The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County

The Alternative Humane Society is a foster-only, 501(c)3 rescue organization. We are an all-volunteer, nonprofit animal welfare organization serving Whatcom County, Washington, helping animals and educating the public since 1977We have no shelter, office, or paid staff and rely on private donations to help run our organization. Our programs include Canine and Feline Foster & Adoption, Spay & Neuter Assistance, and Community Cats Information and Referral.Mission Statement: The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to improving the lives of dogs and cats and helping them find and stay in permanent loving homes.Our goals are:• To make Whatcom County a community where no healthy animals are euthanized• To prevent unwanted dog and cat births through spay and neuter assistance• To cultivate respect and awareness for the needs of animals through education• To advocate for the humane treatment of dogs and cats in all areas of life

Bellingham, wa,98227
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Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: (360) 671-7445

Website: https://alternativehumanesociety.com/

Julie

American Pit Bull Terrier | Skagit County, WA

BabyFemaleMedium

About

Vaccination

Current

House Trained

Yes

Good in Home With

Children

Meet Julie

~~ Foster Needed or even better **FOREVER HOME** ~~Meet Julie!Julie is a super sweet 10-month-old, 38-lb pittie who loves to play and cuddle. She is always up for a walk, a round of tug-of-war, or a romp with friends her size or bigger. When playtime is over, Julie is happy to laze around the house, relax in the sunshine, or cuddle up with her humans, but be ready… she has serious boundary issues and will happily take up your whole lap if you let her!Julie had a rough start to life that caused some issues with her GI tract. She is currently on a prescription diet and medication to help her heal and gain weight. None of this slows her down, though. She is a happy, energetic girl!Being a youngster, Julie is learning new things all the time. She is very treat-motivated and wants to please, which is a great plus for training. She is fully house-trained and will signal that she has to go outside by sitting at the door. She also quickly mastered the dog door in her foster home!If you love spending time in the outdoors, Julie will make a great companion. She is good on leash, is very curious and is always up for new adventures.Need to go out for a bit? No problem. Julie is quite content to hang out in her crate with her favorite toy and bone. If you want to take her with you, though, she loves car rides and will gladly wait in the back seat while you’re running your errands.A good guard dog, Julie barks at unfamiliar sounds but not excessively. She is wary of new people and may growl or lunge when scared, so slow introductions are crucial. She will benefit from some focused training to overcome her fear. Due to Julie’s fear and energy level, a family with older, dog-savvy children or no children will be best for her. She will chase cats and small dogs so proper introduction and training will be necessary if either is in the home.Gaining Julie’s trust may take a couple of days but once you have it, her personality shines and she quickly becomes your best friend. She is a super sweet pup who wants nothing more than to be loved and be with her humans.Julie is available for adoption through the Alternative Humane Society. If you are ready to give this sweet girl the forever home she deserves, you will be rewarded with love and loyalty!Fill out an application today at https://alternativehumanesociety.com/statement-of-interest-dog/(Julie is up to date on vaccines, and is microchipped and spayed. Basic obedience training will be required for Julie and her adopter(s), and AHS will cover the cost. Additionally, Julie’s adoption fee has been reduced to offset some of the cost for her food and medication.)

Adoption Process
1. Submit Application . We will only be calling applications that are a possible match for the dog 2. Interview The case manager of that dog will contact you by phone or email to set up a meet and greet,if you are a possible match for that dog. 3. Meet the Pet If you think you all are a good match, we may set up a home visit or the case manager will request pictures of your home. 4. Sign Adoption Contract DUE TO COVID 19- ALL ADOPTIONS AND MEET AND GREETS ARE BY APPOINMENT ONLY. WE CAN NOT ADOPT TO CANADA AT THIS TIME. 5. Pay Fee 6. Take the Pet Home All pets have a 10 day adjustment period for a home visit. AHS does not do same-day adoptions. We provide a form called a “Statement of Interest” for potential adopters to fill out. When completed, this form is reviewed by an AHS volunteer (the animal’s Case Manager) who will contact the potential adopter with any additional questions and arrange a meeting if it looks like a good match. those who look like a good match. Adoption fees for DOGS are: Puppies (up to age 18 months): $330 (plus $170 spay/neuter deposit) Adult (18 months - 8 years old): $250 Seniors (8 years and up): $190 (There is an additional $170 spay/neuter deposit for Adults/Seniors not already neutered/spayed.) Adoption fees for CATS are: $190 for kittens up to one year Adult cats over 1-7 year. $130 Seniors cats-8 and up. $100 Fee includes basic shots, spay or neuter, and microchip All cats are FIV/FELV tested

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