Host a Dog
Will you take a deserving dog for a sleepover to give them a break?
Our Host a Dog Sleepover
The exposure you provide and the behavioral input you can gather is vital to helping the dogs find forever homes. This is such a great experience for not only our dogs, but also for the families that have opened their hearts and homes to our dogs who are awaiting families of their own.
Fun things to do with to show off your Sleepover Guest!
- Hikes and Local Parks (Leash must be on at all time and no dog parks please!)
- Dog-friendly restaurants, bars, breweries
- Trivia Night and other local events
- Find out if we’re having a Saving Grace event that lines up with your host weekend!
Upcoming Host Opportunities
Will you take a deserving dog for a slumber party this weekend?
Host pick up: FRIDAY evening
Host drop-off: SUNDAY evening
Thank you in advance for your patience & understanding if the list is closed before you are able to sign up. We are opening up spots slowly to ensure we have enough available dogs for host.
**Please save or flag the email that is sent to you after you submit the form in the link. This will allow you to go in later and edit your information or add weekends that you would like to foster. Once you fill out the questionnaire, we are expecting you to foster for the weekend/weekends you selected. You will get a confirmation email from Saving Grace saying about a week before your selected weekend**
Will you take a deserving dog for a slumber party this weekend?
Host pick up: FRIDAY evening
Host drop-off: SUNDAY evening
Thank you in advance for your patience & understanding if the list is closed before you are able to sign up. We are opening up spots slowly to ensure we have enough available dogs for host.
**Please save or flag the email that is sent to you after you submit the form in the link. This will allow you to go in later and edit your information or add weekends that you would like to foster. Once you fill out the questionnaire, we are expecting you to foster for the weekend/weekends you selected. You will get a confirmation email from Saving Grace saying about a week before your selected weekend**
Will you take a deserving dog for a slumber party this weekend?
Host pick up: FRIDAY evening
Host drop-off: SUNDAY evening
Thank you in advance for your patience & understanding if the list is closed before you are able to sign up. We are opening up spots slowly to ensure we have enough available dogs for host.
**Please save or flag the email that is sent to you after you submit the form in the link. This will allow you to go in later and edit your information or add weekends that you would like to foster. Once you fill out the questionnaire, we are expecting you to foster for the weekend/weekends you selected. You will get a confirmation email from Saving Grace saying about a week before your selected weekend**
Will you take a deserving dog for an EXTENDED slumber party this week?
Don’t you want a furry friend under your tree? By hosting a deserving Saving Grace pup for an extended weekend, we will be able to give our volunteers a much needed break and introduce our dogs to family holiday time!
Host pick up: *Thursday* 12/23 evening
Host drop-off: Friday 12/26 OR Saturday 12/27
Thank you in advance for your patience & understanding if the list is closed before you are able to sign up. We are opening up spots slowly to ensure we have enough available dogs for host.
**Please save or flag the email that is sent to you after you submit the form in the link. This will allow you to go in later and edit your information or add weekends that you would like to foster. Once you fill out the questionnaire, we are expecting you to foster for the weekend/weekends you selected. You will get a confirmation email from Saving Grace saying about a week before your selected weekend**
Will you take a deserving dog for an EXTENDED slumber party this week?
Don’t you want a furry friend under your tree? By hosting a deserving Saving Grace pup for an extended weekend, we will be able to give our volunteers a much needed break and introduce our dogs to family holiday time!
Host pick up: *Thursday* 12/30 evening
Host drop-off: Sunday 1/2 OR Monday 1/3
Thank you in advance for your patience & understanding if the list is closed before you are able to sign up. We are opening up spots slowly to ensure we have enough available dogs for host.
**Please save or flag the email that is sent to you after you submit the form in the link. This will allow you to go in later and edit your information or add weekends that you would like to foster. Once you fill out the questionnaire, we are expecting you to foster for the weekend/weekends you selected. You will get a confirmation email from Saving Grace saying about a week before your selected weekend**
Benefits of hosting
- Reduction in stress (dogs get to rest & recharge)
- Extra exercise
- Socialization
- Exposure in the community
- Valuable feedback on behavior in a home environment
- Learning house manners
- Extra love and attention for the dogs and the hosts!
