STEWIE *ARRIVING 8/22* - COLLIE / LABRADOR RETRIEVER / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Collie / Labrador Retriever / Mixed. Adoption Fee: 600. Stewie is a one in a million puppy. Found as a stray with his mom and siblings, Stewie came into rescue very underweight and unsure of the world. But from the start, his sweet and calm nature shone through. He’s learning that he doesn’t need to eat his food in a hurry — it will always be there now. And with that sense of safety, he’s slowly coming out of his shell. With his big, goofy puppy paws and a little scar on his lip (just like Harrison Ford!), Stewie is both handsome and humble. While his sister may barrel ahead for attention and treats, Stewie patiently waits his turn, happy just to be near you and soak up any affection you’re willing to give. He’s a bit shy at first and will need someone willing to go slow and give him time to build trust — but once he knows you, he truly blossoms. Stewie wants to be loved, and it shows in the soft way he leans in for pets and the quiet joy he brings just by being close. If you're looking for a loyal, calm companion with a gentle soul and movie-star charm, Stewie is your guy. With a little time and a lot of love, he’s going to make someone a truly special best friend. Stewie is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 8/22/2025 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. 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. *Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.* 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

  Likes to Vocalize:	Quiet
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Exercise Needs:	High
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Timid Even-Tempered Gentle

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations