My name is Jefferson!

Hi! I’m Jefferson! I am believed to be about 2.5yrs old (5/2022) and possibly a boxer mix. I was found running around in Champlin with no care in the world. I even ran across Highway 169 to avoid getting caught. I had a few NDLB volunteers as well as a couple others on a wild goose chase for a few hours between starting in Osseo area and ending in Champlin. My foster was the one who finally caught me. I was super skinny, and both my front feet had torn paw pads. I immediately knew I was safe with them and started taking treats out of their hands. Culver’s chicken was the best!

After a legal seven-day stray hold (my foster momma posted me all over to try and find my family, but no one came forward), I was welcomed into NDLB.

I still need to gain some much-needed weight, but my paw pads have healed and it doesn’t hurt to walk anymore.

I am good with all dogs. I enjoy their company versus trying to play really. I would need another dog in my forever home as I don't like to be alone.

I am good in my kennel without making much sound. I do prefer to have a light on if the kennel is in a dark spot, however. But I cuddle up with my bed and pillows and snooze away.

I walk great on a leash with minimal pulling; and I ride great in the car (back seat or the back part of an SUV preferred so I can lay down.)

I haven’t met a cat, so not sure how I would be. But my momma thinks I’ll be fine with them as I had no prey drive for the rabbit that ran all over the yard just before I was caught.

I do have what is called Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome (or SARDS). What does that mean? I can see most right now, but I do bump into walls/doors/objects as if they weren't there to begin with. I will go blind at some point, unfortunately, we do not know when that some point is. Is it tomorrow? Is it next month? Or is it three years down the road? It's unknown but usually when it happens, it will be quick. Also with it, we don't know if I will loose all sight or if I will still see some. Because of my failing eye sight, I am more cautious with meeting people - especially if standing over me. Although I am good with kids, momma thinks I'll be best with older kids due to my poor eyesight. 

Will you please be my forever and love on me?

Adoption fee includes: Full veterinary exam, Alter, Prepaid microchip, Dewormed, Rabies vaccine (if age appropriate), Distemper combo vaccine(s) appropriate to age, Bordetella vaccine, 4DX (over 6 months of age), Flea/tick and heartworm preventative while in rescue. Adoption fee: $325.00