***Bumper is currently located at our rescue in Georgia. With an approved application, he can be transported to New Jersey and available for adoption at the Tractor Supply in Ringoes during one of our monthly adoption events. An application for his adoption should be submitted at socorescue.com (no need to register or login). Questions about Bumper and/or our adoption policy should be sent to socorescue8@gmail.com; please do not call the rescue's phone number.***

In November 2023, Scott Bennett received a call about a dog that had been struck by a car and was lying on the side of the road. Once Scott was able to reach this dog and see his condition, he really didn't hold much hope that the dog would survive. In addition to being very emaciated, and covered in blood, there was a large gash on his head which was the point of impact by the car's bumper (which is how he gt his name). Scott held little hope that this dog would survive but took him to SoCo with the intent of having him humanely euthanized. But to everyone's surprise, this dog did survive the night but obviously suffered a concussion. But to everyone's surprise, he did survive the night and with each passing day, showed a little more improvement than the day before. 

It took a while for Bumper to heal from his injuries and regain his health. Even after he did, he had to undergo heartworm treatment and be neutered, which is why he has remained at our shelter for nearly two years. During all that time, Bumper has shown his appreciation by being very friendly and playful with our staff. He always has a big smile on his face and is simply a wonderful dog, one of Scott's favorites at the rescue. 

Bumper has been kept up-to-date on his annual vaccinations, de-wormings and monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. He is very strong and while we've been working on his leash training, he does still pull a bit when being walked. He will also require additional house training. He loves spending time both indoors and outside so a home that allows him space to run and play would be best. Bumper has also already been neutered as well. He is slightly overweight, but once in a home and allowed more "play time", he should drop those few extra pounds. We would not recommend a home with very young children as he may inadvertently hurt them since he is very strong, but should do well if the children are responsible in their handling of a large dog.