Rusty

<div style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 600px; margin: auto;"><br/> <p style="font-size: 18px; color: #2c3e50;"><strong> Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!</strong></p><br/> <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50;"> Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At <strong>Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin</strong>, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!<br/><br/> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/muttlifewi" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi </a><br/> <a href="https://muttlife.org" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">Visit our website: Muttlife.org</a><br> </p></div><br/>__________<br/>Rusty Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Looking for His Forever Home<br/><br/>Rusty has arrived in Wisconsin and is currently settling into his foster home with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. He is doing well and is now ready to find a loving forever family.<br/><br/>Meet Rusty<br/><br/>Rusty is an approximately 1–2-year-old Australian Shepherd mix who is ready for a second chance. He was heartbreakingly found abandoned in a hotel room by his previous owner, left alone for days with no food or water. After being discovered, animal control picked him up before getting the opportunity to travel to Wisconsin for a fresh start.<br/><br/>Despite everything he has been through, Rusty is incredibly sweet and friendly. He enjoys being around people and has a gentle, loving personality. Rusty has tested friendly with dogs and kids, making him a great fit for many family environments. He has not yet been tested with cats.<br/><br/>Rusty has likely lived in a home before and may already be potty trained, though that isn’t guaranteed. He walks well on a leash and seems eager to please. As he settles into a new routine, he may need some refreshers with crate training and home life, but he has a great foundation.<br/><br/>At around 45 pounds, Rusty is a wonderful medium size and would love a home where he can go for walks, continue learning, and finally feel safe and loved.<br/><br/>Rusty has already endured so much, but he remains a resilient, loving dog who is ready to begin the next chapter of his life with a family of his own.<br/><br/>Rusty at a glance<br/><br/>Age: Approx. 1–2 years<br/>Gender: Male<br/>Weight: 45 lbs<br/>Breed: Australian Shepherd mix<br/>Spayed/Neutered: Not yet<br/>Potty Trained: Likely, but unsure<br/>Crate Trained: Unsure<br/>Leash Manners: Good<br/>Good with Dogs: Yes<br/>Good with Cats: Not tested<br/>Good with Kids: Yes<br/><br/>Rusty has made the journey to Wisconsin and is ready to find the loving home he deserves.<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting Rusty, please apply today:<br/>www.muttlife.org<br/><br/>Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up-to-date dewormer, vaccinations, heartworm prevention (age appropriate), and certified veterinarian inspection within 30 days of adoption. <br/>__________<br/><br/>Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply!<br/><br/>https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies<br/>_________<br/><br/>ADOPTION PROCESS:<br/>1.) Apply: Fill out an adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents.<br/><br/>2.) Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email.<br/><br/>3.) Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: After approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5-day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure it's the right fit.<br/><br/>4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue.<br/><br/>5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process, we conduct a home visit either in person or via Zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have.<br/><br/>6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI, or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $125 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old.<br/><br/>**Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

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Rusty Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Looking for His Forever Home

Rusty has arrived in Wisconsin and is currently settling into his foster home with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. He is doing well and is now ready to find a l

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Rusty Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Looking for His Forever Home

Rusty has arrived in Wisconsin and is currently settling into his foster home with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. He is doing well and is now ready to find a loving forever family.

Meet Rusty

Rusty is an approximately 1–2-year-old Australian Shepherd mix who is ready for a second chance. He was heartbreakingly found abandoned in a hotel room by his previous owner, left alone for days with no food or water. After being discovered, animal control picked him up before getting the opportunity to travel to Wisconsin for a fresh start.
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