Ripley, Labrador Retriever For Adoption In Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania

Mostly Muttz Rescue

This listing was posted on Get-Pet.

$450

Ripley, Labrador Retriever For Adoption In Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania

Price:

$450

Location:

Gilbertsville, PA

Description:

This sweet boy has been on quite the journey to find his furever home. Hopefully, 2024 will be the year someone sees what we see and just how very special Ripley is. As with most relationships in life, those that don’t just fall into your hand, but rather, take time to blossom into something so much more rewarding… have the greatest impact and mean the most. Ripley has lived in his foster home since he was just six months old and semi-feral. He was originally rescued when he and his three littermates were found wandering through the woods down south. His littermates have since been adopted. Ripley will turn seven years old next month and is one of three of our dogs to be available for adoption the longest. His foster mom worked diligently with Ripley to gain his trust and help him feel comfortable in new and different situations. At the end of 2019, Ripley was just starting to attend adoption events to continue to build his confidence and find a family to take a chance on him, when Covid hit, forcing adoption events to come to a halt. Just as public adoption events began again, Ripley became a frequent flyer at vet appointments instead - in search of an answer to what was causing sudden weight loss, impaired vision and changes to his skin. We spared no expense and Ripley went to see multiple specialists at top veterinary hospitals in order to find an answer. Ripley had come so far from that semi-feral puppy years ago, we wanted to do everything we could for him. The good news: x-rays and ultrasound proved Ripley to be healthy - no signs of any cancer (which was an initial concern). As for his vision, we learned that Ripley had indeed become completely blind. After much testing, they discovered that Ripley had damage to the optic nerves in both eyes (either from an infection or from an auto-immune condition). Fast forward to today and Ripley is still a “shy” dog and will need patience at first, but is nowhere close to the semi-feral puppy that we first saved years ago. While he is blind, it doesn’t define who he is at all. Ripley is a well behaved gentleman, does well on a leash, gets around well despite his blindness, is a total sweetheart and simply LOVES the ladies (preferring both female humans and canines over males). Fenced in yard (for his safety) Another canine companion (male or female) Adult only home (to live his best life) Some patience & understanding (he’ll bring the thank you kisses) No cats for this boy Apply to become an approved adopter today and give Ripley the Furever after he’s been waiting for at www.mostlymuttz.org ♥ One of the best parts of our rescue, is that we want our adoptions to be successful. Don’t let his special needs scare you away. If you’re willing to take a chance on a dog as special as Ripley, we can help guide you to ensure a successful transition. ♥ #mostlymuttzrescue #TeamRipley #specialneedsdog #adoptabledogs If you have a place in your heart and your home for Ripley, please visit www.mostlymuttz.org/adoption-application/ to complete an application. Mostly Muttz Rescue PA Kennel License: 10872##411128##Adoption processThe Initial review of your application will occur within 72 hours. Please contact your vet authorizing them to release information to us.Also, let your references know we’ll be calling.****Failure to take these steps may delay the process Once your references have been contacted, someone will contact you to schedule a home visit.After your home visit you will receive an email informing you of your approval. Schedule a meet/adoption. You will be able to finalize your adoption of the dog at this meeting. Please read your contract thoroughly before the meeting. You will be required to send an update at 2 weeks, 6 months, and annually. The email addresses for those updates will be at the bottom of the contract. If it has been determined that training is a requirement for the dog you’re adopting this will be noted on the contract. You will be required to submit verification of training completion. Payment by cash is due at the time of adoption. If you choose to use PayPal, payment should be made prior to the meeting/adoption. You will need to forward the electronic email you receive from PayPal, to XXXX@gmail.com to confirm your payment before the meeting/adoption. Adoption Fees: Puppies (8 weeks - 1 year old): $450 (If not already altered, a $100 deposit is required in addition to fee. This is refunded upon verification of altering.) Adults (1yo-7yo): $350 Seniors (7+ years old): $250 Congratulations! You've just adopted your new dog through Mostly Muttz Rescue! Mostly Muttz Rescue is dedicated to providing the adopted animals and their adoptive homes with on-going guidance and support. If at any time you need help feel free to contact use. Thank you for considering adoption.Shelter locationWe are an all foster organization. If you see an animal you are interested in adoption, please go to our website, www.mostlymuttz.org, and fill out our online application.

Breed:

Labrador Retriever

Category:

Dogs

Color:

Black

Sex:

Male

Posted:

January 30 on Get-Pet