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Rusty

  • Young
  • Female
  • Large

About Rusty

Bothell, WA

Breed

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rusty’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Rusty's Story

Animal Profile: Rusty and her brother are 12 month-old Retriever/Catahoula mix puppies who joined us on 2/23/2025 via our TX partner Saving Shelter Strays. They were found walking down the street together in an area with no houses close by and no one came to the shelter to claim them.<br/><br/>Foster Update:<br/>Rusty is a bright, beautiful, and loving puppy. She is so smart and curious. The outdoors is her favorite place, even when she's tired, she just wants to take a nap out in the yard (unless it's raining, then she's perfectly happy to be indoors). She is pretty shy and is working on her confidence outside of her foster home/yard, but she's made great strides, especially when she realized there are stores specifically for dogs that will give her treats when she goes in! She also loves other dogs and playing with her foster brothers. She's very smart and can get bored easily, but she learns very quickly, and she takes cues from her foster brothers to figure out what she should be doing.<br/>We are looking<br/>for a home with a fenced yard that she can explore and relax in, a canine companion as well as a family with breed and shy dog experience to help continue her confidence building We are not considering apartments for her at this time.<br/><br/>Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $575 which includes spay/neuter, core vaccinations per AVMA standards, heartworm test if applicable, microchip with registration, and health certificate. Your adoption fee may be tax deductible as DGS is a 501c3 organization. All adoption fees go toward the care of all dogs in our rescue.<br/><br/>Apply Online: www.DogGoneSeattle.org/adoption-application<br/><br/>Animal History: This dog is being transferred from our partner in Texas Saving Shelter Strays and arriving via K-9 transport on 02/23/2025 to the Seattle area. This dog will be fostered in the greater Seattle area and available for adoption once evaluated in foster care.

Animal Profile: Rusty and her brother are 12 month-old Retriever/Catahoula mix puppies who joined us on 2/23/2025 via our TX partner Saving Shelter Strays. They were found walking down the street together in an area with no houses close by and no one came to the shelter to claim them.

Foster Update:
Rusty is a bright, beautiful, and loving puppy. She is so smart and curious. The outdoors is her favorite place, even when she's tired, she just wants to take a nap out in the yard (unless it's raining, then she's perfectly happy to be indoors). She is pretty shy and is working on her confidence outside of her foster home/yard, but she's made great strides, especially when she realized there are stores specifically for dogs that will give her treats when she goes in! She also loves other dogs and playing with her foster brothers. She's very smart and can get bored easily, but she learns very quickly, and she takes cues from her foster brothers to figure out what she should be doing.
We are looking
for a home

Animal Profile: Rusty and her brother are 12 month-old Retriever/Catahoula mix puppies who joined us on 2/23/2025 via our TX partner Saving Shelter Strays. They were found walking down the street together in an area with no houses close by and no one came to the shelter to claim them.

Foster Update:
Rusty is a bright, beautiful, and loving puppy. She is so smart and curious. The outdoors is her favorite place, even when she's tired, she just wants to take a nap out in the yard (unless it's raining, then she's perfectly happy to be indoors). She is pretty shy and is working on her confidence outside of her foster home/yard, but she's made great strides, especially when she realized there are stores specifically for dogs that will give her treats when she goes in! She also loves other dogs and playing with her foster brothers. She's very smart and can get bored easily, but she learns very quickly, and she takes cues from her foster brothers to figure out what she should be doing.
We are looking
for a home with a fenced yard that she can explore and relax in, a canine companion as well as a family with breed and shy dog experience to help continue her confidence building We are not considering apartments for her at this time.

Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $575 which includes spay/neuter, core vaccinations per AVMA standards, heartworm test if applicable, microchip with registration, and h

How To Adopt

Rusty was listed as Adoptable by Dog Gone Seattle
How can I adopt Rusty?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Dog Gone Seattle. 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 Rusty 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 Dog Gone Seattle for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rusty?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Dog Gone Seattle will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rusty, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Dog Gone Seattle, and they'll be happy to help!
Dog Gone Seattle's Adoption Policy
Adoption Process: (1) Complete an adoption application at www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-application (2) A case manager will follow up with you typically within 72 hours to let you know if you are a good fit. If you do not hear back within 72 hours, you may follow up by email to adopt@doggoneseattle.org (3) Virtual meet and greet via Facetime or Zoom with foster family (*Depending on dog/location) (4) In person meet and greet with foster family and dog(s) (5) Home visit completed (if required) (6) DGS completes reference checks (7) Review vet records, sign adoption contract, pay adoption fee (8) Welcome home your new family member NOTE: There is no guarantee of adoption at any step in the process. We are a match making organization. We do not adopt first come first serve. Our priority is finding the right home for the dogs in our rescue. Once your adoption application is on file, you may use it for consideration of any adoptable dog in the rescue. A new application does not need to be completed.

Rusty is from Dog Gone Seattle

[Bothell, WA]

Our Mission
Dog Gone Seattle is a Washington based non-profit organization dedicated to saving homless dogs in high kill shelters in Washington and beyond through rescue, foster, and adoption. We are a foster-based organization, and our rescue is 100% funded through adoption fees and donations. We believe every dog deserves a chance at...
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