About Rex

Foster or Adopter Needed by 5/29/26 Rex needs a committed foster or adopter to secure his ride from a Georgia kill shelter to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. Without a home commitment, he cannot make transport. Meet Rex Rex is a 2-year-old Shepherd mix who has already overcome a difficult start in life. Found as a stray in rough condition months ago, he was taken in by a kind family who gave him safety, food, and time to heal while hoping to help him find the forever home he deserves. When they were no longer able to care for him, Rex entered the shelter system and is now searching for a second chance. Despite everything he has been through, Rex has held onto his happy, friendly personality. He is eager to connect with people, enjoys attention, and has come such a long way since first being found. Rex truly deserves a forever home of his own where he can continue to thrive. Rex does well with other dogs in shelter playgroups and enjoys socializing and playing. He is also good with kids, making him a wonderful candidate for many different home environments. While he has not been formally tested with cats, shelter staff believe he would likely not be a good fit for a home with cats. He absolutely loves water and enjoys getting outside whenever he can. Rex is still learning leash manners and continuing to build confidence with structure and guidance. He has been doing well using a prong collar and responds positively to consistent handling and direction. Having spent much of his life outdoors, Rex is still learning the routines and expectations that come with being part of a home. He will benefit from patience, encouragement, and continued training, but he is young, eager to learn, and full of potential. With the right family, Rex is expected to blossom into a loyal and devoted companion. Rex has completed heartworm treatment and is now ready for a fresh start. Age: 2 years Gender: Male (neutered) Weight: Approximately 64 lbs Breed: Shepherd Mix Intake Type: Owner surrender (rescued stray) Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Likely no, but not formally tested Good with Kids: Yes Leash Manners: Working on it Potty Trained: Unsure Crate Trained: Unsure Rex is looking for someone who sees his past but believes in his future. He is ready for stability, patience, and a home where he can finally feel safe and loved. If you are able to foster or adopt Rex, please apply today. www.muttlife.org ________ Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up-to-date dewormer, vaccinations, heartworm prevention (age appropriate), and certified veterinarian inspection within 30 days of adoption. __________ Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies _________ ADOPTION PROCESS: 1.) Apply: Fill out an adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents. 2.) Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email. 3.) Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: After approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5-day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure it's the right fit. 4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue. 5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process, we conduct a home visit either in person or via Zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have. 6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI, or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $125 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old. **Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

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Mutt Life Dog Rescue of WI Inc.
Ozaukee County
cedarburg, Wisconsin

262-424-0955

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