NICKI *ARRIVING 11/21* - UNKNOWN BREED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Unknown breed. Adoption Fee: 550. Nicki is a 1-year-old bundle of energy with a big heart and even bigger personality! Nicki was found tied to a gas station post in the Texas heat for over 12 hours before being rescued. Despite that, she’s healthy, happy, and full of love to give. She’s playful, affectionate, and always ready for her next adventure. Whether it’s hiking trails, climbing mountains, or just being your buddy for any outdoor fun - Nicki is your girl. She’s been fostered with both small (under 15 lbs) and large (over 45 lbs) dogs, but her rough-and-tumble play style makes her a much better match for medium to large dogs who can keep up with her energy. She can get vocal when others bark, but she’s friendly with all humans and loves being part of the action. Nicki is still learning her manners and has lots of enthusiasm, so she’d do best in a home without young children or small pets. She doesn’t always respect personal space... the toy poodle can confirm that! Nicki would thrive with someone active who’s looking for a sport or adventure dog. She’d be amazing in dog sports like flyball, barn hunt, or lure coursing; she loves having a job and learning new things! She does have some resource guarding tendencies around food and her kennel space, especially with other dogs, but she does well when managed appropriately. She’s crate-trained and fine with dogs kenneling nearby as long as they respect her space. This girl is affectionate, athletic, and loyal, not a couch potato, but the perfect companion for someone who wants a fun, active, and devoted partner. She’ll keep you on your toes, make you laugh every day, and bounce (literally, she can jump 4-5 feet!) with excitement every time she sees you. If you’re looking for a high-energy adventure buddy with tons of love to give, Nicki is ready to leap into your life! Nicki is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 11/21/2025 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 8:30 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. 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:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	High
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Exercise Needs:	High
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Not Good With Small Dogs Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Independent Affectionate Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No