Joey - Rover's Retreat Dog Rescue

5 months old

Neutered Male

8 lbs

Rat Terrier/Yorkshire Terrier Mix

Adopt Joey

*If you are interested in Joey, please complete our adoption application which can be found here: Adoption Application

I’m Joey, one of six littermates rescued here in San Diego. Like most small dogs, I’m initially timid with strangers (human and dogs) but I warm up after I’ve had some time to get to know them. I tend to whine when I’m uncomfortable in a new situation , so I hope you’re looking for a talker, but I don’t bark much.

I am mellow around the house, but always up for an adventure. I am being fostered with a furry sibling, and we get along well. I don’t know how I feel about cats or kids since I’ve never met either one. I go on a short walk each day with my foster mom and foster sister. I enjoy playing with other dogs and fetch. I would love a nice yard in my furever home. I love being outside running around, fetching, hopping around, chewing on plants and grass, or just lying in the sun. Like most puppies, I like to chew on things I shouldn’t so I will need to be watched in the backyard until I’m a little older.

I’ve been left home alone for as long as 4 hours without issues – I’ll just sleep. At home, I’m ok sleeping alone, though I’d rather sleep with you on your bed. I love to sleep in and may whine if you try to get me moving too early. I know what the word “outside” means and will do my business outdoors in the right place. If I’m on a schedule, I rarely have an accident. I tend to whine a bit on car rides. Whining might just be my main mode of communication until I’m a little older and more experienced with the world.

I’m a chill dude who will love hanging with my family. I think I’d be ok with another dog in the home if I didn’t have to complete too much for attention. I love to follow my fur sibling around and enjoy being part of the pack.

If you would like to make Joey a permanent part of your family, please fill out our adoption application here::: Adoption Application

NOTE: Joey's adoption fee is $500

He is being fostered in San Diego, CA.

Adoption APPLICATION

BEFORE PROCEEDING, PLEASE READ: • Home visits are required prior to being considered for adoption. • Completed application and approved home visit do NOT guarantee adoption • We receive many more applications than we do dogs, so some people will be disappointed. We may receive over 100 inquiries for a single, highly desirable dog! • We do not ship our dogs

Name*

Email address*

Physical Address (No P.O. or mail service boxes)*

City*

State*

Zip*

Phone*

Occupation(s) : NOTE: Please include both primary and co-applicant occupations*

How long have you lived at your current address?*

Do you rent or own your home?*

If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord showing dogs are acceptable? If so, please be prepared to email a copy to roversretreat.org@gmail.com*

How many people live in the home? Please list the names and relationships of everyone in the household. Please list the ages of all minor children*

Do other young children visit your home? What ages? *

Do you have a pool the dog can access? If yes, please describe any safety fencing or covers.*

Describe your yard including size, fencing and terrain. What type of fencing do you have (materials and height)?*

What pets do you currently have? (type, age, gender, altered, indoor or outdoor pet, any concerns on compatibility with a rescued dog, etc.)*

Aside from your current pets, what other pets have you had in the last ten years? Please tell us the type of animals and why they are no longer with you*

What is your veterinarian's name, hospital, city and phone number?*

Does anyone in your home have pet allergies? Please describe*

Describe the features of the dog you would ideally like to adopt (Including breed/mix, sex, age range, energy level, weight range, temperament, etc*

Which dog(s) on our website are you interested in? *

How much exercise would your dog get? Please describe:*

What opportunities would your dog get to socialize with other dogs?*

How many hours each day will your dog be WITHOUT human companionship?*

Where will your dog be kept when you’re not at home during the day?*

Where will the dog sleep at night?*

During vacation time or travel, how and where will your dog be cared for?*

What type of training classes have you done in the past with your dogs? What worked for you and what did not? What type of collar/leash/harness do you prefer for walking?*

What will you do if your new dog chews your belongings or exhibits other destructive behavior?*

What issues are you willing to work on with your new dog? That is, what issues are you willing to accept until you can correct them through training?*

What behaviors are unacceptable to you? That is, what behaviors would you not be able to live with? What steps would you take to correct these behaviors?*

Excluding your death, what conditions or circumstances would cause you to give up an animal?*

Would you consider adopting a bonded pair?*

Would you consider adopting a special needs dog?*

Would you consider adopting a senior dog (7yrs +)?*

How did you hear about Rover's Retreat?

Any questions or comments?

Check the "I agree" box if you agree to the statement below*

I attest all information I provided above is true. I promise to care for the dog to the best of my ability, with the full intent of keeping the dog for the duration of its life. I also agree to keep a collar with tags on the dog, provide quality dog food, adequate shelter, veterinary care and training as needed.*

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