- Happy dogs and happy volunteers!
- Increased adoptions, some by our hosts that fall in love!
Take the first step to a sleepover!
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STEP 1: What is a Sleepover
Find out more about our Sleepover program.
STEP 2: Pick a Date
Sign up for each time you’d like to have a Sleepover guest.
STEP 3: Pick them up
Our Pickup Times are typically Friday evenings, but you’ll get emails with specific instructions for your sleepover.
STEP 4: Bring them back
Drop-off time is usually on Sunday evening or Monday afternoon, but you’ll get emails with specific instructions for your sleepover.
Here’s what happens at sleepovers….
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FAQs about Sleepovers
Are all the Saving Grace dogs up to date on vaccines and preventatives?
Yes. All dogs have all required vaccines and boosters and are started on preventative treatment for fleas/ticks and heartworm upon coming on site and into our program.
Can I bring my dog to pick up to make sure they get along?
We don’t recommend this as there is too much going on at Saving Grace in our parking lot area for it to be a good place for dogs to meet. It is an anxious environment with new people and things happening and multiple Saving Grace dogs being moved out during this time.
Can I get follow-up information about the adopter to find out how my host dog is doing in his/her permanent home?
For reasons of privacy we can’t give out contact information. We encourage our adopters, however, to submit “Happy Tails” stories and pictures on our Saving Grace website.
Can I give my host dog a bath?
Yes – but only if the dog has not recently (within the last 10 days) had surgery. The incision must remain dry to heal properly. In some cases, sponge baths are ok as well if the site stays dry.
Can I host a dog if I don’t live in the Wake Forest area?
Yes, but we do ask that you are within 1 hour driving time to our location in case any emergencies arise with you or the dog.
Can I keep my host dog longer than just the weekend?
Most host sleepovers are just for the weekend as the dogs need to be at the farm during the week to have the best opportunity for adoption.
Can I pick the dog I want to host?
Dogs available for weekend host are pre-selected for which dogs will benefit most from the time in a home.
Can I take the dog out of town?
Dogs owned by Saving Grace need to stay in the area in case something comes up and they need to be returned onsite.
Do I have to use a crate with my host dog?
For the safety and security of your home and the dog you are hosting we highly recommend that whenever you are unable to supervise the dog, it should be crated.
What are the most important things to teach my host dog?
The time you spend teaching your dog to sit, greet others politely and walk on a leash is invaluable to the dog’s adoptability. Some dogs may need help and patience with other things such as consistent potty training or nervousness. Positive, human interactions, praise and love will increase the confidence of your shelter dog.
What do I need to have on hand to host a sleepover?
A crate, a leash and some food – we can help if needed!
What if I decide to adopt my dog, will I get a discount for hosting?
As much as we would like to give discounts, especially to our wonderful weekend hosts, we can’t do this and cover costs for spaying/neutering, heartworm treatments, monthly preventions and medications, housing and food for all the dogs in the program.
What if I fall in love with my host dog and want to adopt?
We have a process for that and the adoptions team will be happy to assist! Please contact the host team as soon as you commit to adopting your host dog.
What if my host dog becomes sick?
Please be in touch with the host team as soon as you feel something isn’t right with your dog. They will advise you on next best steps for getting your host dog back to us for treatment. Please do not go to your own vet unless you are willing to cover costs yourself.
What supplies will Saving Grace give to weekend host families?
We are happy to provide a crate, leash and will harness the dog before he or she leaves with you.
Which dogs go into the Saving Grace Weekend Host Program?
Many dogs are available for sleepovers – especially those that have been at the farm for awhile!
Will Saving Grace pay for any damage a host dog does to my carpet or furniture?
In accordance with the host agreement you have signed, we can’t be responsible for any damage done by the dog to any personal property. We do try to guide you in best practices to ensure you have a successful host weekend.
The goals of the program are to give dogs a break from the hustle and bustle of the farm, receive more individualized attention and gain community awareness. Review our detailed guidelines to find out more.
