Spencer

Spencer was surrendered to rescue as a possible dump/abuse case. Spencer found his way to one of our regular fosters who takes in dogs in need and contacts us to rehome and vet them. She stated that she believed Spencer had been abused in his past because he was very scared and not trusting of people. He seems to shy away from sudden movements like he has been hit. He may attempt to bite if he feels scared or threatened. Spencer takes a good long while to trust (he took a month or two here to really settle down and feel safe enough for us to pet him and where he would come to us when called). He will need a very patient, understanding family/home. Spencer is such a kind, sweet boy though and once he feels safe, his loving nature really shines through. Spencer does great with other dogs and would probably do fine with cats as he tends to mind his own business and not mess with others. We do not recommend him for smaller children because he is fearful and sudden movements or grabbing at him could cause a bite, although Spencer prefers flight to fight but if cornered, he might feel the need to defend himself. Only persons who can understand that Spencer needs his space and time should consider adding him to their family. Spencer is crate trained and will utilize a crate as his "safe space". He will go in on his own and is quite comfortable and content in his crate. Spencer is a wonderful boy who has just had a difficult start in his young life but with a little time, patience and love, he will blossom into a valued member of the family. <br/>Spencer saw the vet on 1/13/26 and was found to have no issues. He has been started on Simparica Trio for flea control and heartworm prevention with us and had a negative heartworm test. He did test positive for hookworms and tapes were observed in his stool so we dewormed him with Drontal. Spencer weighed 15.46 pounds as of 1/13/26. He is fully vetted now and ready to find his forever family.<br/>If interested in giving Spencer his forever home, please submit your interest and your adoption application via email or text ONLY to 352-215-3260 (phone calls will not be answered or returned from this number). Spencer's adoption fee will be $200 to help cover the cost of his vetting and daily care while with us. We will only consider applicants who complete the adoption application and will determine whether the applicant would be a good fit for Spencer based on the info provided in the application. If we feel that you will be a good match for him, we will set up a meet and greet appointment with you.

Spencer was surrendered to rescue as a possible dump/abuse case. Spencer found his way to one of our regular fosters who takes in dogs in need and contacts us to rehome and vet them. She stated that she believed Spencer had been abused in his past because he was very scared and not trusting of people. He seems to shy away from sudden movements like he has been hit. He may attempt to bite if he feels scared or threatened. Spencer takes a good long while to trust (he took a month or two here to really settle down and feel safe enough for us to pet him and where he would come to us when called). He will need a very patient, understanding family/home. Spencer is such a kind, sweet boy though and once he feels safe, his loving nature really shines through. Spencer does great with other dogs and would probably do fine with cats as he tends to mind his own business and not mess with others. We do not recommend him for smaller children because he is fearful and sudden movements or grabbing at him could cause a bite, although Spencer

Spencer was surrendered to rescue as a possible dump/abuse case. Spencer found his way to one of our regular fosters who takes in dogs in need and contacts us to rehome and vet them. She stated that she believed Spencer had been abused in his past because he was very scared and not trusting of people. He seems to shy away from sudden movements like he has been hit. He may attempt to bite if he feels scared or threatened. Spencer takes a good long while to trust (he took a month or two here to really settle down and feel safe enough for us to pet him and where he would come to us when called). He will need a very patient, understanding family/home. Spencer is such a kind, sweet boy though and once he feels safe, his loving nature really shines through. Spencer does great with other dogs and would probably do fine with cats as he tends to mind his own business and not mess with others. We do not recommend him for smaller children because he is fearful and sudden movements or grabbing at him could cause a bite, although Spencer prefers flight to fight but if cornered, he might feel the need to defend himself. Only persons who can understand that Spencer needs his space and time should consider adding him to their family. Spencer is crate trained and will utilize a crate as his "safe space". He will go in on his own and is quite comfortable and content in his crate. Spencer is a wonderful boy who has just had a difficult