PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet.

9/12/23 

Rex is a very handsome pit bull mix (we think) who is about 8mo to 1 year old. He is a friendly boy with all people, including kids, as well as other dogs. We are incredibly sad for him because we had an adopter for him who has just backed out on adopting because they aren't ready yet. We were so happy when they chose Rex. You see, his (assumed) breed and his color make him the least favorite among people seeking to add a pet to their family. We hope someone will see him and adopt him quickly because he is not in a safe place. The person who found him has a dominant male dog who is not tolerating him at all. It's not Rex, it's the other dog. Because of that dog's behavior, Rex is not allowed in the house, he is outside, and is alone much of the time because they are a busy family with work and such. Rex has discovered that he loves the family's swimming pool and spends a lot of his time in the water, and we are thankful he at least has that for entertainment and to stay cool. We hope he will be adopted before cold weather hits. Rex will be a very loyal companion for his new family. Currently, there is nothing preventing him from leaving the house where he stays. But he stays because the people have been kind to him, and that's really all he wants: kindness and human interaction. He is not destructive and is content to chew on his own toys. He's not a high energy dog, but he does like to play. Once play time is over, he likes to have a nice, long nap. He's really a very nice, well behaved dog, who desperately needs a family of his own quickly. We are so afraid that the other male dog in the family, who is much larger than him, will get ahold of him and cause serious injury. We've been asked to place him in one of our foster homes to keep him safe, but we just don't have any foster homes available. We are all pretty bummed about the adoption falling through. We know everyone will say things like "better to know now than after he gets there" and "they didn't deserve him" and "the right home will come along" and while we appreciate that and know it's true, it is incredibly discouraging. Going from being so elated for him, to being so crushed for him, is an emotional roller coaster, and it's hard on the heart. Please share this very sweet, loving boy. He deserves a family who will want him as much as he wants them.
Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations.
Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays
Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays
Southington, CT 8am Fridays
East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays

To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059

email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions.

Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion.

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https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg

For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com

Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!