Zess is in Maine

Zess, affectionately called Tess by her foster family is an affectionate and intelligent dog with a gentle temperament. At just over one year of age and weighing approximately 65 pounds, she presents as a compact adult within the large dog category.<br/><br/>Her foster caregiver consistently reports positive observations regarding her behavior and adaptability. Zess demonstrates excellent recall and has mastered basic training promptly. She responds well to both treat-based and affectionate reinforcement, facilitating easy engagement during training sessions. Zess enjoys interacting with other dogs and values companionship from both humans and canines alike. <br/><br/>She exhibits a loving and gentle demeanor, readily seeking attention and displaying appropriate greeting behaviors with new acquaintances. Her progress includes transitioning from initial enthusiastic hugging to sitting calmly at the feet of visitors and seeking contact respectfully.<br/><br/>Zess is well-suited for households with another dog, adapts comfortably around cats, and gets along with teenagers. She has proven herself to be house trained within her foster environment, though some adjustment-related accidents may be expected initially in a new setting. She is also crate trained.<br/><br/>As a sibling of Zane (who was diagnosed with hip dysplasia), Zess underwent proactive evaluation by a specialist. She exhibits no signs of hip dysplasia and maintains excellent joint mobility. Zess's date of birth is February 23, 2025.<br/><br/><br/>YOUR ADOPTION FEE COVERS: Transport to Maine, age specific vaccinations, Health certificate, spay/neuter, microchip, heartworm/lyme/ehrlichia test, worming & martingale collar.<br/><br/>Adoption fees:<br/>Through 6 months of age $450;<br/>7 months to through 5 years $400;<br/>6 years and under 9 years $325: bonded pairs are $500;<br/>9 years and older $250: bonded pairs are $300<br/><br/>This dog is available unless it is marked as Pending, meaning Pending Adoption. This dog is in foster care locally, ONLY if Maine is listed next to the dogs name; otherwise, the dog is still waiting with our partner rescue for an adoption or foster home in New England.<br/><br/>All dogs have a current Health Certificate for transport. All imported dogs are quarantined 14 days prior to getting on transport.ve had annual heartworm tests and are on heartworm preventative.<br/><br/>FOR PUPPIES: PLEASE READ!!<br/>Homes considering Puppies must be prepared for:<br/>Flexible Schedules for Potty Training. Puppies can only hold urine for one hour per month of age. Crate Training for the next 10 months to keep them safe from chewing on everything in your home. Supervision with Children and Obedience training.<br/>Socialization; both with new people, children and other dogs outside of the home.<br/>Homes that want a well behaved dog, must be prepared to put the time, effort and costs associated to train a puppy. Well behaved dogs are not born, they are trained! Please do not apply for a puppy if you cannot or do not have the time for a puppy.<br/><br/>Applications can be found at: www.almosthomerescue.net

Zess, affectionately called Tess by her foster family is an affectionate and intelligent dog with a gentle temperament. At just over one year of age and weighing approximately 65 pounds, she presents as a compact adult within the large dog category.

Her foster caregiver consistently reports positive observations regarding her behavior and adaptability. Zess demonstrates excellent recall and has mastered basic training promptly. She responds well to both treat-based and affectionate reinforcement, facilitating easy engagement during training sessions. Zess enjoys interacting with other dogs and values companionship from both humans and canines alike.

She exhibits a loving and gentle demeanor, readily seeking attention and displaying appropriate greeting behaviors with new acquaintances. Her progress includes transitioning from initial enthusiastic hugging to sitting calmly at the feet of visitors and seeking contact respectfully.

Zess is well-suited for households with another dog, adapts comfortab

Zess, affectionately called Tess by her foster family is an affectionate and intelligent dog with a gentle temperament. At just over one year of age and weighing approximately 65 pounds, she presents as a compact adult within the large dog category.

Her foster caregiver consistently reports positive observations regarding her behavior and adaptability. Zess demonstrates excellent recall and has mastered basic training promptly. She responds well to both treat-based and affectionate reinforcement, facilitating easy engagement during training sessions. Zess enjoys interacting with other dogs and values companionship from both humans and canines alike.

She exhibits a loving and gentle demeanor, readily seeking attention and displaying appropriate greeting behaviors with new acquaintances. Her progress includes transitioning from initial enthusiastic hugging to sitting calmly at the feet of visitors and seeking contact respectfully.

Zess is well-suited for households with another dog, adapts comfortably around cats, and gets along with teenagers. She has proven herself to be house trained within her foster environment, though some adjustment-related accidents may be expected initially in a new setting. She is also crate trained.

As a sibling of Zane (who was diagnosed with hip dysplasia), Zess underwent proactive evaluation by a specialist. She exhibits no signs of hip dysplasia and m