Huckleberry

Meet Huckleberry, a resilient American Staffordshire mix estimated to be around 2 years old and currently weighing about 40 lbs. Huckleberry was found in a dire state, emaciated and barely able to walk, with a man’s belt around his neck and covered in fleas. After some gentle coaxing, he offered his first tail wag, and it hasn’t stopped wagging since. From forgotten to found, Huckleberry has quickly adapted and transformed to his new life in his loving foster home.  Now updated on all his vaccines, he is scheduled for his neuter procedure soon. Despite his rough beginnings, he is incredibly friendly, loves other dogs, and adores all people, although probably will do best in a home with no cats. Huckleberry matches any energy level you bring. Whether it’s a cozy day binge-watching Netflix, meeting friends at a brewery, or taking a long walk on the levee, he’s ready for it. He’s crate trained and working on his leash skills, but very food motivated making him a quick learner. Though he still needs to gain some weight to achieve his ideal "velvet house hippo" status, Huckleberry is well on his way and ready to be a loyal sidekick to a lucky person. If you’re seeking a devoted and adaptable companion, Huckleberry is your perfect match! PLEASE READ BELOW: If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to please visit our website to complete an application and read all of our FAQs: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt **Please do not use the "Introduce Yourself" feature. The information needed to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application. An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application. All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info would be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the number of introductions/questions received (hundreds daily) we ask you submit an application on our website (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue). The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention. Please see our website for more information. 2022 Adoption Fee Scale for non-benefactor animals: Puppies under 12 months - $350 Dogs over 12 months - $250 For additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets, see our FAQs page: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq *Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as Pet Finder, and are no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed. *Take Paws Rescue saves dogs from high-kill shelters in Southeast Louisiana, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our puppies live in foster homes where they are socialized, and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it’s the perfect match!