Thunder - Collie and Shepherd Dog for Adoption in Glocester, Rhode Island

Adoption Application
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- Collie Mix
- Est. DOB 6/21/26
- Up to date on all age-appropriate vaccines
- Up to date on flea/tick/heartworm prevention
- Dewormed
- Neutered

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Arrival Information:
11/7 -Smithfield, RI or Griswold, CT (Transport Arrival Date/Location; Non-MA Residents only)
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11/9 -Westport, MA (Quarantine Facility Pick-Up Date/Location; MA Residents)

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Adoption fee of $400

**Please Note**
The pet(s) in this post are not yet local and are currently unavailable for in-person meet-and-greets. If you are not comfortable committing to adoption without meeting the pet beforehand, or if you have additional questions, please do not submit an application for this pet at this time. Please wait to apply until the pet is listed as local (If they are still available by then)


** PLEASE READ... ADDITIONAL INFO YOU SHOULD KNOW**

- For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix.
- We do our best to describe and place based on personality, not breed label.
- If you have questions or concerns, please reach out, and one of our adoption volunteers will get back to you ASAP. Please be patient, we are all volunteers.

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MA QUARANTINE FEE (Applies to Certain Adoptions)
An additional $150 fee applies to:
• All Massachusetts residents, and
• Any adopter (regardless of state of residence) adopting a pet that has completed the Massachusetts quarantine process and is being released from a Massachusetts foster home or facility

This additional fee helps offset a portion of the increased costs associated with Massachusetts-based fosters, quarantine requirements, and out-of-state transport compliance.

• 48-hour mandatory Massachusetts quarantine boarding
• Required veterinary exam and release from the MA quarantine facility
• Microchip with prepaid lifetime registration
• A bath on the day of release
• A properly fitted martingale collar
For More information on MA Quarantine Regulations & MA Adoption, visit: https://arne-ri.org/ma-adoption-information/

The Collie is a graceful and intelligent dog known for their loyalty, gentle nature, and exceptional herding abilities. They come in two coat varieties, rough and smooth, with colors ranging from sable and white to blue merle. Collies excel in obedience training and thrive on mental stimulation and physical activity. Their keen intuition and strong bond with their owners make them wonderful family pets and reliable working dogs in tasks such as herding livestock or in search and rescue missions.

The shepherd dog breed encompasses a versatile group known for their intelligence, loyalty, and strong work ethic. With a heritage deeply rooted in herding and protecting livestock, shepherds excel at various tasks ranging from obedience and agility competitions to search and rescue missions. Their protective nature makes them excellent family pets, offering unwavering devotion and a natural instinct to watch over and care for their loved ones. In addition to their remarkable abilities, shepherds are often characterized by their distinctive appearance, including a sturdy build, alert expression, and a signature double coat that provides insulation and protection in various climates.

Animal Rescue of New England saves animals from high-kill shelters or abandonment situations and places them in loving forever homes.