Hello potential adopters! My name is Blakely, and I wanted to share some information about myself with you. I'm a wonderful and affectionate companion who would love to find my people.

One of my best qualities is that I get along well with both dogs and humans. I'm also tolerant of cats, which is a big plus if you have any feline friends at home. While I haven't been around kids, it's important to introduce me to older, respectful children gradually to ensure everyone's safety and comfort.

I should mention that I used to be a stray, so I have a tendency to wander. To keep me safe, it's important to take precautions to prevent me from escaping. This means always monitoring me in a fenced-in yard and keeping me on a leash when outside. When accessing outdoor areas, it's advisable to ensure I am behind a secure door or baby gate to prevent any accidental escapes.

I love being close to my human, and it's something I find truly endearing. Providing me with a soft and comfortable bed, and allowing me to sleep in bed with you if it's suitable for your household, will make me feel content and secure. I also enjoy treats and playing with toys, so incorporating these into my daily routine will contribute to my happiness.

It's important to note that I am heartworm positive, but please don't let that scare you away from adopting me! After undergoing treatment, I will be completely healthy again, and heartworm is not a contagious disease. Because I need treatment, I am available exclusively through Ruff Start's Foster to Adopt (FTA) program. You can click HERE to learn more about this program.

During my treatment, I will need to visit one of Ruff Start's partner veterinary clinics in St. Cloud for three injections. The first injection will be 5/24/23, and the second and third injections will happen 30 days after the first. While undergoing treatment, I should be on activity "restrictions," which simply means I should relax in my crate or cuddle with you.

If you're interested in learning more about heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, you can click HERE. If you're interested in getting to know me better, please fill out an adoption application. I would love to find a home where I can feel safe and loved, leaving my stray past as a distant memory. Thank you for considering me as your new companion!

Click here to learn more about heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract.

To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page.

If you'd like to donate towards this pet's care, you can donate to our Animal Care Fund. Our Animal Care Fund supports the medical and veterinary needs for all Ruff Start Rescue animals. You'll be able to enter this pet's name on the second page of the donation form.