Rocky Mountain Cocker Rescue

Joe

Joe is a sweet, affectionate, buff-and-white, male American Cocker Spaniel.  We estimate his age to be approximately 3-4 years old.

Joe was surrendered to the shelter in Phoenix and is coming to RMCR.  He is not excessively energetic; however, he loves romping in the yard with other dogs and tries to play cats. He plays well with children as young as 5-years-old. He’s a little shy at first and somewhat insecure until he gets to know someone new, but once he warms up he is just a lover who enjoys people’s attention. He loves to play with balls and squeaky toys and he is learning tug-of-war with the other dogs. As you can see by his pictures, he loves rawhide chewies, also!

Joe does have issues with men initially, but he can be sweet talked with gentle voices, petting and yummy treats. He warms up quickly and should not have any problems after an initial adjustment period.

He is house-trained and crate-trained and uses the crate voluntarily. At night he is loose in the house and does not have any accidents. This very gentle boy is learning his basic commands such as ‘sit’ and ‘come’, but only ‘come’ is solid at this point. He has not shown any resource guarding issues; his foster mom can take away his food or chew toy without incident. He is neutered and up-to-date on his shots, so he’s ready for his new forever home! If you are willing to work with him and socialize him to strangers, he will be a wonderful best friend for you!

If you are interested in meeting Joe, please make sure you have completed and online adoption application.

Riley

Riley is approximately three years old and he is a buff colored male Cocker Spaniel.  He is an owner surrender.

Riley’s owner has found that he can’t spend enough time with him and he wants to find a home for Riley where he will get more attention and play-time.  He’s quite small – less than twenty pounds and gets along with dogs and cats that have come to visit, plus he’s been good around kids.  RMCR will ensure that he is up to date on his vaccinations and that he is microchipped for his new owner.  He is house trained, but has the occasional accident, so his new owner will need to reinforce his house training with frequent, regular trips outside and lots of praise when he gets it right.  He’s had problems with skin allergies, but generally a good kibble with a novel protein such as fish, venison or duck will help with that issue.  He knows some basic commands and is eager to please.

If you are interested in meeting Riley, please complete an online adoption application.

Sadie

Sadie is a four year old female Cocker Spaniel who is buff in color.  She has lots of playful energy and would love to be with a family who will use the playful energy on walks or play time.  She hasn’t been around small children so a family without would be preferred.  She has been around cats and she likes other dogs and has been kept inside and out.  She struggles with a lot of dribbling when in the house because of her high excitability.  She isn’t fully house trained but does know a few commands.  She is spayed and will be microchipped when or before adopted.

A family who can take the time to teach the very smart Sadie the standard house rules and have fun while doing it would be a great match.  Being so playful, she needs to be reminded that not everyone is as playful as she is.  Sadie would love to show you her affection, how about you?

If you are interested in meeting Sadie, please make sure you’ve completed an online adoption application.

Harley 2

Harley is a very affectionate, agile, and lively 1 year old boy Cocker. He’s a very lucky little boy: he came in from the shelter the day before he was due to be put down! Harley loves playing with rawhide chewies and balls, and gets along very well with other dogs, but should not be placed in a home with cats.  He has been neutered, microchipped, and has all his vaccinations. Harley is house-trained and chews only on his own toys. He crates well at night. He knows come, no, off, and sit, and we’re working on other commands.

Harley has some separation anxiety when left alone, barking if he is in his crate during the day, or barking and pawing at the windows if he is loose in the house. This behavior can be trained, and will probably lessen as he becomes more secure in his environment.

If you are interested in meeting Harley, please make sure you’ve completed an online adoption application.

Buddy (6 year old – white and tan)

This is Buddy. He is a little over six years old and is an owner surrender. The owners had to move and are only allowed one small dog, so Buddy is currently staying with relatives. 

Buddy is a little overweight, so he would benefit from a new owner that likes to go on walks – slowly at first so as to not overburden him. He’s not really good around children because he gets over-excited and jumps on them and scares them. He would do best in a quieter home with owners that can give him attention that he needs. He’s crate trained and house trained. He does lunge while on the lead, so he would need some training in that area.

He likes chew toys and to play fetch and knows simple commands such as “sit” and “lie down”.   He is up to date on his vaccinations (due March, 2012) and is neutered. We’re not sure if he is microchipped, but we can take care of that once he is adopted.

If you are interested in meeting Buddy, please make sure you’ve completed an online adoption application.

Spice

Would you look at that face??

