05/13/2026
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FOR ADOPTION! Note: Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet reference need apply.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY:
PLEASE read profile thoroughly BEFORE applying:
DOG APPLICATION LINK: http://www.roadtorescuela.org/dog-application
Schubert (male)
Intake date: 5/6/2026
Italian Greyhound
Born 11/18/2025
Intake weight: 6.2 pounds
Adoption fee: $400, which includes vetting, microchip
Benefactor Dog: When we have a popular dog, we dub them a “Benefactor Dog”. A Benefactor Dog will have an above average adoption fee. In other words, for OTHER dogs where the adoption fee is minimal or waived due to age, health or some other reason (although we’ve likely spent hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars) a Benefactor dog will help us somewhat make up the shortfall. If this dog has an above-average adoption fee, she/he is a Benefactor Dog.
Good with other dogs: yes
Cats: unknown – we do not have cats to be able to test
Vetting and other: altered (neutered), up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations (has had multiple boosters), heartworm negative, f***l negative, dosed 3 month Bravecto on 5/6/2026 (due again 8/6/2026 -FOR LIFE!!); on monthly heartworm prevention, microchipped
Health issues: Demodex mange -
Demodex mange (commonly known as red mange) is a non-contagious mange wherein the mite lives within the hair follicle of the host. Dogs get this type of mange from their mother. If left untreated, it will cause hair loss, severe itching and scratching which then leads to inflammation of the skin, secondary infections and a compromised immune system. Ultimately, it can lead to death especially since the lowered immune system can lead to other potential health risks. Stress such as change in environment, a new pet, a new household member, a surgery, etc., could (but not necessarily) cause the mite to come out of dormancy. Signs that the mite has come out of dormancy would be hair loss, especially around the eyes or paws. Some people believe that you can treat demodex mange with motor oil (not true). Up until recently, demodex mange was treated with Ivermectin and some vets may still use this method. However, new developments have come about with an even better and more effective way to manage demodex mange. Bravecto, a three-month flea preventive, is how this pet was treated. Keeping your pet on Bravecto or any preventive that contains milbemycin oxime will keep the mite at bay. Please don’t let demodex mange discourage you from considering this sweetheart for adoption. Do your research and contact your veterinarian if you have further questions about adopting a pet with demodex mange.
Temperament: very sweet, shy but social
Energy level: medium - still a puppy.
Groom needs: low maintenance.
Biography: PLEASE keep in mind your AGE! Despite what you may want, we want YOU to outlive the pup… not the other way around! Puppies or young dogs (especially small-breed) can live 15-20 years!
Schubert came to us via a rescue friend. Apparently he was sold and returned but we don't know why. It could be he started to lose hair and they weren't prepared to manage that. We are just not sure. Due to the missing hair, we sent him straight away to our vet for a skin scrape. He has demodex mange which is described fully above. Schubert is so sweet, so gentle, just a precious little boy. He does great in a kennel if needed and we've been working on the leash-training. When he first came he would alligator roll and we thought he'd be a flight risk. That's all changed now. He's looking for an Italian Greyhound-loving family. If you think that's you, we welcome your application!
PUPPY LOWDOWN – READ IT!:
PUPPIES!
Keep in mind, puppies teeth just like human babies and have little sharp toenails. They will also have behaviors that require training. Puppies will chew, bite, nip, bark, destroy, dig, scratch, p**p, p*e, etc. They will test your patience over and over! The puppy phase lasts about 18 months (sometimes longer), so be sure you ARE READY for the commitment!
ELIMINATING: A puppy can only hold their bladder for a short period of time based upon their age. If the puppy is 2 months old, they can hold their bladder for 2 hours; 3 months/3 hours; 4 months/ 4 hours, etc., up to 6 months of age. At about 6 months of age, this time frame stables out.
COMMITMENT: Puppies are a 10-15 year commitment (sometimes longer). Please be sure you are prepared for the life of the puppy! Bear in mind your AGE! While life is never guaranteed, we want the odds to be that YOU outlive the puppy, not the other way around.
In conclusion, if your puppy is in a responsible home that provides daily structure, training and socialization with people and other pets, your puppy will grow to be a well-adjusted and wonderful part of your family for many years to come.
**WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW**
*We do adopt out of state provided the adopter is willing and able to travel to us once approved. We do not ship or transport our animals and there is no exception to this rule.
*Most of our adoptable dogs are small, and they are never to be left outside alone, ever! We only rehome our dogs to adopters that plan to have them as inside dogs and part of the family! We do allow adopters with doggie doors, provided there is SECURE fencing and the dog is over 15 pounds. There is no exception to this rule!
*PREDATORS: IF THIS DOG IS UNDER 10 POUNDS, the dog is to be monitored and protected when outside at all times! PREDATOR-THREAT IS A REAL DANGER! For example, a hawk tried to pick up a Chihuahua owned by a friend visiting Ninna’s house… RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE VISITOR. Thankfully the visitor was watching the dog and the hawk was wrestled off of the Chihuahua but it did require an ER visit and she is was very lucky to survive. TAKE IT SERIOUSLY!
*NO SMALL CHILDREN!! As with almost all the dogs at NR2R, young children or a very active household is not recommended. Many of our dogs come to us BECAUSE of small children, thus we do not rehome our dogs to homes with babies or young children. KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU HAVE VISITING GRANDCHILDREN AS WELL! Even if the children are older, it would depend on the child AND the parent or parents.
*HOUSETRAINING: We do NOT guarantee that any of our adoptable dogs are housetrained. While most should be easily trained, keep in mind that they live in a rescue where they have access to the outdoors all day and are inside at night. Even if they were surrendered to us as housetrained, it doesn’t mean they will automatically be housetrained in your home. Housetraining them should be easy in the right home with time, patience, and consistency.
*KENNELING: We always recommend kenneling when you cannot supervise your dog. This helps with housetraining and any destructive tendencies until you get to know your new addition.
*We do not guarantee the age, health or temperament of any of the dogs we rehome. Many of the dogs we take in come from animal control and rarely do we have histories and even when we do, many times the histories are inaccurate.
*Only adopters with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet reference need apply. If you bring this pet into your heart and home, you will receive in return many years of love, companionship, and loyalty. That’s our guarantee.
Other notes: This pet is available for adoption through Ninna’s Road to Rescue, Benton, La. We are 501c3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to rescue primarily small-breed dogs and to re-home them into RESPONSIBLE and CARING forever homes. DOG APPLICATION LINK: http://www.roadtorescuela.org/dog-application
Time may be of the essence if you are looking to adopt a specific animal. We do not reserve animals, unless and until we have approved your application, provided the animal is still available at the time we receive your application. The first APPROVED application we receive will be considered. We are NOT a first come, first serve rescue!! We adopt our rescues out to the RIGHT home, not just A home. Only responsible pet owners need apply.
Applying to adopt does NOT commit you to the adoption NOR does it guarantee the adoption.
CONTACT: Our adoptable pets are updated regularly, but if you want to check the availability of a pet... OR still have questions AFTER reading this profile, message us via our page. Please indicate the name when communicating with us.
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