Meet Hopkins!
Hopkins is a King Charles Cavalier who recently joined our rescue as a breeder release. He is approximately 3 years old, weighs 18.6 pounds, and is a very sweet boy who is just beginning his journey into companion life.
Hopkins is fully vaccinated, has been wormed, is microchipped, and is currently on heartworm and flea prevention. He will be neutered soon. He did test positive for heartworms, so he will need to complete treatment (which will begin a few weeks after his neuter) before becoming available for adoption.
As a breeder release, Hopkins needs time to decompress in his foster home and adjust to life as a loved family member rather than a puppy maker. During this time, he will be evaluated to determine the best possible home fit for his needs.
Once Hopkins has completed all of his medical care, he will be moved to our list of available dogs. We kindly ask that potential adopters wait until that time to submit an application so we can ensure the best match for both him and his future family.
Based on this dog’s past experiences, we are looking for a home that already has another dog. Dogs coming from a breeder-release situation often do much better with a canine friend, as this is what feels most familiar and comforting to them. Having another dog in the home helps them feel safe and confident, and gives them a wonderful role model for learning how to be a dog and a companion—something very different from their life as a breeder dog.
Please Note:
Because these are breeder dogs, they will be placed in homes with a dog of the opposite sex. In many cases, females may not accept another female, and males may not accept another male.
To help avoid compatibility issues and reduce the chance of placement failure, adopters must have a dog of the opposite sex in the home. This greatly increases the likelihood of a successful and harmonious transition.
Thank you for your patience and for supporting rescue dogs like Hopkins!
