.save-a-mutt.org/adoption-application/ to fill out an application - a Petfinder Inquiry is not the adoption process. We don't do meet and greets until applications have been approved. All our dogs are located IN Washington State - we are a local foster based rescue and no transport from another state required. :) Thanks!

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Meet Owney! This sweet boy has us scratching our heads. He was found as a stray down in California and was adopted earlier this year. He lived in a foster home with other dogs and was fine, walks on a leash well, the work.

But, then he got adopted to Seattle and city life. Right off the bat the family noticed he was quickly stimulated by all the chaos of city life. Seeing dozens of dogs on a walk stressed him out and working with both a trainer and and a behavioral veterinarian the family has made the tough decision to return him to our rescue... but here's the catch. Being a foster based rescue where every home has other dogs, we don't have a place for him. The family loves him and are willing to hold onto him until we find him the perfect home. Their deciding factor to rehome was a recent trip to the San Juans. With a quiet home without the sheer number of dogs in his face, Owney was a different dog!! He was relaxed and seemed much happier. So...

We are looking for a home that is out of the city - rural would be great and