Keifer
About
Keifer
FAST FACTS:
*8 Years Old - 25 Pounds
*Low/Medium Energy
*Enjoys Walks, Stuffed Animals, and Treats
*Only Dog Preferred
*Potty Trained
*Crate Trained - Loves His Crate
*Recovering From Heartworm Treatment
BIO:
Hi there! I'm Keifer and boy am I excited to meet you, I'm pretty much excited to meet everyone! I love people but I sometimes get overstimulated so go slow and let me come to you at first and I'll warm up quickly. I'm a goofball and still learning how to be loved. I enjoy cuddling and I'm starting to get the hang of it. I love to follow you and watch what you're doing. I'm happy to hang out while you get ready or cleaning (I might get in the way but I just like to be included).
I am very food motivated and easy to train. I know how to sit and stay. I am working on taking treats more gently but I get very excited when I know I am getting food. Despite my deep passion for anything edible I do not beg while you eat. I will sit patiently under the table. If you work from home, I will also sit under your desk quietly while you work. I am also the best walking companion! I'm great on a leash and if you have a treat I will pretty much ignore anything else happening (sometimes I need this when we pass dogs or squirrels - but I am slowly learning to relax even in these moments).
I feel comfy and safe in my crate and will actively choose to nap in it. I am trained to sleep in the crate overnight and when my foster mom is out of the house so I don't get in trouble. I don't whine or bark, I just settle myself down after a few minutes. In fact, I'm not much of a barker at all. I've been told I'm an older boy but I definitely do not feel it! I can walk, play, and zoom like a pup! If you're looking to bring a sweet, loving, silly, clumsy dog into your home, look no further!
If you'd like to adopt this dog, please get started by filling out a complete application (incomplete submissions cannot be sent.) Please note that while we take time to learn as much as we can about each dog in our care as possible, our bios are written from current observations. Though we do our best to share as much information as possible about each dog we care for, we are unable to make any guarantees on the future health or temperament of your adopted dog. Most dogs in our care come with unknown pre-rescue history, and information pertaining to breed and age are often educated guesses.
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Adoption Fees
When you adopt a dog, you're not buying a pet. Your donation isn't a fee for your adoptee - it's a gift that helps us pursue our mission, save lives, and ensure we can provide care to all the dogs in our program.
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Senior dog. 8 years and up / $125
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Adult or Young Dog. 6 months to 7 years / $375
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Puppies. Under 6 months / $450
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Adoption Requirements
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Lives in 50 mile radius of Itasca within the Illinois border
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Be at least 21 years of age
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Have the knowledge and agreement of all adults living in the household
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Have approval from owner of the residence (written in lease)
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Have a valid ID with current address
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Be approved as a suitable adoptive home by Fetching Tails Foundation
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Be prepared to make a lifetime commitment