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Rusty

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium

About Rusty

Paramus, NJ

Breed

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Red / Chestnut / Orange, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Friendly, Athletic, Playful, Brave

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rusty’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has bad compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Rusty's Story

If ever there was a pup in need of a happy ever after, it's Rusty. This boy was the last dog to be pulled from the shelter kill list. Why? It certainly wasn't because he was a bad boy. Instead, it was because of his eye. He had a growth in his eye that was bloody and obscuring his vision. People didn't want to risk taking on his vet bills, but we couldn't let this sweet soul be euthanized. We worked with an excellent rescue partner to pull him out of the shelter and get him veterinary care. We were able to have the growth surgically removed and then waited with bated breath to see if the growth was cancerous. We just got the good news that the growth was completely benign (not cancerous)!!! Hurray for Rusty!<br/><br/>Rusty is about 2 years old and weighs 57 pounds. He gets along wonderfully with people; but we think that he will do best as an only dog since he can be selective (especially with other males). He's a high energy dog (who wouldn't be after regaining sight!) and would do great with an active family. He's good on a leash and good in the car. He's already picked up on a few commands such as 'sit' and he understands 'no.' <br/><br/>Rusty is more than ready to find his forever home and start a new chapter of life - one filled with love, heath and happiness!<br/><br/>- Personality: friendly, affectionate, resilient, active, loves water, good in car<br/>- Good with: people. Will do best as only dog. Has not been cat tested yet.<br/>- Training: knows some basic commands such as "sit" and "no"; leash trained<br/>- Estimated age two years old. <br/>- Weight: 57 pounds<br/>- Medical: vetted, up to date on vaccinations, neutered, microchipped<br/>- Location: Currently located with a foster in Texas, but if adopted, will come to the NJ area on our next transport.<br/><br/>If you have any questions please email: info@friendsforlifeanimalrescue.org<br/><br/>To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/210286667669167<br/><br/>We always need fosters, please join us! https://form.jotform.com/210257395409155<br/><br/>Many other dogs need our help, please consider donating or sponsoring a dog, if possible.<br/><br/>100% of all money received from adoption fees and donations goes directly back to support saving other dogs and cats in need. FFLAR is a 501c(3) non-profit. Please consider donating. We appreciate your support!<br/><br/>Venmo: @friendsforlife-animalrescue OR Zelle: fflpetrescue@gmail.com<br/><br/>To donate monthly, please use this Zeffy link. Note: Please be aware that the “give tip” on the second step is checked by default. The tip goes to Zeffy (not to FFLAR) and you can opt to uncheck it.<br/><br/>https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/763f3cec-69ef-4806-96f6-831021b48466?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL4hbtjbGNrAviFoWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEegHYYwrs5iSMcVVCL-43MA3M6nyqs867FuBqqghj5UXZQjQUoL0h2beNQOdI_aem_rFEk_Kbb7rp9XSLUut_hyw<br/><br/>#fflpetrescue #spayandneuteryourpets #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #savetexasdogs

If ever there was a pup in need of a happy ever after, it's Rusty. This boy was the last dog to be pulled from the shelter kill list. Why? It certainly wasn't because he was a bad boy. Instead, it was because of his eye. He had a growth in his eye that was bloody and obscuring his vision. People didn't want to risk taking on his vet bills, but we couldn't let this sweet soul be euthanized. We worked with an excellent rescue partner to pull him out of the shelter and get him veterinary care. We were able to have the growth surgically removed and then waited with bated breath to see if the growth was cancerous. We just got the good news that the growth was completely benign (not cancerous)!!! Hurray for Rusty!

Rusty is about 2 years old and weighs 57 pounds. He gets along wonderfully with people; but we think that he will do best as an only dog since he can be selective (especially with other males). He's a high energy dog (who wouldn't be after regaining sight!) and would do great with an active family.

If ever there was a pup in need of a happy ever after, it's Rusty. This boy was the last dog to be pulled from the shelter kill list. Why? It certainly wasn't because he was a bad boy. Instead, it was because of his eye. He had a growth in his eye that was bloody and obscuring his vision. People didn't want to risk taking on his vet bills, but we couldn't let this sweet soul be euthanized. We worked with an excellent rescue partner to pull him out of the shelter and get him veterinary care. We were able to have the growth surgically removed and then waited with bated breath to see if the growth was cancerous. We just got the good news that the growth was completely benign (not cancerous)!!! Hurray for Rusty!

Rusty is about 2 years old and weighs 57 pounds. He gets along wonderfully with people; but we think that he will do best as an only dog since he can be selective (especially with other males). He's a high energy dog (who wouldn't be after regaining sight!) and would do great with an active family. He's good on a leash and good in the car. He's already picked up on a few commands such as 'sit' and he understands 'no.'

Rusty is more than ready to find his forever home and start a new chapter of life - one filled with love, heath and happiness!

- Personality: friendly, affectionate, resilient, active, loves water, good in car
- Good with: people. Will do best as only

How To Adopt

Rusty was listed as Adoptable by Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State
How can I adopt Rusty?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State. 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 Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rusty?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State 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 Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State, and they'll be happy to help!
Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State's Adoption Policy
1. Applicant fills out an adoption application. 2. FFLAR contacts applicant's references and vet. 3. FFLAR conducts a Virtual Home Visit (video call) with the potential adopter. We strive to find the best fit for both the adopter family and the dog. 4. If approved, the adopter is walked through the next steps (adoption agreement, deposit, given transport or Meet and Greet details). Please note that some of our dogs are in foster homes within the PA, NJ, area and others arrive on transport from our fosters/rescue partners in Texas. 5. Adopter gets a new "Friend for Life" and a pup is saved.

Rusty is from Friends for Life Animal Rescue Tri-State

[Paramus, NJ]

Our Mission
Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, foster based, volunteer run rescue with foster homes in the Tri-state (PA, NJ, NY) area. Our mission is to rescue abused/tortured, neglected, and unwanted dogs from rural areas of Texas by providing veterinary care and finding them loving forever homes up north. Ext...
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