More about 251158 Keller

Please read ALL below where you will find answers about the pet, our adoption fees and how to do our adoption application!   Pet Description:  Keller is ten-months-old (as of late Feb '26), male, Yellow Lab mix, already about 65 lbs so a big, wonderful fella. He is special needs as he has balance issues and possibly suffers from Cerebellar ataxia, AND, he is deaf!  In dogs this is a neurological condition caused by damage to the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordinating movement and balance. This damage results in a lack of coordination, causing dogs to exhibit an abnormal gait, tremors, and a wide stance when standing.  As he has grown though, much of his wobbly movements have improved dramatically so that is not so much of a huge concern anymore. Keller does not know he is special needs as he is one big happy fella.  He is in a foster home and doing wonderfully.  He plays with other dogs big and little, loves attention, is happy, eats fine, has learned about crating, loves attention is and is just a very sweet boy that loves to play and get love.  He also loves water much to the chagrin of his foster mom when he picks up the bowl and slings water everywhere so be aware.  He is NOT a yard dog and must be part of his family, inside with them, outside with them but not outside left alone.   The only reason we say no to cats is because Keller is quite 'mouthy' and he likes to try and play with the cat (with his mouth) and, since he cannot hear, does not realize he is being a bit too rough.  Same with little bitty dogs likely.  But Keller LOVES them all - just doesn't quite understand that he can be a bit much! DOG ADOPTION FEE is $100. This Adoption fee includes: mandatory spay/neuter which will be done before you can take your dog or puppy home with you; basic canine immunizations (DHPP-CPV & Bordatella Intranasal); de-wormings; one-year rabies vaccination if old enough; heartworm test if over five months old; microchip from 24-Pet Watch; certificate for free health examination at your participating veterinarian; and a goodie bag chocked full of information, toys, and more.  (If a dog is sponsored or has a waived or lower fee, that info will be provided at the point of adoption to the approved adopter). The first step is to our Adoption Application here:  https://elmorehumane.org/adoption-application-online-form2.html .   IMPORTANT – we respond to your emailed applications and queries via email back to you.  Please make sure you have either added our email  ([email protected])  to your contact list or that you routinely check your SPAM folder for our response just to be safe. If we do not receive a timely response we simply move on to another applicant. To learn more about us, visit our Website at: http://www.elmorehumane.org;  Phone: (334) 567-3377 Fax: (334) 567-8774 E-mail: [email protected]