Sapphire

My story

Sapphire is estimated to be about 1 years old, and about 45-50lbs. Catahoulas are known for being extremely intelligent, and very loyal. Sapphire not unlike many other rescues was found as a stray in Arkansas, and brought to the shelter with hopes of being adopted. Our rescuers in Arkansas reached out to us because they have not been able to find a home for her there, but Colorado has been a great state for giving rescue dogs homes. Sapphire is very sweet, friendly and attentive to your every word. Because of her attentiveness, she will learn very quickly. She is also good with other dogs. We do believe that she would do best in a home with older kids and not little ones. If you've owned a catahoula before you know how amazing they can be. Sapphire's coat does look good, but it will need help to stay that way. Farfel's believes in giving the dogs salmon oil and five star food to keep their coats shiny and feeling soft, and giving them the occasional bath. Good nutrition can also help with the quality and longevity of the dogs life. As a part of the adoption fee Farfel's will give you a goodie box that consist of a harness, food for the first week, a bag of training treats, dental chews, poop bags, CBD treats, and Love Has No Age Limit book, that has many great tips on adopting a rescue, and many handouts to help you with your new pup! The adoption fee also helps us rescue dogs that have illnesses such as heartworm and get them back to full health to be adopted.? With any rescue, moving from a shelter to a foster or to an adoptive home can be very confusing. When an adopting family is sensitive to the challenges of change and acclimation for these dog's, the transition is far easier. A home with a very loving and nurturing family that understands that blossoming takes time would be perfect home for Sapphire. Socialization, pure love and belly rubs is a gift to a dog that is undergoing a life change. Given the time and space, these dogs shine.  Farfel's Rescue has found over time (we've rescued more than 3,000 dogs over 15 years of rescue) that families that attend level 1 group training classes or address individual challenges at home with one of our approved positive reinforcement/force free trainers keep their dogs for life. Dogs that do not get proper training and socialization have a much higher risk of developing behavioral problems. There is a bonding that occurs through the training process that can't be duplicated. It also teaches behaviors that enable a dog to go out into the world with excellent manners that create a very respectful relationship between dogs and their humans. It is for all these reasons that Farfel's isn't willing to adopt to a family that doesn't choose to create this training relationship. Farfel's is happy to provide a list of approved positive reinforcement/ force-free trainers in your area.  Sapphire is up to date on her shots, and has been spayed. Sapphire is arriving on transport in Boulder on 4/7/2021. Applications are currently being accepted for our wonderful pup. If interested in this gorgeous, very cuddly/sweet and loving best friend, please fill out an application completely at http://farfels.com/farfels-rescue/adoption-form/ and submit. **PLEASE NOTE** If you're truly interested in adopting from us, please be sure to fill out our Farfel's Rescue adoption application found at the link above or at farfels.com. Adoption site applications such as Petfinder, Rescueme and Adoptapet don't provide enough information and therefore aren't useful. Our Farfel's application is the only initial tool that we have to determine a great match for this very deserving puppy. We're sorry, but in most cases, we're unable to get back to those that don't submit our Farfel's Rescue adoption application. Thanks very much for choosing rescue.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Sapphire, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.