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Adopt: Clovis the English Coonhound

9/25/2013

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PictureClovis in Pulaski County, VA
Clovis was found as a stray in Pulaski County, Virginia early in 2013. Since hounds are very rarely adopted from rural shelters, City Dogs Rescue decided to save this young boy with lots of potential. Clovis is about 1-2 years old and weighs 42 lbs. He is currently in the Washington, DC area hoping to find his forever home.

"He just wants to be loved"
Clovis is currently in a foster home.  One of his caretakers says, "Clovis loves life.  He loves people, wagging his tail at the sight of anyone.  He just wants to be loved...and, in turn, it is hard not to fall in love with him!  He is very food motivated, so any lack of training he has had in his previous life will be easily turned around."
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Clovis has done well in and out of the crate.  While success can vary with new situations, he was not destructive when left out during the workday and he didn't have any accidents.  He enjoys relaxing on his dog bed.

Clovis absolutely loves to play outside. His favorite toys to play with in the yard are his porcupine and squirrel.  Inside, he loves a peanut butter kong and bully sticks. 
Everyone always notices what a smart dog Clovis is and how eager he is to please his humans. Clovis is still a pup, but he has already begun to master basic commands like, “sit,” “stay,” “heel,” and “paw.”


Clovis does great at adoption events where enjoys all the attention and petting. He gets along great with other dogs, too. 


We'd love to find Clovis a forever home where he can get some exercise.  He loves long walks or trips to the dog park.  He would do great with some nose classes that are designed for scent dogs. 

Special thanks to the Wadler family for patiently fostering him!
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If you or someone you know would like to meet Clovis, please fill out our application here. 
We would love to find Clovis a wonderful forever home!
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Alumna Update: A Letter from Madison Belle to the Good Folks of Smyth County 

9/20/2013

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Madison was known as Bessie in the Smyth County Animal Shelter. When she came to DC, she was fostered by the Beagle-loving Emerson family who nicknamed her Pretzel. Here's a letter she wrote to the people in Smyth County who helped save her life.  This weekend Smyth Shelter Coordinator Amy McLean and Director Meredith are going on a road trip to Smyth to meet the wonderful people who've become great partners for City Dogs Rescue. 
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Hello.

My name is Madison Belle. You saved me in the summer of 2013. 

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When you saw me, I looked a little more like this. 


Although you were kind to me, I was scared and didn’t know what was going to happen to me.  Because of you, I have an amazing life now and I wanted to share some pictures with you to show you what has come from your kindness and compassion.

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Because of you, I now have a baby brother named Jefferson Bravo. He can be a pain sometimes, but he loves me soooo much. He always wants to play and snuggle with me. 

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This is my Mommy and Daddy, Jefferson and I. My mom and dad like to go places with Jefferson and I. This picture was taken at Great Falls. They take us all sorts of great places for walks and sightseeing. I just love smelling new places.


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It was a long drive so we had to stop at a hotel in Georgia. The car ride had us all exhausted, but after a good night’s rest, we got back on the road and arrived in plenty of time to go for a walk and explore the neighborhood.                                                            

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My grandma and grandpa just loved me to pieces. Grandma even let Jefferson and I snuggle up on her favorite blanket.

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While we were there, I lounged in the sun and looked out the window a lot. I also chased lizards and saw the biggest birds I have ever seen in my life there.

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Florida was fun, but I was glad to get back to my new home and relax in my own personal La-Z-Boy recliner. Sometimes I share it with Jefferson.

Thank you for loving me when I was at my lowest of lows. Because of you, I am alive and loving life. 
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Well, that’s all I have for now. I've been with my family for just a month and a half and just look at the life I have. I went from being dirty and infested with bugs to living in the lap of luxury with a family that just adores me. 
                     
Thank you for loving me when I was at my lowest of lows. Because of you, I am alive and loving life. 

Lots of kisses,
Madison Belle


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City Dogs & City Kitties
Rescue saves adoptable dogs and cats in overcrowded and high-kill shelters, where resources are severely limited. We offer a lifeline to as many of these wonderful pups and kitties as possible. 

City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue
1812 1/2 11th St NW
Washington, DC 20001


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We are not a shelter and do not accept animal surrenders at our location, nor do we have adoptable animals onsite. All of our adoptable animals are in private foster homes.


Due to  COVID-19 we have closed traditional office hours. Visit our contact page for information about foster supply pick up. 
City Dogs Rescue has federal tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, effective September 21, 2011.
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