This is Spice!  Spice is around two years old and he is an owner surrender.  His owners adopted him around four months ago.  They have four young children and are finding that they do not have the time to devote to Spice and feel that it’s in his best interest to find him a new home.

Spice experienced some trauma in his original home and has some fear issues.  He’s quite timid and, because of that, is displaying some submissive urinating.  He needs a quiet home with experienced owners that can help him work through these issues.  Spice is an extrememly sweet and gentle dog.  He has great potential if someone is willing to give him a chance.

He is up to date on his vaccinations (his rabies is due in November, 2011).  He is neutered and crate trained.  He needs a little help on the lead, but he likes to go for walks.  If he is not currently microchipped, RMCR will take care of that as well.

If you are interested in meeting Spice, please make sure you’ve completed an online adoption application.

Maggie

Maggie is currently being considered for adoption by fer foster family!

Maggie is a three year old black and brown spayed female.  She was surrendered to the animal shelter for being aggressive to other dogs, however she is in a foster home with three other Cocker Spaniels and they get along just fine.  Therefore, we don’t know what may have caused any aggression, if in fact there was any.  She does display protectiveness when it comes to her food, so a prospective owner may have to feed her separately from other dogs.

Her foster mom says that she is super sweet, cuddly, and gives lots of kisses.  She has a lot of energy and loves to play.  She sleeps in at night in her kennel with the door on it left open.  She seems to like having her own little sleeping area.  She is completely house trained and comes when called.   

Maggie would do best in a home without really small children and she would do ok with other dogs close to her breed. She would make a great pet to caring people. She seems to really like going on car rides.  She also does very well on a leash (no pulling)  and likes to go on walks!

If you are interested in Maggie, please complete an online adoption application.

Hershey

Hershey has adoption applications pending.

This beautiful two-year-old chocolate female is named, appropriately enough, Hershey!

Hershey is an owner surrender.  Her current owner has a toddler and just doesn’t have the time for another youngster like Hershey.  So, she’s looking for a home with other doggy playmates, or kids that will play with her gently.  She is house trained and is current on her vaccinations until September 2011.  She’s very smart and knows several commands.  She knows she is not allowed on the sofa in her current home.  She is crate trained, but is not totally fond of being crated.  She can be trusted to be left alone in the home unsupervised.  Hershey is not currently spayed, so RMCR will take care of that surgery prior to adoption.  We will also ensure that she is microchipped.

Hershey would love for you to take her on walks or to the dog park.  She loves to look for squirrels and rabbits and would really like to chase them!  If you would like to give her a new home, please make sure you’ve completed an online adoption application.

Maggie

Maggie has an application in progress. 

Maggie is a two year old golden female Cocker Spaniel that is being surrendered by her owners because she does not get along with the Sheepdog and Pyrenees that live in the same house.  The home is also full of teenagers and she is agitated by the activity. 

Maggie would do best in a quieter environment without young children and possibly as an only dog, however she may do better with a smaller breed and preferably males.  She is quite small at 15 pounds.  She is spayed, house trained and crate trained.  She has had professional training and is good on the lead.

Maggie is up to date on her vaccinations and will be microchipped prior to adoption.  Like most Cocker Spaniels, she likes to chase squirrels and loves squeaky toys.  She responds well to several commands.

If you are interested in meeting Maggie, please complete an online adoption application.

Baby Bean

Baby Bean is a courtesy cross post for another rescue.  If you are interested in her, please use the information on the bottom of the page to contact the rescue that has her.?

Baby Bean is approximately 9-11 months of age, black with white chest, 18#, spayed, all vaccines current, and is heartworm negative.

Baby Bean is making great strides in her housetraining every day! She is crate trained (as long as she has a chewy or Kong to keep her busy and occupied until she falls asleep.) She is learning to walk on leash, and is FULL OF GO!! She will make a great energetic partner for power walks! She is a lovebug, and prefers nothing more than to be at your side and be petted and to have her ears rubbed. Baby Bean is fostering in a household that has three other Cocker kids and LOVES company. She also loves that fabulous “mommy and me” one-on-one time too…  An absolute dollbaby!

 ADOPTION FEE: Contact Rockin’ Paw for information. An additional fee may be charged for out-of-state adoptions for health certifications/transportation required by the state of KS)

CONTACT US TO INQUIRE about adopting Baby Bean:

?Mi’Chielle Cooper, President

Rockin’ Paw Rescue & Adoption Network, Inc.

Parsons Kansas

rockinpaw@cableone.net  

(620) 340-2749

www.rockinpaw.petfinder.com