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Thelma

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Large
  • Shepherd
  • Shepherd

About Thelma

Milton, GA

Breed

Shepherd&ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Thelma’s Compatibility

    This pet has good 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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Thelma's Story

Meet Thelma & Louise — bonded, gentle, and deserving of another forever. (Louise)<br/><br/>Just over seven years ago, Thelma and Louise left our rescue together and were welcomed into a home where they were truly family. They were cherished, deeply loved, and given a life full of comfort, stability, and devotion. <br/><br/>Then tragedy struck — and through no fault of their own, they found themselves back with us.<br/><br/>Now just over seven years old, Thelma and Louise are scared and confused. The people they loved are gone, and everything familiar disappeared at once. Through it all, they have leaned on each other, staying close, quiet, and gentle.<br/><br/>They are the definition of easy companions:<br/><br/><br/> Fully house trained<br/> Calm, well-mannered, and proven in a homeNo barking, even in our busiest rescue environment<br/> No chewing, no chaos — just peaceful presence<br/> Completely non-reactive to other dogs<br/> Sweet, affectionate, and endlessly lovable<br/><br/><br/>These girls don't ask for much. A soft place to rest. A calm home. Patience while their hearts heal. And most importantly — they must stay together. Their bond is their comfort, their safety, and their constant.<br/><br/>Thelma & Louise have already known love. They deserve to know it again.<br/>If your home has room for two quiet souls who will fill it with gratitude and gentle affection, these girls are waiting — together, as they always have been.<br/><br/>Apply for consideration to adopt at www.ruffdogrescue.org <br/><br/>Please note, we receive a large number of applications. We appreciate your patience as we complete our review processes. A personal interview, reference checks, meet and greet with pet, home visit and a solid vet history are required for adoption. <br/><br/>Ruff Dog Rescue—Turning RUFF Starts into New Beginnings.

Meet Thelma & Louise — bonded, gentle, and deserving of another forever. (Louise)

Just over seven years ago, Thelma and Louise left our rescue together and were welcomed into a home where they were truly family. They were cherished, deeply loved, and given a life full of comfort, stability, and devotion.

Then tragedy struck — and through no fault of their own, they found themselves back with us.

Now just over seven years old, Thelma and Louise are scared and confused. The people they loved are gone, and everything familiar disappeared at once. Through it all, they have leaned on each other, staying close, quiet, and gentle.

They are the definition of easy companions:


Fully house trained
Calm, well-mannered, and proven in a homeNo barking, even in our busiest rescue environment
No chewing, no chaos — just peaceful presence
Completely non-reactive to other dogs
Sweet, affectionate, and endlessly lovable


These girls don't ask for much. A soft

Meet Thelma & Louise — bonded, gentle, and deserving of another forever. (Louise)

Just over seven years ago, Thelma and Louise left our rescue together and were welcomed into a home where they were truly family. They were cherished, deeply loved, and given a life full of comfort, stability, and devotion.

Then tragedy struck — and through no fault of their own, they found themselves back with us.

Now just over seven years old, Thelma and Louise are scared and confused. The people they loved are gone, and everything familiar disappeared at once. Through it all, they have leaned on each other, staying close, quiet, and gentle.

They are the definition of easy companions:


Fully house trained
Calm, well-mannered, and proven in a homeNo barking, even in our busiest rescue environment
No chewing, no chaos — just peaceful presence
Completely non-reactive to other dogs
Sweet, affectionate, and endlessly lovable


These girls don't ask for much. A soft place to rest. A calm home. Patience while their hearts heal. And most importantly — they must stay together. Their bond is their comfort, their safety, and their constant.

Thelma & Louise have already known love. They deserve to know it again.
If your home has room for two quiet souls who will fill it with gratitude and gentle affection, these girls are waiting — together, as they al

How To Adopt

Thelma was listed as Adoptable by Ruff Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Thelma?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Ruff Dog Rescue. 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 Thelma 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 Ruff Dog Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Thelma?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Ruff Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Thelma, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Ruff Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Ruff Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
Ruff Dog Rescue FIRST requires a submitted adoption application; Vet reference required. We will then schedule a meet and greet with the requested pet. A home visit will be conducted prior to finalizing an adoption. Visit our website at to submit an application to foster or adopt. All of our animals are examined by a veterinarian, spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, heartworm tested, and treated if necessary. Please email questions to ruffrescueinquiries@gmail.com.  ADOPTION FEES: $475 - Puppies & Small Dogs Under 25 pounds/purebreds big & small $375 - Mix Bred Adult Dogs over 1 year $275 - Dogs over 10 years & special needs LIMITED out of state adoptions, additional fees will apply. Contact us at RuffRescueInquiries@gmail.com for more details. Our sister rescue Ruff Dog Rescue NE is located in PA and service some of the Tri-State and New England areas. RDRNE.org Please join us at our next adoption event! Please check our Facebook page and/or website. RuffDogRescue.org Ruff Dog Rescue GA (FB) Please visit all our adoptable pets online at our website, Facebook or Instagram page. Check out our calendar of events for upcoming events at a neighborhood Hollywood Feed location. While visiting us or shopping at HOLLYWOOD FEED, “ROUND UP” at the register. TELL THEM for RUFF DOG RESCUE, every cent counts!

Thelma is from Ruff Dog Rescue

[Milton, GA]

Our Mission
How You Can Help! With the huge numbers of unwanted dogs and cats in the South, the animals depend on all of us to save them. You can make a difference in RDR's mission in many ways. We are always looking to add to our network of compassionate foster families. We accept fosters living in the Atlanta metro and north Georgia ...
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