We'e known Ryker since he arrived at the local shelter in Spring 2024. We brought him along with us when we separated from the partnered shelter the following Fall because we couldn't imagine leaving such a special boy behind.
Ryker came into the shelter just hardly out of puppyhood, and he had a really hard time growing up in the small, loud kennels with never enough help for regular enrichment. He had so much pent-up energy and just didn’t know what to do with it all, which unfortunately led to him being "at-risk" for euthanasia when the shelter ran out of space for incoming dogs.
Luckily, Ryker's current foster came along and literally saved his life. He finally had the chance to decompress and has learned so much while in foster care! Ryker's foster describes him as “a chill guy who just wants to chill on the couch with you.” But Ryker's the best of both worlds, as he LOVES some rough'n'rowdy play when the time comes!
Ryker has also been working with a trainer to unlearn some of his bad puppy manners that developed from a lack of early socialization. With consistency, he has shown a real eagerness to learn and please his human friends. All he needs now is a forever parent to help him keep that wonderful momentum going!
The best part? Ryker is crate trained, leash trained, dog friendly with dogs that can match or appreciate his energy, and LOVES to be the center of attention.
If Ryker sounds like the right match for you, we would LOVE to introduce you to this very special boy!
Meet Ryker!
We'e known Ryker since he arrived at the local shelter in Spring 2024. We brought him along with us when we separated from the partnered shelter the following Fall because we couldn't imagine leaving such a special boy behind.
Ryker came into the shelter just hardly out of puppyhood, and he had a really hard time growing up in the small, loud kennels with never enough help for regular enrichment. He had so much pent-up energy and just didn’t know what to do with it all, which unfortunately led to him being "at-risk" for euthanasia when the shelter ran out of space for incoming dogs.
Luckily, Ryker's current foster came along and literally saved his life. He finally had the chance to decompress and has learned so much while in foster care! Ryker's foster describes him as “a chill guy who just wants to chill on the couch with you.” But Ryker's the best of both worlds, as he LOVES some rough'n'rowdy play when the time comes!
Ryker has also been working with a trainer to unlearn some of his bad puppy manners that developed from a lack of early socialization. With consistency, he has shown a real eagerness to learn and please his human friends. All he needs now is a forever parent to help him keep that wonderful momentum going!
The best part? Ryker is crate trained, leash trained, dog friendly with dogs that can match or appreciate his energy, and LOVES to be the center of attention.
If Ryker sounds like the right match for you, we would LOVE to introduce you to this very special boy!
Please submit an application to state your interest, as we will arrange a meetup to ensure it's the perfect match prior to adoption!
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Meet the Pet
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Approve Application
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Pay Fee
Unless sponsored, our adult pets are $100 and our <1yo pets are $125.
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Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
Adoptions applications are available online at www.humanesocietycentraltexas.org. Our adoption packages include spay/neuter, all lifesaving vaccines, and a microchip to assist reunion if your pet ever strays from you!
Adoptions applications are available online at www.humanesocietycentraltexas.org. Our adoption packages include spay/neuter, all lifesaving vaccines, and a microchip to assist reunion if your pet ever strays from you!
Come see us every Saturday at the Downtown Waco Farmers Market and meet some of our "homeschooled" foster dogs!
Come see us every Saturday at the Downtown Waco Farmers Market and meet some of our "homeschooled" foster dogs!
More about this rescue
Our mission is to build a community that promotes animal welfare through compassionate services to animals and people. We are an independent foster-based rescue providing lifesaving opportunities for pets in need of responsible adoption.
This means we do not have a shelter facility to meet our pets, but we're eager to set-up meetups with our foster families for you to find your perfect match!
Our mission is to build a community that promotes animal welfare through compassionate services to animals and people. We are an independent foster-based rescue providing lifesaving opportunities for pets in need of responsible adoption.
This means we do not have a shelter facility to meet our pets, but we're eager to set-up meetups with our foster families for you to find your perfect match!
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