Meet Rocky Burton: Your Quiet, Gentle Companion 🐾
Rocky Burton is a truly special boy who embodies the ideal of a calm, quiet companion. This sweet-natured dog is ready to find a loving home where he can blossom into his full, cuddly potential. Rocky is an absolute gem around the house; he's fully house-trained and perfectly non-destructive, meaning you don't have to worry about missing shoes or chewed-up furniture! He's a stellar listener, too—he responds well to recall and even follows directional cues with a simple point. Rocky is wonderfully patient when it comes to getting dressed for the weather or having his leash attached, making outings a breeze. His quiet demeanor extends to his voice; he rarely barks, offering only an occasional gentle woof at the excitement of passing foot traffic. For a tranquil, respectful, and well-behaved housemate, Rocky is an excellent choice.
Rocky's gentle nature truly shines during his favorite activity: going for a walk. He is a fantastic leash-walker and naturally seems to know how to heel, making him the perfect partner for peaceful neighborhood strolls or exploring nature trails. He has an adorable curiosity about the world around him, always keeping an eye out for squirrels with a polite, silent interest, and is always wagging his tail at the sight of new people or other animals. He is never aggressive; in fact, he's always interested in a friendly hello! His calm disposition extends to car rides, where he remains completely relaxed, even when the windshield wipers are on. Back at home, Rocky loves to unwind with a good nap, especially cozying up on a soft blanket in the morning. He also boasts some adorable bonuses: he is the picture of good manners by never begging for human food, and his cute, floppy ears are sure to bring a smile to your face with every little happy hop.
Because Rocky is a little shy, he takes his time getting to know new people, which simply means he is looking for an understanding family that appreciates a slower start. His initial reserve melts away with patience and time; he loves to get pets and cuddles after he's come in from a walk and will seek affection on his own terms. Once he feels comfortable, he will become your faithful shadow and will happily shower you with gentle affection! Rocky is currently comfortable sleeping well in a crate or on a dog bed. He would thrive in a home that offers a calm environment and understands that this loving boy's best qualities—his loyalty and desire to cuddle—are absolutely worth the wait.
Meet Rocky Burton: Your Quiet, Gentle Companion 🐾
Rocky Burton is a truly special boy who embodies the ideal of a calm, quiet companion. This sweet-natured dog is ready to find a loving home where he can blossom into his full, cuddly potential. Rocky is an absolute gem around the house; he's fully house-trained and perfectly non-destructive, meaning you don't have to worry about missing shoes or chewed-up furniture! He's a stellar listener, too—he responds well to recall and even follows directional cues with a simple point. Rocky is wonderfully patient when it comes to getting dressed for the weather or having his leash attached, making outings a breeze. His quiet demeanor extends to his voice; he rarely barks, offering only an occasional gentle woof at the excitement of passing foot traffic. For a tranquil, respectful, and well-behaved housemate, Rocky is an excellent choice.
Rocky's gentle nature truly shines during his favorite activity: going for a walk. He is a fantastic leash-walker and naturally seems to know how to heel, making him the perfect partner for peaceful neighborhood strolls or exploring nature trails. He has an adorable curiosity about the world around him, always keeping an eye out for squirrels with a polite, silent interest, and is always wagging his tail at the sight of new people or other animals. He is never aggressive; in fact, he's always interested in a friendly hello! His calm disposition extends to car rides, where he remains completely relaxed, even when the windshield wipers are on. Back at home, Rocky loves to unwind with a good nap, especially cozying up on a soft blanket in the morning. He also boasts some adorable bonuses: he is the picture of good manners by never begging for human food, and his cute, floppy ears are sure to bring a smile to your face with every little happy hop.
Because Rocky is a little shy, he takes his time getting to know new people, which simply means he is looking for an understanding family that appreciates a slower start. His initial reserve melts away with patience and time; he loves to get pets and cuddles after he's come in from a walk and will seek affection on his own terms. Once he feels comfortable, he will become your faithful shadow and will happily shower you with gentle affection! Rocky is currently comfortable sleeping well in a crate or on a dog bed. He would thrive in a home that offers a calm environment and understands that this loving boy's best qualities—his loyalty and desire to cuddle—are absolutely worth the wait.
CARE STL welcomes adopters to either come by the shelter or fill out an adoption application online to save some time at the shelter. The purpose of this application is to gather information about your home, pets, and general lifestyle to help our Match-Makers determine if the pet you wish to adopt is a good fit for both you and the pet.
CARE STL welcomes adopters to either come by the shelter or fill out an adoption application online to save some time at the shelter. The purpose of this application is to gather information about your home, pets, and general lifestyle to help our Match-Makers determine if the pet you wish to adopt is a good fit for both you and the pet.
We welcome people to come visit our shelter for adoption, as well as volunteer and enrichment opportunities with our animals! CARE STL has a way for everyone in our community to interact with shelter pets - even kids!
Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis
2700 Walnut Place, St. Louis, MO 63103
Monday - Friday: 1 pm - 7 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
We welcome people to come visit our shelter for adoption, as well as volunteer and enrichment opportunities with our animals! CARE STL has a way for everyone in our community to interact with shelter pets - even kids!
Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis
2700 Walnut Place, St. Louis, MO 63103
Monday - Friday: 1 pm - 7 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
More about this shelter
CARE STL is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that serves as the established, No-Kill animal shelter for the City of St. Louis Animal Care and Control. We provide animal regulation services and help the city enforce Title 10 of the City of St. Louis Ordinance relevant to animal care and control; however, CARE STL also enforces and embraces the No-Kill equation and follows the guiding principles of no-kill shelters.
CARE STL is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that serves as the established, No-Kill animal shelter for the City of St. Louis Animal Care and Control. We provide animal regulation services and help the city enforce Title 10 of the City of St. Louis Ordinance relevant to animal care and control; however, CARE STL also enforces and embraces the No-Kill equation and follows the guiding principles of no-kill shelters.
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We'll also keep you updated on Sidney's adoption status with email updates.