Host Update for the amazing Wesley!![]()
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"Wesley was a great house guest this past week. Although he didn't like the car at first, by the end of the week he was jumping in all by himself. He was very good on the leash, never pulling me and stayed right by my side. He is a very sweet boy always wanting to lean on you, rest his head for a nap on your lap or give kisses. He is a ham for attention so the only time we ever heard him bark was twice and both times was for more pets. He was very good with the little kids in our neighborhood and very excited to meet new people. He didn't have one accident all week! He was very good at letting us know when he needed to go out and would sleep through the night no problem in his crate. He was 50/50 with new dogs and would let you know by either hiding behind you or by running up to the other dog. He liked to play with his rainbow worm plushy and would go down for a big nap after a good walk or playtime. He made a great walking and then TV binging companion. He is more socially motivated than food motivated. He definitely prefers to play with others than by himself. He would make a great companion for a family with older children or someone with another dog for him to play with. He has a great personality and is very goofy. He liked to sleep on his back half under our bed and would always turn on his back for good belly rubs! Thank you for the opportunity to host this fella for the week!"
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Nettie is thankful for all of her amazing host families, and is looking for a furever family to share her hugs, kisses, and snuggles everyday! As she's searching for that perfect home, see what some of her hosts have said about their sleepovers with Nettie:![]()
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"Oh sweet Nettie! We had the pleasure of hosting her this weekend. It was our first time hosting and we couldn't have been paired with a better dog. She immediately fit into our home. She is the biggest cuddle bug! She will bury her head into your chest, lay on you or just curl up beside you for a good nap. She is completely house broken. We didn't end up using the crate and she slept with my son the whole weekend (through the night). She loved her walks and is great on a leash. I don't think her adorable little nub stopped wagging the entire time she was with us. If she's not napping she loves to play with toys but is content playing by herself too. She is seriously one of the sweetest dogs I have ever met and is so deserving of a good home."![]()
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"Nettie is a very sweet and patient dog! She tolerates all the snuggles you can give her and certainly would rather lay next to you than piled on top of you. She very much likes to be wherever you are. She doesn’t particularly chew on things but she gets antsy sometimes, so we found she would love to have some good toys and bones around to keep her busy. Walking is interesting with her - she doesn’t pull, but sometimes she just doesn’t really want to go! (I guess we can all relate to that some days.) We didn’t crate her much; we are home most of the time, which I think she preferred because she wasn't a big fan of being in her crate. She was a very sweet companion and we enjoyed having her for the week. (Also to some of the more wary; she didn’t seem to shed much!)"![]()
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Nettie has many talents (including not shedding much!!!), but her love and snuggles for humans of all ages is unmatched. To meet Nettie, head to our "adopt" page on our website and send in an adoption request to schedule an appointment! To check out how to host a fabulous dog like Nettie, head to our "host a dog" page on our website and sign up! Don't forget to check on upcoming events to meet incredible Saving Grace dogs wishing for their own home for the holidays ❤️
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She was adopted this past week ❤️
She is so pretty 😍.
What a Bristol sweet ❤️
Kendra Berry
Brandon Smith
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Host update from Topeka's sleepover!!![]()
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"Topeka is the best girl in the world! She is such a happy little wiggle-butt and has never met a stranger. She loved getting attention when I had friends over, but she's also perfectly fine with a sleepy, lazy Sunday on the couch. She had no accidents and slept great in her crate each night. When I needed to leave the house she did awesome in her crate, normally sleeping or chewing on her bone. She did not have an opportunity to interact with cats or other dogs, but she did see a dog in passing on a walk and didn’t seem too curious. She does great on a leash and I would image she would be fine with older kids! She loves to flip over onto her back to receive some well-deserved belly rubs. She rode in the car very well. She is a quiet, low energy girl who just wants to be by your side. She would love long daily walks or would be perfectly fine curling up in the sun all day. Everyone who met Topeka adored her! We are confident that she will find a loving home very soon!!"![]()
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If you may be the loving home that Topeka is looking for, head to our website and submit an adoption request to set up a time to meet her!
