Joseph

Beagle | Dekalb County, GA

AdultMaleSmallTerrier

About

Meet Joseph

A SWEET, SNUGGLY GUY:  6 years old / 18 lbs. and could lose a few pounds Hi, my name is Joseph!  I had a home, but unfortunately my family was not able to keep me, which made me sad, but I am thankful that Mostly Mutts was able to help and now I get to find a new family to love and be loved by. I got to spend some time in a foster home and had fun, and now I’m living at the shelter while I wait to meet my new family, perhaps you? • OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS:  I liked all three of the male dogs in my foster home (large and small).  I was friendly and non-reactive with them, just some mounting behavior as we established dominance order – easily correctable.  I think I’d enjoy another nice doggie friend in my new home if you have one, so let’s meet! / Cats unknown / I’ve not met kids yet at Mostly Mutts or in my foster home, so let’s meet and best no toddlers that I may bump over.  Also, children should be aware that I can be a door darter, so everyone should be mindful of keeping doors closed. • PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL:  I am a super sweet and affectionate guy who quickly warmed up to the volunteers and enjoy climbing in their laps.  When I was in a foster home, I settled in just fine and was a happy, playful tail-wagger with a permanently happy face who just wants to love and be loved.  My fur is soft and I’m cuddly so I hope you will pet me a lot and cuddle with me too. My former family said that I could be vocal, and in my foster home I was vocal when I was crated and my people left the home, so I don’t think an apartment would be a good fit for me. / My energy level is approx. 4 – 6. I’m a pretty chill guy, but I will boost my energy level up to play and go for walks. • SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY:  I don’t know any specific skills just yet, but I am interested in treats, so perhaps you can teach me some great doggie commands. We should work on training me not to dart out of doors as I don’t want to get lost or hurt! / I was not a fan of being in a crate when my foster family left home, so I did have some accidents in it as well as some barking.  Perhaps we can work on making my crate a more positive place. / I reportedly did some marking in my previous home, though that was not the case in my foster home.  My potty habits were pretty good there with just a couple accidents (except when in my crate), so hopefully that will be the case in my new home too.  My former family did report that I would tinkle on their bed when I was left alone, so perhaps keep the doors closed or crate me when you are away.  • LIKES/DISLIKES:  I consider myself a true lap dog, and will seek out a comfy spot in yours, or I will make a little nest in some cozy blankets as I did after my bath at the shelter.  My foster said that I seem to have been well-loved and just want to soak up the love and give kisses.  I’d like to snuggle in bed with you at night if that is allowed.  I really love to play chase and will give a cute little play bow to initiate the chase, but make sure I chase you and not the other way around since you always want me to run to you, not away from you if I get outside unintentionally. / Loud noises in the home do scare me, but hopefully I’ll get used to all the sounds in my new home quickly.  And I’m not a fan of being left alone a lot and I’m sure I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get enough love, attention and exercise. • MEDICAL:   I'm current on vaccinations, micro-chipped and neutered. I am looking for a fun and loving family to give me the very best life!  My adoption fee is $299.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.  

Adoption Process
Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption's Adoption Process Our facility is currently open to the public Monday-Saturday, 11-3. We welcome you to come meet our adoptable Mutts & Kitties! Please keep in mind the following: Many of our adoptable Mutts & Kitties are in foster homes, so please call 770-272-6888 to find out if the pet you are interested in is at our facility. With an approved application we can set up meet & greets and adoptions with a pet in foster care. We are not yet up to full ‘staffing’ following the pandemic, so there may be times when we cannot do meet & greets or process an application on the spot. The best first step is to submit an application via www.mostlymutts.org. Our adoption counselors are happy to help make a great match for you and your family! Adoption Info: Adoptions are being scheduled for approved applicants, by appointment only. Please submit an application through our website at www.mostlymutts.org if you are interested in one of our adoptable pets. We are receiving a large volume of applications and processing may take a little bit longer than normal. We are grateful for your interest, and an adoption counselor will be in touch as quickly as possible. Please give us 48 hours to respond before sending a follow-up email. Don’t see a dog or cat for you on the website? Submit the application anyway!! We are taking in a large number of dogs and cats weekly. Due to the overwhelming demand, many are matched with approved applicants prior to being posted online. Our adoption counselors will be happy to help make a great match for you and your family. Thank you for your patience and support! You may also call our phone line, 770-272-6888 or email [email protected] with specific questions about any of our adoptable animals. We do require an interview, references and a contract. Must be 21 or over to adopt. Our Adoption process is very thorough...MM prides itself in making every effort to place each animal in the right home. Dogs: Our adoption fee is $299. Each dog that Mostly Mutts adopts out to a Furever home has the following basic vetting as well as an engraved name tag, Martingale collar and leash: Spay or Neuter Surgery Vaccinations up to date according to age (Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Bordatella) De-Worming Microchip Heartworm Testing (1 yr & older) we pay for treatment for any HW+ animal after adoption at our own vet Cats: Our adoption fee is $175 for cats. Each cat that Mostly Mutts adopts out to a Furever home has the following basic vetting as well as an engraved name tag: Spay or Neuter Surgery Vaccinations up to date according to age (Rabies, FVRCP) De-Worming Combo-Tested (FeLV/FIV) Please visit our website, www.mostlymutts.org for additional information about adopting a new best friend! Mostly Mutts is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, staffed almost entirely by volunteers!

Contact
Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.
(770) 272-6888
[email protected]
http://www.mostlymutts.org