Adopt | Be Like Josh Foundation

ADOPTABLE PUPS

Due to the unique nature of welcoming a dog with a neurological disability into your family, the Be Like Josh Foundation requires all adopters to travel to the Phoenix area for a minimum of two nights for a meet and greet/adoption trial prior to finalizing the adoption.

Currently, due to travel restrictions and vaccination requirements, we are only able to adopt to homes located in the contiguous United States.

For all the dogs below, they do not need to have a status of "adoptable" in order to send in an application!

We understand that there is an emotional investment in applying to adopt a dog and we realize that the application process is rather impersonal. Everybody on our team has had the experience of applying for adoption and we understand how important it is to stand out from the pack. We welcome and encourage you to write an additional love letter along with your application. Simply create a separate email and tell us about yourself, and why you feel you would be the perfect fit. Please send your email separately to jenny@belikejosh.org and with the subject line "Love Letter to (dog's name) from (name of applicant)"

Hazel: Forever Foundation Dog

Hazel will be staying with us at the BLJ for the rest of her time here on earth. She is a beautiful survivor who simply isn't meant to be here for a long time but who has touched our hearts and will forever remain an important part of who we are, as a team of dedicated rescuers.
Hazel was diagnosed with severe hydrocephalus and a malformation of her C2 vertebrae. While she has made great progress during her time with us, we have recently hit a point of diminishing returns. Collectively, with the guidance of our vet team, we have decided the best course of action is to let Hazel dictate the rest of her earthly journey and we will continue to support her for as long as she would like to stay here.

Bridget: adoptable

Bridget is a 1 year old, fawn-colored, female pit mix. She's hilarious! By far, she is one of the funniest, silliest and sweetest girls you'll ever meet. She loves all animals of all sizes. She currently lives with cats and dogs of all sizes, ages and life stages. She very playful but also gentle. Despite having cerebellar hypoplasia, she is very independent and has great motor control. She is perfectly potty trained, crate trained and knows commands. She would do best in a home that understands her need for play because she's so vibrant and energetic. She would love another active dog her size to chase the ball with and mouth play. She recently gave brith to a litter of 8 puppies who are all neuro-typical and she was a great momma to them, but now she's ready to go be a puppy again and live out her days as a beloved member of an active family. Her diagnosis impacts her gait and that's about it. She has ataxia, or "drunk walking" but there is no health impact or shortened life span associated with her condition.

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Papi: Adoptable

Papi is pure joy! He is a 5 month old, male husky with a sweet gentle spirit. Papi is magical and he is a very joyful soul. He gets along with everyone he meets. He loves all dogs, people and kids.
Papi was diagnosed with a quadrigeminal cyst which is basically a fluid filled sac that is sitting on top of his cerebellum and causing compression. He was diagnosed at 12 weeks and has made huge improvements in strength, coordination and energy since then. At this time, neurology doesn't believe that he will need any medical intervention for his condition. Although the cerebellum is being compressed, we suspect that the compression has lessened as he has grown and causing a lesser impact. Papi leads a very typical life and needs very little extra assistance. He is crate trained, socialized, and very independent. He would do best in a home with other dog friends and with an active family who will play

Adoption Application

First Name

Name of dog you are interested in

Phone Number

Last Name

Email

Address

Type of home

Is your yard fenced?

Does your pool have a fence?

Do you own or rent?

Do you have a pool?

Do you have a dog door?

Is there a breed or size restriction?

Are all pets in your house spayed / neutured?

Where will the adopted pet sleep?

What kind of food do your pets eat?

Where will the adopted pet spend the day?

How will the adopted pet get exercise?

How many hours a day will the adopted pet be alone?

Where will the adopted pet stay when left alone?

Do you have a regular Vet? If yes, please list contact info

Size preference?

Additional preferences?

What arrangements will you make for the care of your pets in case of an emergency?

What would you do with the animal if you had to move?

Have you ever had a pet euthanized?

Sex preference?

Please describe in detail the pet you are looking for

What reasons would you consider giving up / returning the adopted pet?

Have you ever turned an animal in to the shelter?

Will you allow us to perform home checks?

Name / Signature

Today's Date

Thank You!