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Such a fun and sweet love bug!
Why dont you adopt her?
Look how cute she is 🤗 Victoria Grace Taylor
How much does she weigh?
Ears 🤗
Preston McCauley
Jacqueline Morlando Chris Thomas
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Read about Carlotta's amazing sleepover last weekend with her awesome host family!![]()
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"Carlotta and I had a great time this past host weekend! She warmed up and settled into the apartment life very quickly. She likes to play and chew on a bone but is also very happy to relax and nap on the couch. She loves to snuggle and get her belly rubbed. She did great on her walks and didn’t pull on the leash. No issues with barking at other dogs or when left by herself. We didn’t have any accidents inside and she slept well in her crate. She is such a sweetheart and will do great in an apartment or home!"![]()
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If this beautiful girl sounds like a great fit for your family & your lifestyle, come on down to meet her!!! Send in an adoption request to schedule an appointment ❤️
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Thanks for the write up, she sounds like a great pup🥰
She is precious!!
What a pretty girl
Kerston Taylor McCall 🥺🥺
How old? Weight?
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Sheldon is a great-looking sweet & gentle guy who will greet you right as you walk in the gate on the farm! Check out the update from his host sleepover:![]()
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"Sheldon is one of the best dogs we have hosted! He is so sweet and the only thing he needs is love from his family. He is very cat-friendly, dog-friendly, people-friendly, kid-friendly, squirrel-friendly... he loves every living thing!!! We did not notice a single bad habit in our week together. Sheldon is a great eater, does fantastic in his crate, loves car rides, and was such a show off at the breweries and Saving Grace events that he attended over his week. He just wanted to snuggle up with anyone who came to say hello! He enjoys playing with toys and chewing on bones - he knows what objects belongs to him and doesn't try to take anyone else's items. He loved having confident dogs to look up to and play with, but was happy to entertain himself too. Sheldon was fabulous on a leash and didn't pull at all. Running around in the yard, naps in the sun, and couch snuggles when allowed were highlights of Sheldon's days. We had a truly amazing week hosting him and couldn't have asked for a better guest. I can't wait for his perfect family to come meet him and take him home!!!"![]()
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Are you ready to meet the incredible Sheldon?!?! Send in an adoption request to set up an appointment!
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Such a beautiful boy! Praying he finds his forever home!
Awww!! Too bad he’s thousands of miles away or I would bring him straight home with me!!
Love black dogs and Sheldon is a handsome fella.
He’s absolutely adorable!!
He looks like my Silas!
He is so sweet and beautiful!!!
He's so beautiful. Absolutely gorgeous
Knock knock !! Sheldon needs a home🐾❤️
He’s adorable. 😊
Sheldon, your amazing and adorable 💙💙
Yes…he’d be perfect for you guys.
He’s beautiful ❤️❤️
Is Sheldon still available
I would love to meet Sheldon!
Is he still available
Margaret Kruzner
What a sweet baby!
How big is Sheldon? Cutie.
Is there an approximate age for Sheldon?
Laura C. Ehrhardt your mom!
