jj

Meet JJ, an 8-year-old, 40# Border Collie with a heart as soft as his beautiful coat. This tender, sensitive boy is the very definition of a sweetheart. JJ is gentle, loving, and thoughtful in everything he does. He approaches the world with cautious curiosity, taking his time to observe, understand, and then engage with the people and experiences around him.

JJ’s favorite things are all about connection. He adores being petted, and absolutely lights up when told he’s a good, brave boy. He sticks close to his person, happiest when settled at your feet. JJ enjoys classical music, toys (which he proudly carries everywhere), and playful games like keep-away with his foster mom or chasing a frisbee in the yard.

A daily walk and outside playtime are enough to keep him happy and healthy. JJ must have a fenced yard attached to his home for exploring and bathroom breaks - he isn’t pottying on leash just yet. He loves his crate, is housebroken, walks nicely on leash and is friendly to visitors. Out in the world, he watches other dogs and people with interest. He may startle at loud noises, but recovers quickly.

JJ's foster family asks him to try “one hard thing” each day, understanding that some things (like car rides) are challenging for him... and could be too much that day. They are moving at JJ's pace to build trust, accepting that some days he is just not up to it. All these positive experiences are buildings JJ's confidence in his people and his world.

The ideal family for JJ is calm and patient. Experience supporting timid dogs would be ideal. JJ is looking for a home with minimal stairs due to weakness in his rear end (walks and playtime are making him stronger all the time!). He doesn’t need a canine sibling, though a quiet, low-key doggie friend would be fine.

An adult home or one with older, gentle kids is a good fit for JJ. We are not sure what he would think of cats.

JJ has arthritis and received chiropractic care, which may have helped with his comfort and improved his mobility. He benefits from daily medications and supplements (gabapentin, carprofen and an Omega-3) to help him feel better. The rescue will supply 3 months of medication (approximately $50/mo) to his adopters. He may wean himself off these meds as he gets stronger and more active.

JJ is being fostered in Richfield, MN. He is ready to find his own family and become a treasured member of his very own family.

As a foster-based rescue, we do not have a central facility to visit. Meet and greets with specific dogs are arranged once your adoption application (not an inquiry through Petfinder) has been received, processed, and approved. We are located in Minnesota and adopt to an area 400 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

JJ's adoption fee is $250 + MN sales tax. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on age-appropriate vaccines. Upon adoption, all of our dogs go to their new homes with a collar and harness, leash, starter food, blanket, favorite toys & treats. They are current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention.