Meet JJ, an 8-year-old, 40-pound Border Collie whose heart is as soft as his beautiful coat. To meet him is to love him!
This tender, gentle, and sensitive boy is as easygoing as it gets. Sweet and loving, he is looking for a family that will pet him, play with his toys, go on walks, and let him follow them around the house with quiet devotion. In return, he is an amazing confidante and companion who brightens every day. JJ’s favorite things are all about connection. He absolutely lights up when told he’s a good, brave boy and is happiest when settled at your feet.
Ideal Home
JJ needs a fenced yard attached to his home for exploring and bathroom breaks, as he isn’t pottying on a leash just yet. He loves his crate, is housebroken, walks nicely on leash, and is friendly to visitors. Out in the world, he watches other dogs and people with interest. He may startle at loud noises but recovers quickly. The ideal family for JJ is calm and patient. Experience supporting timid dogs would be ideal. JJ is looking for a home with minimal stairs due to weakness in his rear end. He doesn’t need a canine sibling, though a quiet, low-key doggie friend would be fine. An adult home or one with older, gentle children is a good fit for JJ.
Ongoing Health
JJ has arthritis and benefits from daily medications and supplements (gabapentin, carprofen, and an Omega-3) to help him feel better. The rescue will supply 3 months of medication (approximately $50/mo) to his adopters. He may wean himself off these meds as he gets stronger and more active.
Training & Support
JJ’s foster family asks him to try “one hard thing” each day, understanding that some things (like car rides) are challenging for him. They are moving at JJ's pace to build trust, accepting that some days he is just not up to it. All these positive experiences are building JJ's confidence in his people and his world.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- We are looking for a foster or foster-to-adopt home for JJ.
- JJ is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on age-appropriate vaccines.
- His adoption fee is $250 + MN sales tax.
- Upon adoption, all of our dogs go to their new homes with a collar and harness, leash, starter food, blanket, favorite toys & treats. They are current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.
Transportation
JJ is being fostered in Richfield, MN. We adopt to an area 400 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul. We supply our foster and foster-to-adopt homes with all required food, supplies, and medication.
