USA

HANK - Black Labrador Retriever / Australian Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption

Australian Shepherd Mix Dog For Adoption in Tunica, MS, USA

Australian Shepherd Mix Dog For Adoption in Tunica, MS, USA

Physical Attributes

Ear Type	Natural/Uncropped
Altered	Yes

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found	No
Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations

Description

Posted Breed: Black Labrador Retriever / Australian Shepherd / Mixed. HANK is dear to all our hearts here at THS. He has been with us since we built our shelter 4 years ago, and while he has made himself at home in his little kennel, we want so so much more for this boy. Hank is a quiet soul. He is a gentle soul. He is so full of love and has a heart the size of the state of Mississippi. He started his life as an abandoned young boy - left to live or die on the gravel roads of rural Tunica County. WE scooped him up and here he stays. Hank is one of the overlooked black dogs - walked past over and over and over at adoption events just because he is quiet and still and black. Hank is about 5 years old now. He has a lot of life left in him and we hope he can spend it with a loving family or an individual who wants a best friend to talk to on cold nights. Hank will keep your confidences. Hank is a water baby. He loves to play in the kids pool we have out back. He loves to run with the other dogs and while he is a bit timid around new people, he warms quickly when he feels secure. PLEASE call about HANK. He deserves so much more out of life. If you are interested in adopting this dog please give us a call. We know each of the animals entrusted to our care by name and we will be happy to tell you all about the personality and little quirks that make each animal so loved. Our adoption fee for a dog is $100 and that covers all shots and vetting and spay/neuter. Our animals are fully vetted before we send them off to their new family. We do not have regular open hours but will be happy to make an appointment for you to visit. Call 662-363-1625, 662-519-1700 or 662-363-5555. We are located at 4500 Fox Island Road in Tunica, MS If you are interested in adopting this wonderful animal please visit our web page at www.tunicahumanesociety.com and fill out a non-binding adoption contract. With this information in hand we can discuss how this dog might fit in with your family. Email us at tmke1@aol.com for further information or if you have any questions. We know each of the animals entrusted to our care by name and we will be happy to tell you all about the personality and little quirks that make each animal so loved. Our adoption fee for a dog is $100 and that covers all shots and vetting and spay/neuter. Our animals are fully vetted before we send them off to their new family. Call Us: 662-895-4201 or 662-519-1700 Donate: TunicaHumaneSociety Po box 236 Tunica,Ms 38676 Visit our Web Page at www.tunicahumanesociety.com

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