RUGER - MINIATURE PINSCHER / CHIHUAHUA / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Miniature Pinscher / Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 300. *This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.* Meet Ruger! Affectionately known as Rugie, this approximately 12-year-old Chihuahua mix is looking for a loving forever home. Rugie is a total snuggle bug and incredibly affectionate with his foster mom. He thrives on attention and loves being the center of the party. When Rugie first arrived in rescue, he was unsure and spent the first two weeks hiding in his kennel. But with time, patience, and plenty of treats, he’s blossomed into a social and friendly little guy. He gets along well with the other dogs in his foster home and would do wonderfully with a companion dog. Rugie is mostly potty trained—he occasionally has accidents overnight but does well with a potty pad. He loves to play with his stuffed toys and is genuinely a happy little dog. He’d do best with adults or dog-savvy kids who can respect his space when he’s feeling unsure. He absolutely LOVES walks and being outside. In fact, if he could spend all day in a fenced yard soaking up the sun, especially in hot weather, he would! Rugie seeks out warmth and is often found curled up on a dog heating pad or basking in a sunny window spot. At night, Rugie enjoys snuggling in bed with his humans. Despite being around 12 years old, he has the energy and spirit of a middle-aged dog—playful, peppy, and full of life. He loves toys, walks, and even tries to engage other dogs in play. Ruger is a sweet, affectionate little guy who’s ready to bring joy, cuddles, and companionship to a family of his own! Ruger is from a local shelter. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Quiet
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	No
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Low
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Other:	Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Timid Independent

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No