This helps Pima Animal Care Center with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Black
Age
9 years 4 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
46 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A849852
My details
Purebred
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Rufus is a sweet senior sir who has not had it easy in life. First at PACC in 2024 under less than ideal circumstances, he recently returned as a stray. Every dog deserves a family and a soft place to lay their head at night, and that’s even more true for our seniors!
During a short stay in a foster home Rufus was a quiet houseguest who was described as reserved and friendly. Here’s what some of his volunteer fans have said:
“I brought adorable Rufus out to a play yard this afternoon. He was very excited to go out, but very easy to leash up in his kennel. Once in the play yard he wandered around a little bit but mostly wanted to be next to me getting pets. He has the sweetest little old man face and curly cute tail! He is extremely handsome! He was spry and active, I never would have guessed that he was 9 years old! This sweet boy deserves a comfy retirement home!”
“Rufus is the type of dog that doesn’t seem to get noticed much in the shelter because he’s so mild-mannered and reserved - but the first thing you’re going to ask yourself when you do finally meet this handsome boy is, “Why didn’t I know about this PRINCE CHARMING any sooner?!”
Rufus shares his kennel with another PACC pup and has been independent and easygoing when meeting other dogs in playgroup. Please ask to meet Rufus today!!
Rufus is a sweet senior sir who has not had it easy in life. First at PACC in 2024 under less than ideal circumstances, he recently returned as a stray. Every dog deserves a family and a soft place to lay their head at night, and that’s even more true for our seniors!
During a short stay in a foster home Rufus was a quiet houseguest who was described as reserved and friendly. Here’s what some of his volunteer fans have said:
“I brought adorable Rufus out to a play yard this afternoon. He was very excited to go out, but very easy to leash up in his kennel. Once in the play yard he wandered around a little bit but mostly wanted to be next to me getting pets. He has the sweetest little old man face and curly cute tail! He is extremely handsome! He was spry and active, I never would have guessed that he was 9 years old! This sweet boy deserves a comfy retirement home!”
“Rufus is the type of dog that doesn’t seem to get noticed much in the shelter because he’s so mild-mannered and reserved - but the first thing you’re going to ask yourself when you do finally meet this handsome boy is, “Why didn’t I know about this PRINCE CHARMING any sooner?!”
Rufus shares his kennel with another PACC pup and has been independent and easygoing when meeting other dogs in playgroup. Please ask to meet Rufus today!!
Mon - Tues: 12-7pm
Wed - 1:30-7pm
Thurs - Fri: 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 minutes before close
2.
Meet the Pet
Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.
3.
Take the Pet Home
Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.
Additional adoption info
Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Adult dogs $0
• Adult cats $30
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!
Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance
Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Adult dogs $0
• Adult cats $30
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!
Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance
Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 724-5900
HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission
Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 724-5900
HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission
More about this shelter
As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.
Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.
As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.
Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.
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