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One of our volunteers came across Savanah at a veterinary office.  Savanah was dropped off at the vet's office from her owner when they decided they did not want her.   So our volunteer fostered her and then Judy agreed to help get her adopted.  She supplied us with a lot of great information on her.  Savanah is housetrained, likes other dogs and cats.  She does know some tricks and in general is very happy and playful.  She enjoys cuddling also.  She is crate trained and walks well on a leash.  She likes to sleep with family members or will sleep in her crate.  She does run free in the house.  She also likes to go for walks.  She would do best with children over the age of 7.  Savanah loves to dig.  She needs a yard that is fenced in securely so she cannot dig her way out, which she would be able to do.  
When we first met Savanah at the shelter she was great, very calm, and loving.  She would make a great addition to your family.

FOSTER UPDATE:  Savanah has been living with us for a few weeks now.  She is a very gentle loving dog.  She really enjoys a walk, playing in the yard, and cuddling in bed.  Her favorite time to be in the yard is late at night.  Her HOUND kicks in.  She patrols the fence line, smelling and occasionally barking.  After about a half hour, she is fine with coming back in to have some more cuddle time.  She gets along well with my other dog, but I don't think she requires another dog in the house.  She is good when left alone, but excited when you return.  She does not require long walks, in fact, around the block is about as far as she wants to go; keep in mind it is pretty warm these days here in FL.  If you are looking for a gentle, loving dog to share your home with, please consider Savanah.

FOSTER UPDATE #2:  Savanah is a sweet PEOPLE LOVING dog.  She enjoys attention but is very satisfied after a good rub down.  At times she has issues with other dogs (she gets along okay with my 6-year-old Vizsla), so it seems she would best be suited for a home without other dogs.  We have seen her tendency to "dig out" of a yard.  This happened when she was left in the yard (with my dog) for approximately 1 hour, while work was being done in the house.  Neighbors saw her on the street, alerted me, and she returned immediately.  She does like to be outside in the yard and will enjoy some sunbathing time.  Usually during these times, she knows she is free to get back into the house when desired.  That one day, she wanted in, I did now allow it.  Next time, she will be put in a back bedroom instead of the yard, when I need the dogs "out of the way."  Savanah is always excited to see guests arrive (whoever they may be) but does not jump and simply wants to greet them.  Her activity level is low to moderate, so she is fine with heading toward her bed after a short visit.  Please consider Savanah when considering a shelter dog! 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Redbone Coonhound is happy, even-tempered and very good with children. It can be surprisingly affectionate and has a pleasant-sounding bark. They love being with their people. If raised indoors from puppyhood, it will adapt well to family life. Coonhounds are all instinctive hunters, and it is not difficult to train the breed to follow scent and tree a quarry. The Redbone has a strong desire to please his master. They are hotter-nosed, able to locate, and faster to tree coons than many other Coonhounds. Like other Coonhounds, the Redbone is alert, quick, and able to work in all types of weather over difficult terrain. Their agility benefits them when hunting in fenced country or steep, rocky ground. With the thrusting grit of a terrier and the pumping stamina of a husky, the Redbone is every hunter's hot-trailed dream come true. A natural treeing instinct has been bred into the Redbone, making them specialists in coon hunting. But they are also proficient in trailing and treeing bear, cougar and bobcat. When used on game, Redbones often hunt in packs. Redbones are known to make excellent water dogs. In the home he is affectionate and kind. The Redbone should be well socialized at an early age and taught simple obedience like waking on a leash. Be careful with cats and other non-canine pets. If raised with a kitten from puppyhood they may be okay but some Redbone Coonhounds try to hunt cats down like raccoons. Some Redbone Coonhounds drool a lot while others do not at all. It all depends on the shape of the lips. The true Coonhound-shaped mouth will drool a lot. The Redbone Coonhound will do okay in an apartment if they are sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least a large yard. They have a life expectancy of 11-12 years.