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Razzle is a 9‑month‑old, 42‑lb Bluetick Hound mix with a tender, timid spirit and the sweetest, most gentle heart!

Quick Facts: Name: Razzle Breed: Bluetick Hound mix Age: 9 months old Weight: 42 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it!

Crate-Trained: No

Good with Dogs: Yes (needs another dog in her forever home!)

Good with Cats: No (will chase them)

Good with Kids: Not tested (open to meeting calm children who will go at her pace)

Energy Level: Medium Fence Required: Yes (since she is a hound and not yet totally leash trained) Dog's Location: Roxboro, NC

About Razzle’s Breed: Our best guess is that Razzle is a Bluetick Hound mixed breed. Bluetick Hounds are known for their gentle, sensitive, and deeply loyal nature. They’re thoughtful dogs who bond closely with their humans and often rely on routine, reassurance, and calm environments to feel secure. While they can be playful and curious — especially outdoors where their noses lead the way — they’re also famously tender‑hearted, making them wonderful companions for adopters who appreciate a soft, soulful dog.

Their ideal home is one that offers patience, structure, and quiet confidence. Bluetick Hounds thrive with adopters who understand their sensitive temperament, provide steady encouragement, and allow them to warm up at their own pace. A fenced‑in yard is especially helpful for safe exploring, and many Blueticks do best with friendly canine companions who help them build confidence. A gentle household — possibly with dog‑savvy kids — is where a Bluetick Hound truly blossoms.

What to Love about Razzle:

Razzle is still learning how to feel safe and confident in a home environment after a rough start. She feels most secure when she’s with Charleston, her brother — he’s her comfort, her playmate, and her emotional anchor. She loves to wrestle and romp with him, and his presence helps her explore the world with curiosity instead of fear. Razzle is incredibly affectionate once she trusts you, nuzzling her face into yours and soaking up gentle attention.

She’s very sensitive to loud indoor noises and is especially frightened of things like the washer and dryer. She’s also a shy eater who prefers to eat when the house is quiet and calm. Despite her fears, Razzle is blossoming beautifully in her foster home with patient encouragement and the support of her doggie siblings. She’s learning all the basics — leash training, potty training, and crate comfort — and making steady progress. She gravitates toward soft, feminine energy but is slowly warming up to men as she gains confidence. She hasn’t met kids yet, but would likely do well with gentle, dog‑savvy children who move at her pace.

Razzle will thrive in a calm, loving home with a fenced‑in yard and a friendly resident dog who can help her continue building confidence. With extra TLC, patience, and reassurance, she will blossom into the incredibly sweet, devoted companion she’s meant to be!

Razzle’s Radiant Highlights:

9‑month‑old, 42‑lb Bluetick Hound mix with a soft, sensitive heart Very timid girl who blossoms with patience, routine, and reassurance Deeply bonded to her brother — he’s her comfort, playmate, and emotional anchor Playful wrestler who loves romping with familiar dogs Sweet face‑nuzzler who shows affection once she trusts you Scared of indoor noises like washers and dryers and needs gentle exposure Shy eater who prefers quiet mealtimes when the house is calm Learning the basics — working on leash training, potty training, and crate comfort Needs a fenced‑in yard to safely run, sniff, and decompress Likely good with gentle kids who move slowly and respect her sensitive nature

Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!