JAX

Pit Bull Terrier | Richmond, NH

Age : 8 YearsSeniorMaleLargeBrown/Chocolate

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Meet JAX

MY ADOPTION FEE WILL BE WAIVED APRIL 21 - 27 AS PART OF THE BIG DOG ENERGY ADOPTION EVENT!Jax is a bouncy, playful boy who is mentally younger than he is physically - he still plays rough and rowdy but can only last a minute or two before he needs a break now. `Glory Days` is Jax's theme song, he isn't ready to admit he isn't a youngster anymore - are you someone Jax can grow old but not up with?OTHER PETS: Jax plays rough and rowdy but takes frequest breaks and listens well to other dogs - he would do well with other dogs who are tolerant of rougher play but would respect his need for breaks. As with all our dogs, Jax Hearn should meet any dogs he would be living with prior to adoption. [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: [First Dog] GROOMING: [Minimal] KIDS: Jax is comfortable with most handling and settles well after getting excited, he would likely get along with most humans. Jax does have itchy ears (allergies) and would do best with humans who are able to respect his boundaries.[8+ / Dog Savvy (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Jax plays hard but needs frequent breaks, he enjoys interacting with other dogs more than humans in the kennel but that may change once he settles into a home and has an opportunity to decompress. Jax is the sort of dog that is always up for a challenge, even if he isn't, and will need a human to ensure he doesn't get in over his head on adventures if accompanying his humans on one. To meet his needs Jax will need a combination of regular exercise and plenty of mental enrichment. [Good Walking Buddy / Former Athlete] VETERINARY CARE: Jax will need a good relationship with a vet as he ages; since this athletic boy is starting to slow down a bit getting that relationship off to a solid start with regular checkups now will be key to aging gracefully. [Above Average]LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Jax bond with his new owner as well as help him learn life skills in his new home. Old dogs can totally learn new tricks, Jax might not be as fast on his feet but his mind hasn't slowed down a bit - engaging his mind will help keep him feeling younger longer! [Minimal]

Adoption Process
The first step is to fill out an adoption application, answering some basic questions about yourself and your household. This will help the adoption counselors facilitate the matchmaking process. Most adoptions take at least 45 minutes to one hour to complete. The Adoption Center is a busy place, so please be patient and allow yourself enough time for our process. THANK YOU! What we will need to know when you adopt a new companion: If you own your home, please bring some item of verification (tax bill, water bill, or mortgage statement.) Please also be sure to check your homeowner’s insurance policy. Some policies restrict coverage for certain dog breeds. If you DO NOT own your place of residence, please be sure the property owner will consent to have a pet on his/her property. We will verify with landlords over the phone before sending a new companion home, so please have the appropriate name and phone number available. Other pets already living with you will need to be up-to-date on vaccination. This is to decrease the risk of spreading infectious disease from one animal to another. It is important to understand that your new companion will be a member of your family. This can mean a 10-15 year commitment from you! Please bring along family members so we can make sure it will be a good match before you make a commitment. Also, if adopting a second dog, please bring your current dog with you---we can let them spend some time together and give you some suggestions on surviving the adjustment period. Please be sure you have considered the financial obligation involved in caring for a companion animal. This includes routine veterinary and emergency care, in addition to food, supplies and training. The adoption counselors can give you an idea of basic costs involved for each type of animal. Many animals adopted from shelters can require an immediate visit to the veterinarian. Because of the volume of un-vaccinated animals entering a shelter’s care, the risk of transmissible contagious diseases can be quite high. Kennel cough in dogs, and upper respiratory infections in cats are the two most common diseases that your newly adopted companion may experience. You must ask yourself if you have the financial means to care for your new friend, beyond the initial adoption costs. BEFORE YOU COMMIT!!!!! Please be honest with yourself about the actual time you have to train, groom, and exercise the companion animal you have chosen. Some things to consider: Do you work long or erratic hours? Do you like outdoor activity? Who will care for your pet while you travel? Will your pet be the appropriate size when he or she is full grown? When adopting into a home with children: Are you adopting to teach your child responsibility, or are your adopting because you have a responsible child? Are your children comfortable around the animal you’ve chosen? Will YOU still remain committed to this animal when the children lose interest? Take the time now to consider these things and find the best match for your lifestyle! We thank your for offering your home to a “pre-loved” companion. We hope he or she will be a wonderful addition to your family and your home!

Contact
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
(413) 781-1484
[email protected]
http://www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com