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Rooney

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Hound

About Rooney

Westwood, NJ

Breed

HoundMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rooney’s Compatibility

    This pet has bad compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Rooney's Story

Meet Rooney<br/>Age: 3 years<br/>Weight: 52 lbs<br/>Breed: Mixed Hound<br/>Sex: Female (spayed)<br/><br/>Rooney is a sweet, sensitive hound girl looking for a calm, predictable home where she can feel safe and loved. She bonds deeply with her person and would make a wonderful companion for someone who works from home or simply enjoys having a loyal dog nearby. She loves sleeping close to her human and has peacefully slept in bed with both her current foster and her former owners.<br/><br/>Ideal Home<br/><br/>Rooney needs a low-traffic home with no young children. Older, dog-savvy children may be appropriate as long as they understand her boundaries and the home environment remains quiet.<br/>She can be nervous around new people—especially men—and will need a patient adopter who can give her time and space to warm up. Slow, gentle introductions work best for her.<br/><br/>With Guests<br/><br/>Rooney is wary of strangers and prefers a calm, structured approach when meeting new people. Her adopter should be prepared to manage her space during visits and help her feel secure.<br/><br/>Other Pets<br/><br/>Rooney displays resource guarding around food, toys, and treats. For this reason, she will do best as an only dog so she can relax without feeling the need to compete.<br/><br/>Outdoor Needs<br/><br/>Rooney requires a secure, fenced yard. Her previous owners reported that she spent a lot of time outside and is trained on an invisible fence. She also typically does not poop on walks and prefers to use the yard instead.<br/><br/><br/>She is housebroken and crate trained.<br/><br/>Personality<br/><br/>Rooney is affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she can be near her person. She is not suited for a busy household, but for someone looking for a devoted companion, she will be a wonderfully attached and loving partner.<br/><br/>To apply to adopt Rooney go to www.peace4paws.org/adoption-application on a laptop or computer.

Meet Rooney
Age: 3 years
Weight: 52 lbs
Breed: Mixed Hound
Sex: Female (spayed)

Rooney is a sweet, sensitive hound girl looking for a calm, predictable home where she can feel safe and loved. She bonds deeply with her person and would make a wonderful companion for someone who works from home or simply enjoys having a loyal dog nearby. She loves sleeping close to her human and has peacefully slept in bed with both her current foster and her former owners.

Ideal Home

Rooney needs a low-traffic home with no young children. Older, dog-savvy children may be appropriate as long as they understand her boundaries and the home environment remains quiet.
She can be nervous around new people—especially men—and will need a patient adopter who can give her time and space to warm up. Slow, gentle introductions work best for her.

With Guests

Rooney is wary of strangers and prefers a calm, structured approach when meeting new people. Her adopter should be prepared to manage h

Meet Rooney
Age: 3 years
Weight: 52 lbs
Breed: Mixed Hound
Sex: Female (spayed)

Rooney is a sweet, sensitive hound girl looking for a calm, predictable home where she can feel safe and loved. She bonds deeply with her person and would make a wonderful companion for someone who works from home or simply enjoys having a loyal dog nearby. She loves sleeping close to her human and has peacefully slept in bed with both her current foster and her former owners.

Ideal Home

Rooney needs a low-traffic home with no young children. Older, dog-savvy children may be appropriate as long as they understand her boundaries and the home environment remains quiet.
She can be nervous around new people—especially men—and will need a patient adopter who can give her time and space to warm up. Slow, gentle introductions work best for her.

With Guests

Rooney is wary of strangers and prefers a calm, structured approach when meeting new people. Her adopter should be prepared to manage her space during visits and help her feel secure.

Other Pets

Rooney displays resource guarding around food, toys, and treats. For this reason, she will do best as an only dog so she can relax without feeling the need to compete.

Outdoor Needs

Rooney requires a secure, fenced yard. Her previous owners reported that she spent a lot of time outside and is trained on

How To Adopt

Rooney was listed as Adoptable by Peace4Paws Inc.
How can I adopt Rooney?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Peace4Paws 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 Rooney 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 Peace4Paws Inc. for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rooney?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Peace4Paws Inc. will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rooney, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Peace4Paws Inc., and they'll be happy to help!
Peace4Paws Inc.'s Adoption Policy
Adoption application fully screened. Home visit. Contract. $450 adoption fee for adult dogs and $500 adoption fee for puppies.

Rooney is from Peace4Paws Inc.

[Westwood, NJ]

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