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Russet

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • Mixed Breed

About Russet

Hamilton, OH

Breed

Mixed Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Coat: Short
White / Cream, Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Russet’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

Please contact the shelter about adoption fee

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Russet's Story

Russet is an absolute sweetheart with a gentle, loving personality. He rides like a perfect gentleman in the car and hops in and out with ease.<br/><br/>This sweet potato is easy to walk with just a little leash pulling and has great manners, he's respectful around food and takes treats gently. Russet is super smart who knows sit, down, stay, lie down, speak and shake with both paws and is eager to please.<br/><br/>He's done well with kids, showed no reaction to other dogs through a fence, and passed his dog test. Russet loves toys especially playing with a tennis ball and enjoys attention. He allows full body handling with no issues.<br/><br/>Potty Trained<br/><br/>Medium energy<br/><br/>*No other animals- resource guards toys ( see note below)<br/><br/>Great with kids<br/><br/>Gentle with treats<br/>Easy to walk<br/>Loves fetch<br/>Very sweet disposition<br/>LOVES stuffy toys- resource guards them<br/>Allows full body touch<br/>Vetting tolerance with A+<br/><br/>*UPDATE BEHAVIOR ASSESSEMENT:<br/><br/>Russet seems to do better with dogs who are not invasive and respects his space which results in no resource guarding of his toys<br/><br/><br/>Russet is current on shots, licensed, and microchipped. All dogs over 6 months have been heartworm tested, and all dogs are treated monthly for fleas/ticks and are on Heartworm prevention (NexGard PLUS). All pets are spayed/neutered prior to a finalized adoption. All our dogs receive a behavior assessment before being placed for adoption to determine initial behaviors towards people and other dogs in the shelter environment. If you have questions about an animal please come to the shelter during our operating hours or email AnimalServices@bcohio.gov.<br/><br/>WE HAVE MORE PETS IN THE SHELTER THAT ARE NOT ON PETFINDER.<br/>For our most up to date list of adoptable animals and access to our adoption application please visit: https://www.animalfriendshs.org/adopt/<br/><br/>Dog Adoption Fees:<br/>Puppies under 6 months: $200<br/>Adult Dogs 6 months and over but less than 8 years : $95<br/>Senior Dogs 8+ years old: $50<br/><br/>Breed listings: Please note that Animal Friends recognizes current research showing that the large majority of breed guesses on shelter dogs are inaccurate and that only a small percentage of an animals genetics make up their physical appearance. People visiting the shelter in person or viewing animals on our website will note that all of our dogs are labeled as Mixed Breeds unless they have been DNA tested or are surrendered to the shelter with paperwork. Any potential breeds listed here on PetFinder are not assumed to be accurate and are merely a starting point for people to be able to search for a dog who may visually resemble a breed they are interested in. We feel that the best matches are made based on a dogs individual personality and recommend families come meet our animals in person. Please reach out with any questions!

Russet is an absolute sweetheart with a gentle, loving personality. He rides like a perfect gentleman in the car and hops in and out with ease.

This sweet potato is easy to walk with just a little leash pulling and has great manners, he's respectful around food and takes treats gently. Russet is super smart who knows sit, down, stay, lie down, speak and shake with both paws and is eager to please.

He's done well with kids, showed no reaction to other dogs through a fence, and passed his dog test. Russet loves toys especially playing with a tennis ball and enjoys attention. He allows full body handling with no issues.

Potty Trained

Medium energy

*No other animals- resource guards toys ( see note below)

Great with kids

Gentle with treats
Easy to walk
Loves fetch
Very sweet disposition
LOVES stuffy toys- resource guards them
Allows full body touch
Vetting tolerance with A+

*UPDATE BEHAVIOR ASSESSEMENT:

Russet seems to do bet

Russet is an absolute sweetheart with a gentle, loving personality. He rides like a perfect gentleman in the car and hops in and out with ease.

This sweet potato is easy to walk with just a little leash pulling and has great manners, he's respectful around food and takes treats gently. Russet is super smart who knows sit, down, stay, lie down, speak and shake with both paws and is eager to please.

He's done well with kids, showed no reaction to other dogs through a fence, and passed his dog test. Russet loves toys especially playing with a tennis ball and enjoys attention. He allows full body handling with no issues.

Potty Trained

Medium energy

*No other animals- resource guards toys ( see note below)

Great with kids

Gentle with treats
Easy to walk
Loves fetch
Very sweet disposition
LOVES stuffy toys- resource guards them
Allows full body touch
Vetting tolerance with A+

*UPDATE BEHAVIOR ASSESSEMENT:

Russet seems to do better with dogs who are not invasive and respects his space which results in no resource guarding of his toys


Russet is current on shots, licensed, and microchipped. All dogs over 6 months have been heartworm tested, and all dogs are treated monthly for fleas/ticks and are on Heartworm prevention (NexGard PLUS). All pets are spayed/neutered prior to a finalized adoption. All our dogs r

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How To Adopt

Russet was listed as ADOPTABLE by Animal Friends Humane Society
How can I adopt Russet?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Animal Friends Humane Society. 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 Russet 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 Animal Friends Humane Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Russet?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Animal Friends Humane Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Russet, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Animal Friends Humane Society, and they'll be happy to help!
Animal Friends Humane Society's Adoption Policy
Although we do not currently require appointments for adoptions, an adoption application must be approved before anyone is able to meet with our adoptable animals while accompanied by one of our staff or experienced volunteers. You're encouraged to submit our adoption application ahead of your visit to be pre-approved. Click the link to the right to download our adoption application. Adoption Fees: Cats Kittens – 4 months and under: $40 Cats - 5 months and over: $25 Senior Cats (7+ years old): $10 *As of 3/1/24, we will not be providing a free cardboard carrier for adopted cats. Please bring a carrier or you can purchase a cardboard carrier for $5 at the time of adoption. Dogs Puppies – 4 months and under: $200 Dogs 5 months and over: $95 Senior Dogs (7+ years old): $50 All of Our Animals are… Spayed/Neutered Current on shots Licensed (for dogs) Microchipped for permanent identification All of our Adopters Receive… A free bag of Science Diet food 30 days of free pet insurance through 24PetWatch Pet Insurance Please Note… All dogs must leave the shelter with a collar and a leash. All cats must leave the shelter in a carrier. You can bring these item(s) with you or purchase them at the shelter.

Russet is from Animal Friends Humane Society

[Hamilton, OH]

Our Mission
Our mission is to promote humane principles, protect lost, homeless, abandoned and mistreated animals, and act as advocates for animals in our communities.
Today's hours: 12 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
1820 Princeton Road Hamilton, OH, 45011

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