Ashley Degner Blizzard it’s Sheldon
Colin Puckett
Evan Eaves
Brian Shew
Erik Parker
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We are SO thankful for all of our amazing, loving, dedicated hosts!!! Our pups like Hoover are thankful too! Hoover's host families have had the most glowing reviews after his weekend sleepovers. Check out what his hosts said about him last weekend!!![]()
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"Hoover is an absolute joy. This dreamboat is certain to thrive in his forever home. He's an ideal companion; you want to go for a walk or a hike? He's ready to go at a moment's notice to go for miles on end. Time to lounge on the couch? Make sure you save a spot for Hoover, 'cause he's right there with you ready for a nap!![]()
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He's already got pretty good manners and is sure to only get better with some training. He is eager to please and responded well to some basic training. He didn't have any accidents and let us know if he needed to go outside. He was always excited to be in the great outdoors and would pull a bit on his leash, but never to the point of being overpowering. Still, being a hound, he would sometimes fixate on a critter on our walks and it took some strong pulling to get him away. We walked all over our neighborhood and took him on a couple hikes as well. While Hoover was a lounge dog once we were home, he does need exercise and activity to both fulfill his curiosity and tire him out.![]()
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On the way to our hikes and back to the shelter, Hoover did well in car rides. He liked to move around quite a bit in the car, but wouldn't bark and would eventually find a comfortable seat. When seeing other dogs on our walks and hikes, he rarely barked, even if they did. We only interacted with other dogs in passing, so unclear how he behaves around them beyond that.![]()
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We also took Hoover to a pet store for a bath. He was happy to see and smell the toys and treats but was not disruptive. During his bath Hoover behaved phenomenally. We got him a chew toy for behaving so well.![]()
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Once we were home from all of our activities, Hoover was ready to lounge. He barely begged while we were cooking and was very content to be in his kennel while we ate, not barking or whining at all. He did a fantastic job sleeping in his kennel and never whined then either.![]()
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All in all, we have adored our time with Hoover and would gladly host him again, but I have a feeling this good boy is going to head to his forever home very soon! He's got a fantastic temperament, is eager to please, and so so full of love. And we love him right back!"![]()
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Does this boy sound like a dream or what?! To meet Hoover, send in an adoption request on our website and schedule a time to head down to the Saving Grace farm! He just can't wait to meet you!!!
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Truly one of the Wednesday crews favorite dogs. Such a good good pup. And so handsome!
We LOVED getting to spend the weekend with Hoover!!! Such a wonderful guy 😍
How old is he?
Omg, ❤️❤️❤️
So handsome 🥰
Love Hoover.
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Host Update for Zinc!!![]()
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I recently hosted Zinc this past weekend and it was an absolute pleasure! This was my first time hosting and he made my job super easy. He was so loving and kind, but very curious. Everywhere you went, he wanted to see what it was and what you were doing. He was very clean and respectful of the space around him. I have multiple plants throughout my apartment and he sniffed some but never attempted to bite any. ![]()
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He loved to play with toys, especially squeaky toys. Zinc was a big fan of walks too. I live right by a lake and we walked around it multiple times this past weekend and he was great. He pulls a bit on the leash, especially when meeting other dogs or humans. I worked with him a bit on leash pulling this past weekend and at the end of the weekend, I was walking him with a slack leash. He learns very quickly and is extremely food motivated. If you're cooking in the kitchen, he's right there with you. He never jumped on the counters or me to get to food though. He enjoys treats and they seem to be a good motivator to learn new tricks. ![]()
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Overall Zinc was such a great guest to have this past weekend and couldn't have asked for a better buddy. He was super cuddly all weekend and loves some head scratches. He has these eyes that just make you fall in love with him on the spot. He is truly a good dog and such a fast learner. He's super friendly towards other dogs and people too. I hope he gets a good home that is deserving of his love and curiosity. ![]()
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This week Zinc would be thankful for his very own forever home! 💙
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He is adorable. I would love some more information on him.
Boxers are amazing! I hope he finds a good home.
He looks like a special choice
Brooke Hudson
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Minerva has had a few fabulous host sleepovers and her host families have the best feedback to share so that she can find her perfect family!! See what they said about little miss Minerva:![]()
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"Minerva was a very sweet and spunky guest. She LOVED playing with my dog, she had no accidents, and she slept through the night. She is still in her puppy stages and needs some training but she was very food motivated and I know she will learn great manners quickly! Minerva was gentle and easy going on the leash. She loves a good cuddle on the couch or a dog bed. She’s a great girl and would be a welcomed addition to an active family and maybe another dog that can show her the ropes."![]()
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"Thanks for allowing us to spend time with Minerva this weekend! She is a sweet and cheerful pup. She is an active lady and likes to be in on all the action. She walks well on a leash, and is a great running partner. She seems house-trained - she had no accidents in the house during the weekend. Minerva would likely do well in a home with older kids and would be great for an active family!"![]()
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"Minerva was a delight to host! She is a happy, loving, curious young dog who enjoys the simple things...walks, belly rubs, and someone to lean into. She likes to know what everyone is doing and will make her rounds and check in regularly. Minerva is a polite eater and will take treats gently. This little gal is wonderful company! She plays well with other dogs and with her human hosts, and loves a nap in the sun. A car ride is a treat for her and she's calm and comfortable during the ride. Crate manners are excellent! She snoozed all night and was quiet until she came out for her morning walk. This young lady is waiting to meet her forever home."![]()
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Are you to meet Minerva?! Fill out an adoption request and then set up a time to come meet this fabulous girl!
