About this Dog
*This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.* Meet Patches – a sweet senior with a heart of gold! Patches is a 9.5-year-old gentleman who’s ready to enjoy his golden years with a family to call his own. This handsome boy came to us from a truly special place — a prison dog program in Louisiana, where he was brought in after being found as a stray. During his time there, he learned what it means to be a beloved pet: leash walking, socializing, and most importantly, how good it feels to be loved. At first, Patches was quiet and a little unsure. But with time and gentle care, his sweet personality blossomed. He now confidently walks on a leash, wags his tail when he sees you, and leans in for pets (he might even nudge your hand or give you a kiss to ask for more). He sometimes gets so happy that he’ll gently jump up for face kisses — a true lovebug. He’s been described as easygoing and gentle with everyone he meets, and while he’s not super into playing with other dogs, he’s perfectly content walking alongside them or sharing space. He’s more of a people-dog who just wants to be near his humans and soak up all the love. Thanks to our amazing partners at Humane World for Animals, Patches is headed to Minnesota and will be arriving on 8/7. He’ll be available for adoption shortly after he arrives. If you're looking for a calm, loving companion with a heart full of gratitude and a lifetime of love still to give, Patches might just be your perfect match. Adopting a senior dog is like getting a vintage car – it comes with character, a few extra quirks, and might need a bit more maintenance. Expect occasional tune ups at the vet for oil changes (aka meds), and embrace the fact that those 'normal lumps and bumps' are just part of the well-earned charm package! Ruff Start will share all known health information with adopters and recommendations to keep your senior dog in top shape. Patches is from Louisiana. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
Contribute to Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s Stash!
100% of Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s balance will be sent to whoever adopts Patches *Arriving 8/7*.
Adopt Patches *Arriving 8/7* and Receive Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s Fund
Adopting a pet can be expensive, and we're trying to help by fundraising for each individual in need of adoption. After verifying the adoption, Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s new family will receive the funds that their pet has raised.
$0.0 is Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s current balance
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. If you adopted the Patches *Arriving 8/7*, thank you for providing a home and a loving family!
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For adoptions in which nokillnetwork.org was the matchmaker and we have contact information for both parties, we make every effort to contact the adopting family. For adoptions that were not facilitated by nokillnetwork.org, we still encourage the adopting family to claim the contribution by submitting the necessary information.
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. The adopting family will be required to provide proof of adoption between 4-6 weeks after adoption. This is to ensure that the home is a good match and Patches *Arriving 8/7* was not returned. After we have verified the adoption, Patches *Arriving 8/7*’s balance will be sent to the adopting family. Our staff provides instructions and help throughout this process.
We want the Patches *Arriving 8/7*’s balance to go to the adopting family as a way to say thank you for providing a loving home and to help with pet care expenses. In the unfortunate event we cannot contact them and verify the adoption, Patches *Arriving 8/7*’s balance will remain in our general fund. This fund may be used to match contributions made to other adoptable pets, incentify other adoption-related actions, promote our mission, or support the operating expenses of nokillnetwork.org. If you would like to make a direct contribution to nokillnetwork.org to help us help other pets in need, you can go here. We appreciate your generosity and help!
Contribute to Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s Stash!
100% of Patches *Arriving 8/7*'s balance will be sent to whoever adopts Patches *Arriving 8/7*.
About this Dog
*This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.* Meet Patches – a sweet senior with a heart of gold! Patches is a 9.5-year-old gentleman who’s ready to enjoy his golden years with a family to call his own. This handsome boy came to us from a truly special place — a prison dog program in Louisiana, where he was brought in after being found as a stray. During his time there, he learned what it means to be a beloved pet: leash walking, socializing, and most importantly, how good it feels to be loved. At first, Patches was quiet and a little unsure. But with time and gentle care, his sweet personality blossomed. He now confidently walks on a leash, wags his tail when he sees you, and leans in for pets (he might even nudge your hand or give you a kiss to ask for more). He sometimes gets so happy that he’ll gently jump up for face kisses — a true lovebug. He’s been described as easygoing and gentle with everyone he meets, and while he’s not super into playing with other dogs, he’s perfectly content walking alongside them or sharing space. He’s more of a people-dog who just wants to be near his humans and soak up all the love. Thanks to our amazing partners at Humane World for Animals, Patches is headed to Minnesota and will be arriving on 8/7. He’ll be available for adoption shortly after he arrives. If you're looking for a calm, loving companion with a heart full of gratitude and a lifetime of love still to give, Patches might just be your perfect match. Adopting a senior dog is like getting a vintage car – it comes with character, a few extra quirks, and might need a bit more maintenance. Expect occasional tune ups at the vet for oil changes (aka meds), and embrace the fact that those 'normal lumps and bumps' are just part of the well-earned charm package! Ruff Start will share all known health information with adopters and recommendations to keep your senior dog in top shape. Patches is from Louisiana. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
