Adoptable Dogs
Please fill out the application located here on our website to begin the adoption process. If a particular dog interests you, please indicate so at the designated application question. If you have any issues or questions, please contact us at office@irishrescuetx.org.
Skye
Meet Skye!
ADOPTION PENDING
Skye is a 30lb bundle of joy with two loves in life. She was bred for birding so she has a strong prey drive. Indoors, she is a love bug that wants to relax and warm her way into your lap. Once outside, the hunting dog in her takes over. Birds and squirrels get her excited. She will entertain/exercise herself all day long if given the opportunity.
The ideal environment for Skye is someone who can walk her in the morning and evening – long walks for exercise and to do her business. Then enjoy quiet time indoors during the day. This will lessen the prey drive with time as it focuses on connection with her owner while minimizing hunting.
Alternatively Skye would enjoy a home that walks her but also could provide a safe contained environment where Skye can fulfill her desire to hunt and explore when she desired.
Skye’s challenges include the ability to jump a 6 ft wooden fence. She will burst toward a bird/squirrel while walking. A good hold on the leash is required. We are successfully correcting this behavior but a new owner will need to continue this reinforcement. We are teaching that when Skye gives a clue she’s seeing something, a command “slow” is given to break the prey drive focus.
If a smaller version of an Irish setter fits your lifestyle, consider this sweet girl.
Jasper
Meet Jasper!
ADOPTION PENDING
Jasper is one sweet and loving boy. He is around 9 years old. He came into Rescue with some arthritis, but recently started taking medication that has him running across the dog park. Jasper has no shyness going up to people nudging their leg with his nose to say “hey pet me”.
He gets along well with the young dogs in his foster home and is a delight to his foster dad. If you are looking for a more settled companion with tons of love to give, Jasper may be a great choice for you.
Turk
Meet Turk!
Turk is 2 years old, half Gordon Setter and half Irish Setter. Turk is a wonderful, sweet boy. He was very timid when he arrived, but given a few days, he warmed up to everyone. Good personality, sweet, and happy to be somewhere safe. He is housebroken and enjoys toys. He has crate training background but is currently not crated in his foster home with no issues with accidents, or chewing. Although he did snatch a piece of toast off the coffee table! 😊
He is a snuggler, but not necessarily a lap dog. Turk knows basic commands, sit, down, outside. He seems fine on a leash, but in new places, is a bit velcro. He was timid at the vet, but cooperative. When he is scared, he is not reactionary.
He still needs patience for new people or things, but settles nicely given time. With family who visited for Christmas, he was shy at first, as expected. By day two, he was in their laps. Turk will be a great addition to any home with experience with young energetic sporting breeds, and willing to give a few days to settle in.
Coming into foster care soon