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Such a sweet girl. We enjoyed our weekend with her.
She has such beautiful markings!
she is such a sweetheart!
Michele Lee Hunt Dilbert needs a sibling.
❤️❤️
Brooke Hudson
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Micah has been an amazing guest for his host sleepovers and is looking to be an amazing addition to his furever family! Check out what his host family said about their week together:![]()
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"We’ve hosted several dogs with Saving Grace, but Micah may have been our best experience to date! He loves long walks where he can follow his nose like a little detective and is very interested in the comings and goings of those around him. With that said, he walks well on a leash, understands how to stay on the sidewalk when he needs to and will match pace with you when he isn’t allowed to explore. He would love a backyard that he could run around in or just relax in the sun. ![]()
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When he’s not out enjoying the fresh air, Micah is a cuddle bug and a dog that appreciates a good daytime nap. He is affectionate and if you would pet and scratch him all day, he would let you.![]()
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He is very smart, and a very quick learner. We did not have any potty accidents, and by the end of the week he was following our schedule and was well on his way to learning “sit,” “shake,” and “lay down.” Any family searching for a sweet, wonderful addition to their home would be remiss in not adopting Micah."![]()
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Micah such a great boy - smart, beautiful, and oh so loving. Come down to the Saving Grace to farm to meet him!! Set up an appointment by filling out an adoption request on our website.
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Micah is great with kids and really enjoys sun bathing! ❤️
How much does he weigh
Brooke Hudson
Those ears! ❤️
🤣💖Those ears!
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Host Update for the gorgeous gal, Gladys:![]()
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"This weekend, I hosted the sweet Gladys. She was a delight! She is so sweet and became more playful as she settled in. She doesn't seem used to being indoors much, but learned quickly that outdoors is her restroom. She was cat curious and I think after some time, she'd do well with them! She wanted to be outside as much as possible, so a home with a fenced in backyard would make her oh so happy. She will need some patience and guidance, especially on the leash, and overall I loved having her!! I think the copious amounts of love and food that we gave her helped her come out of her shell quickly 🥰"![]()
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Gladys is looking for a home full of love! If she may be the girl for you, set up a time to meet Gladys by sending in an adoption request on our website!!
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Host Update for Greylock!!![]()
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Greylock was a delight to have around. The ears! The tongue! The paws!![]()
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Being a tri-pawed pup didn't stop Greylock from having fun. He interacted well with other dogs of all sizes. He really wants to meet them ALL, but just to sniff them, unless the dog shows they want to play. I brought him to an outdoor workout and he's not a great partner for planking (unless you like them weighted 😂) but he likes to run a little bit! He has good leash manners too. I tried to keep him out and about for the exposure and he did well in all situations: brewery, bottle shop, Umstead park, etc. but he also enjoyed just curling up on my ottoman and falling asleep.![]()
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Greylock slept through the night just fine (occasionally woke up to take care of some itches), but of course I spoiled him a bit by letting him sleep in the bed. He is VERY food motivated, so eating food around him was more like a game of keep away. ![]()
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Greylock would be a great buddy for hanging out, chilling in, and everything in between and with those ears, he's hard to resist.![]()
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Get your adoption request in today to meet this sweet boy!
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He has such a grateful face❤️🐾🐾
He’s such a handsome fella.
He’s a beautiful boy
One of my personal faves!
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Last Call! Sign up today and have an extended Thanksgiving sleepover with a sweet Saving Grace pup! Pick up is tomorrow evening! loom.ly/5-ZMJYc ... See MoreSee Less
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