Finn - ADOPTED

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Meet the Puppy

Finn was dumped at the Humane Society, and the Humane Society reached out for rescue help! His name means “son of fair haired,” in Gaelic and he’s certainly a fair haired with gorgeous hazel eyes to match his fair hair.

Details

Nicknames: Finn
Age: 5-7 month (DOB: Unknown)
Weight: 25lbs
Approx Full-Grown Weight: 35-45lbs
Gender: Male
Breed: Rat Terrier/ABPT/Collie/Lab/No-Stinking-Clue-What-He-Is
Shedding: Is medium haired and with a healthy diet, shedding can be controlled.

Kid Tested: Kids 2+
Cat Tested: Yes
Dog Tested: Yes

Temperament

Finn is just about the sweetest 5-6 month old there ever was. He lives in the middle of the road. He’s playful and outgoing, unless he thinks he’s in trouble or there’s a loud noise, and he turns to shy and submissive creature and shows his belly. He suffers from a little bit of FOMO, wanting to be with his human folks as much as possible. He absolutely adores kids, and the more cuddles and pets they are willing to give, the happier Finn is.

He also makes funny human-like noises when he wants something or disagrees with his naptime, so we think this pup may be part human. He loves his foster adult dog siblings, both respecting their seniority and loving on them with lots of puppy kisses. Don’t tell the others, but he’s our favorite. He would make a fantastic first dog. He loves to play, run, and be active, but also to curl up in your lap. He’ll be a great partner in crime!

Needs

  • Finn is active. He needs a backyard, or an active human to enjoy the outdoor world with. Traditional fencing is NOT required.

  • Because of Finn’s shy side, we think he’s best suited to a family with kids over the age of 5. Toddlers can be loud and rambunctious, and we think that won’t be fun for Finn and his noise sensitivity to start in a loud home. He currently loves his human foster siblings, who are 7 year old twins!

  • Finn will be best suited to an to an active family or couple, willing to give them regular walks, runs, trails, and adventures, and plenty of playtime. They should continue socialization with other dogs through puppy play dates.

  • Adopters should be ready to start PROFESSIONAL training with one of our recommended trainers around five-seven months old to continue proper dog socialization, work on nice leash manners using leash pressure, and heel-side walking, structured walking, place command, and prepare for off-leash remote collar fun.

  • As an organization, we prefer balanced training, and not “purely positive training.” Balanced training strikes a happy balance between a TON of positive rewards, but also rules, structure, and specific tools to set boundaries for our dogs. We are firm believers that the more rules you have for your dog when they are young, the more freedom they earn as they get older. So set down expectations and boundaries for your dog now with a trainer and the right tools, so they can be part of all the family fun! Those with balanced training experience, and experience with slip lead/prong/remote collar as communication tools are preferred!

Those who don’t believe in rules, routine, and structure for your dog, need not apply.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, we will only consider applicants where one adult has a more flexible schedule, as puppies are a lot of work, and will require potty breaks, exercise, training and continued human and dog socialization as they grow up.

Crate/Potty Training

All puppies and dogs rescued by FAVOR are crate trained, sleeping in the crate from 8pm-6am (with a potty break around 11pm), and accustomed to some day crate time as well. Puppies also understand the basic concept of peeing outside, but there is ALWAYS a transition period where crate cries and potty accidents WILL HAPPEN in a new home, as the dog transitions to new rules and ways to communicate.

We always recommend keeping dogs crated during nap times, bed time, and when they are alone to protect them from danger such as chewing on cords, socks, and other objects. Foreign objects can get stuck in their stomachs which can result in a very expensive surgery. We also encourage using the crate like a bedroom for your dogs as they get older, where they can take naps, take a break from human interaction, and have a time out. More importantly, the crate provides them a safe place to go to when things get overwhelming, like a lot of people, loud noises, extreme weather. Think of the crate as their “den,” and a place for them to unwind. We all need a break sometimes!

Vetting

All dogs rescued by FAVOR are:

  • Spayed/Neutered

  • Microchipped

  • Vaccinated for Rabies, Bortedella (kennel cough), DA2PL (distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza, leptospirosis and parvovirus)

  • Up-to-Date on Flea/Tick Topical Preventative

  • Up-to-Date on Heartworm Preventative

  • Dewormed

  • *Rabies must be administered after 12 weeks of age. If puppies travel before 12 weeks, Operation Favor will refund adopters $15 towards the cost of their rabies shot.

Adopters immediate responsibility will include:

  • Required: Puppies WILL require DA2PL 3rd booster shots when age appropriate (between 14-18 weeks of age) at the expense of the adopter

  • Optional: LYME-LEPTO combination vaccine at the expense of the adopter

Cost

$650 Adoption Fee PER DOG

NEW ENGLAND Arrival Date

LATE JUNE - We offer foster-to-adopt, so please read our FAQs for more information!

Still have questions?

Please read our FAQs if you have any questions on our organization. Many common questions can be answered here.

 
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