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My name is Kirby!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

Cared for by All Dog Rescue

My basic info

Breed
Boston Terrier
Color
Age
Puppy
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
21918844-EF1620

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

To apply for a dog from All Dog Rescue, please fill out our online application at www.AllDogMN.org

All Dog Rescue only adopts to homes within 60-miles of the Twin Cities. Visit our FAQ page to learn why.



Meet Kirby!
This wonderful, friendly 5-month-old pup is looking for his forever home.

Kirby loves playing with other dogs and would be happiest with a canine companion. He also enjoys adventures and makes a great travel buddy. Walks? He has a bit of a love/hate relationship with them—he won't be too disappointed if he skips one, but he still needs exercise. What he does love is spending time outside!

Kirby is fully deaf and has experienced two seizures, most likely related to his deafness. He now takes an inexpensive medication three times a day and has had no further issues. The seizures may be temporary, or they could continue as he grows—it's just too soon to tell. What's most important is that his forever family can provide a supportive environment for his deafness (using hand signals and plenty of patience!) while also keeping an eye on his health.

This smart boy is already picking things up quickly! He knows how to sit—especially for food—and has learned signs for 'let's go/come,' 'food,' 'outside,' 'stay,' and 'potty.' While walks aren't his favorite, he's making steady progress with leash training and does well when he sees other dogs or people—curious but calm.

Kirby is also learning crate training. During the day, he does well and will happily go inside, though he may bark when he's ready to come out. At night, he still prefers to snuggle with the pack, especially now that he's more potty trained. Speaking of which—he's doing great with house training! He occasionally has an accident but has even started going to the door when he needs to go outside.

Something Kirby absolutely loves? Snuggles! He's happiest when curled up with his humans, playing with doggy friends, chewing sticks in the yard, or simply being close by. Because he's deaf, a fenced yard will be important for his safety while exploring outside.

Kirby's perfect match will be someone who loves snuggles as much as he does and is also committed to ongoing training. Learning new signs has helped him blossom, and continuing that training will only make him more confident and connected to his people.

This sweet, goofy boy is ready to bring joy, cuddles, and companionship to his forever family.
November 18, 2025, 11:01 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21918844-EF1620
Contact
Phone
Address
PO Box 17343, Minneapolis, MN 55417
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

The applicant must fill out a detailed adoption application (it is on our website), then is screened by an experienced volunteer. We charge adoption fees that are comparable to those of similar organizations in our area. The adoptive home must agree to and initial a list of regulations as well as complete a formal contract.

Go meet their pets

We hold public adoptions twice per month, and are often able to meet prospective families outside the events if need be.

More about this rescue

All Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster home based rescue organization. We do not have a shelter and do not have any paid staff. Our dogs live in loving foster homes until they are adopted into their new forever homes. We offer a lifetime commitment to the dogs in our program. All of our dogs receive comprehensive vet work prior to adoption, including exam, vaccinations, microchip, HW/Lyme's test, fecal exam, and all are spayed and/or neutered. We do it because we love dogs, and with 4 million animals being euthanized every year in shelters around the country, the numbers of dogs needing our help is endless.

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