**PLEASE NOTE: We do not respond to inquiries or applications submitted through Petfinder. To be considered for adoption, you must complete an application on our website using the link below.** Meet Atlas: Atlas is a small dog currently being cared for in foster care through Da Vinci's Dream, a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue in Kentucky. Meet Atlas, a handsome male puppy from the Starlight Beagle litter, alongside his siblings Chiron, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus. Atlas has a confident, outgoing personality and loves to be right in the middle of the action. He’s playful, curious, and always ready to explore, whether that means chasing toys, romping with his siblings, or checking out something new. Despite his adventurous spirit, Atlas also has a sweet, affectionate side and enjoys attention and companionship. He’s still a young pup learning the ropes, so he’ll thrive in a home that can offer guidance, consistency, and plenty of love as he grows. Atlas would likely do well with other dogs and in an active home where he can stay engaged and included. With his fun-loving personality and loyal nature, Atlas is ready to find his forever home and be your steadfast companion. Socialization Rating (1 - Extremely social, 10 - Extremely timid): All dogs listed through Da Vinci's Dream are cared for in foster homes and adopted through our website application process. FOSTERED IN ADAIR COUNTY, KY READ ABOUT TRANSPORT: https://davincisdream.org/transport/ READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/ VIEW DOG'S PROFILE:https://davincisdream.org/dog/atlas-2/ APPLY HERE (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/ ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— PLEASE REVIEW ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING US ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— HEALTH & VETERINARY CARE All of our rescue dogs receive medical care before adoption and are placed only after they are ready for a home. Each dog is: ~Spayed or neutered (if age appropriate) ~Fully vaccinated ~Microchipped ~Heartworm tested ~Maintained on heartworm prevention ~Treated for fleas and ticks ~Dewormed as needed Adopters can feel confident knowing their new companion has received essential care through our foster-based rescue program. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ HOW TO APPLY TO ADOPT If you are interested in adopting, please understand that clicking “I’m Interested” or submitting an inquiry through Petfinder is not an adoption application. To be considered: Submit an adoption application through our website Our volunteer team reviews all applications carefully Dogs are matched based on best fit, not first-come, first-served Because we are a volunteer-run nonprofit rescue, application review can take up to 10 days, and sometimes longer depending on volume. If you do not hear from us after that time, it means we have chosen not to move forward with your application. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ABOUT OUR FOSTER-BASED RESCUE We are a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue located in Kentucky. Our dogs live in foster homes rather than in a public shelter setting, which helps us better understand their personalities, routines, and needs before adoption. This allows us to make thoughtful placement decisions that support long-term success for both the dog and adopter. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ TRANSPORT INFORMATION Although our dogs are fostered in Kentucky, we also offer transport for approved adopters in select locations. Current transport locations: ~Greenwood, Indiana ~Wilmington, Ohio ~Washington, Pennsylvania Transport is available only after: Application approval Deposit payment Signed transport agreement A transport label means the dog may travel through our scheduled transport program once these steps are completed. More details: https://davincisdream.org/transport/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ~Is this dog still available? If the dog is listed and does not show adoption pending on our website, we are still accepting applications. Please note that many dogs receive multiple applications. ~Is the dog potty trained? Unless specifically stated in the dog’s bio, assume potty training is still in progress. Many rescue dogs come from difficult backgrounds and may need patience, consistency, and training in their new home. ~Do you respond to every application? We review every application carefully, but due to the volume we receive, we cannot respond individually to every applicant. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ THANK YOU Thank you for considering adoption through Da Vinci’s Dream. Every adoption helps us continue rescuing dogs in need and placing them in loving homes.