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Tony

Adult
Male
Small

Jack Russell Terrier

About Tony

Albany, NY

Breed

Jack Russell TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Small

(0-25 lbs)

Coat: Short

Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality

Affectionate, Loves, Playful

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Tony’s Compatibility

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Tony's Story

**WE ARE ALWAYS IN NEED OF FOSTER HOMES** Homeward Bound Dog Rescue is an all volunteer rescue organization and all our dogs and puppies are in foster homes - we are not a shelter and do NOT have a facility where we house our dogs. For adoption information go to: www.homewardbounddogrescue.com. You must fill out an application online as we do NOT accept applications at our clinics. Hi my name is Tony, I'm about 4 years old. I'm originally from Kentucky, where I was found in the shelter yard in the morning. According to the security cameras I was thrown over the 6 foot fence. Unfortunately the cameras weren't able to identify the individuals who threw me over. If they could do that, you can imagine the life I must have had with them. I am the sweetest and most loving little guy. I love to snuggle up and put my head on moms lap. It feels so good to be loved. Do you like kisses? I love to give kisses! I have some insecurities and can be a nervous little guy with new people but once I get to know you, I'm good. Although most of my pictures look like I'm scared to death I'm not. I call it my attentive look. I am good with other dogs, at first meeting I am cautious, I don't want to be beat up so a dog park would not be the best place for me. I'm not sure if I have ever been around a cat so a home visit is definitely needed. In my foster homes I haven't been around kids except once here and I was fine. We basically ignored each other. As you can imagine, I am not a fan of being picked up. I LOVE to run!!! It's even better running while playing chased. I require a decent size fenced in yard to give me that space to run. If you are an active person I would be an awesome sidekick if you guide me. I'm a little watch dog with a decent bark. Yes, I want people to know my yard is protected by me! I am crate trained but I will occasionally bark, which doesn't make me appropriate for apartment life. I am quite the puller on the leash, so some work with me on that would make both of our lives better. I will potty outside if you make me go outside and tell me to go potty. I have a habit of only doing a few squirts, not totally emptying my bladder but I will backtrack around and so some more squirts. While I will follow the other dogs out the dog door it's to see what action is going on, not necessarily to potty. I do have a dirty habit of marking inside but mom and I are working really hard on figuring out why.....she hates that I do that. Mom thinks it all revolves around being so insecure. Since I've been in NY I'm in my third foster home which probably hasn't helped. Mom thinks most dogs who have issues need an outlet to resolve the issues, she is determined to find out what that is so I can finally find my forever home. You might be able to turn my world around. Are you willing to help me work on my insecurities and give me a loving home? That is my biggest wish, to belong to someone who will love me for me....please give me that chance. Our adoption clinics are held one Saturday a month at our facility in Schenectady on John Street, located directly behind Boulevard Bowl (Erie Boulevard) from 10 am to 12 pm (directions are on our website). We require an approved application before we consider anyone for an adoption - so filling out the application is your first step. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email invitation to attend an adoption event. Different dogs and puppies go up for adoption EVERY WEEK so please feel free to visit the site and click on the Petfinder link for updates as we are adopting dogs out in between adoption events. Puppies and dogs up to 2 years old are $395. Dogs over 2 years old are $295. 100% of the adoption fees go to help us save more dogs.

How To Adopt

Tony was listed as Adoptable by Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY

How can I adopt Tony?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY. 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 Tony 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 Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY for details on the pet.

When can I meet Tony?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tony, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY, and they'll be happy to help!

Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY's Adoption Policy

Adoption Requirements Process: 1) Fill out an On-Line Adoption application. This should be completed with little or no omissions or incorrect data. Please understand that we cannot process your application if you do not take the time to fill one out properly. Please note that until we review your application and tell you that you are approved to adopt, you cannot adopt one of our dogs - the process does take a little while so it is good start early. For various reasons, we are no longer accepting "hand-apps." Pay particular attention to your references and Veterinarian, including phone numbers. You will need to let your vet know that they can release information to us. We will be calling them. Filling out an on-line application before you come to the Saturday clinic will speed up the process, and will go directly to the HB volunteers who manage applications. Please remember to click the "SUBMIT APPLICATION" button when completed. If you are not within 40 miles of the Albany Airport, please do not apply. This a distance we decided upon and if you disagree with our definition for out-of-the-area, please feel free to look for a dog in your community. 2) Interview: Qualified volunteer (we are all volunteers) interviews you, for numerous reasons. First, we want to find our dogs the best possible homes. Second, we want to match personalities as much as possible. (We really don't want to see adoptions fail). Third, we get a kick out of helping to complete families, and who knows, you might get convinced to become a volunteer as well. We require everyone in the household to be present for the interview process, especially young children. We need to see the interaction between the dog and everyone in the family, and for that reason we NEVER do surprise or gift adoptions. 3) Reference Check: See the first reason for the interview. 4) Home Visit: We will do a home visit if you have animals at home that we feel our dog needs to meet before adoption takes place. Sometimes personalities clash, and somebody does not like someone else. This is especially true if you have cats and we do not know how the dog you wish to adopt will react to cats. We will also do a home visit for any potential adopter who requests it or if we feel there is a situation at home that warrants one. We have replaced the home visit for many of our adopters, by our interview, as we feel it is thorough and tells us what we need to know. 5) Contract: Once you are approved we will meet to handle the paperwork at our Saturday clinic. Once the contract is completed and your adoption fee is paid (cash or check ONLY) your new family member is turned over. We then hand over or mail you copies of everything we have about your new dog (medical records particularly). 6) Follow Ups: You may hear from us!! We will try to send follow up emails to check out how things are going. 7) Also, please send us pictures of your new family member whenever possible. We love to see success stories, so please keep in touch. You are very welcome to come to a later clinic with your new family member and show them off. We also love to get Alumni pictures and stories from the new family to post.

Our Mission

Homeward Bound Dog Rescue is a no-kill, not for profit, dog rescue organization founded in 2004 and staffed entirely by volunteers. We rescue dogs that have been turned over to shelters, surrendered to us, and rescued from puppy mills. All dogs and puppies are placed in foster care to best prepare them for a permanent hom...