Ruby is my current foster girl, and oh my gosh… she is an absolute sweetheart. She’s a 5-year-old Cocker Spaniel released from a breeder, and she’s been discovering what “real life” is all about – soft beds, kind hands, treats, and a warm home. If she gets adopted before I fall head-over-heels for her, it’ll be a miracle!
Ruby is a gentle, sensitive soul. When approached too quickly, she’ll pancake to the ground, unsure of what’s coming next. But with slow, calm movements and patience, she melts right into the sweetest little dog. Breeder-release dogs can be different at first – they carry some fear simply because they’ve never been shown the world. But with love, they blossom, and they truly appreciate every kindness.
What Ruby is great at:
• LOVES other dogs – she absolutely needs another dog in the home for confidence and guidance. She LOVES to play and run in the yard.
• Not dominant, very easygoing with canine friends and ignores the cat.
• Potty training is going awesome and she’s catching on fast. Taken out on a shedule.
• She enjoys watching her foster mom in the kitchen like a little shadow
• Big, adorable cocker-spaniel feet that make her even cuter
What Ruby still needs help with:
• Not leash trained (this is typical for breeder-release dogs)
• Will pancake or freeze if approached quickly
• Building confidence with everyday household things
• Slow, gentle handling and patience. She is very afraid of men so women only.
Requirements for Adoption:
✔ Secure fenced yard (non-negotiable at this time — she’s not leash trained and can spook easily)
✔ Another friendly, confident dog in the home
✔ A home willing to research and understand the needs of puppymill/breeder-release dogs
✔ Lots of patience, gentleness, and encouragement
Tips for Helping a Scared Dog Like Ruby:
• Move slowly and let her come to you when she’s ready
• Sit on the floor — it’s far less scary than standing over her
• Use soft voices, soft movements, and lots of yummy rewards
• Let the resident dog “teach” her how to be a pet
• Keep routines predictable
• Celebrate tiny wins — they matter!
Ruby is ready for someone who will give her time, safety, and love so she can continue her transformation. When she looks at you with those soft Cocker eyes… whew. She’s special.
If you think Ruby might be your girl, apply at www.campcompanion.org
.
Ruby is my current foster girl, and oh my gosh… she is an absolute sweetheart. She’s a 5-year-old Cocker Spaniel released from a breeder, and she’s been discovering what “real life” is all about – soft beds, kind hands, treats, and a warm home. If she gets adopted before I fall head-over-heels for her, it’ll be a miracle!
Ruby is a gentle, sensitive soul. When approached too quickly, she’ll pancake to the ground, unsure of what’s coming next. But with slow, calm movements and patience, she melts right into the sweetest little dog. Breeder-release dogs can be different at first – they carry some fear simply because they’ve never been shown the world. But with love, they blossom, and they truly appreciate every kindness.
What Ruby is great at:
• LOVES other dogs – she absolutely needs another dog in the home for confidence and guidance. She LOVES to play and run in the yard.
• Not dominant, very easygoing with canine friends and ignores the cat.
• Potty training is going awesome and she’s catching on fast. Taken out on a shedule.
• She enjoys watching her foster mom in the kitchen like a little shadow
• Big, adorable cocker-spaniel feet that make her even cuter
What Ruby still needs help with:
• Not leash trained (this is typical for breeder-release dogs)
• Will pancake or freeze if approached quickly
• Building confidence with everyday household things
• Slow, gentle handling and patience. She is very afraid of men so women only.
Requirements for Adoption:
✔ Secure fenced yard (non-negotiable at this time — she’s not leash trained and can spook easily)
✔ Another friendly, confident dog in the home
✔ A home willing to research and understand the needs of puppymill/breeder-release dogs
✔ Lots of patience, gentleness, and encouragement
Tips for Helping a Scared Dog Like Ruby:
• Move slowly and let her come to you when she’s ready
• Sit on the floor — it’s far less scary than standing over her
• Use soft voices, soft movements, and lots of yummy rewards
• Let the resident dog “teach” her how to be a pet
• Keep routines predictable
• Celebrate tiny wins — they matter!
Ruby is ready for someone who will give her time, safety, and love so she can continue her transformation. When she looks at you with those soft Cocker eyes… whew. She’s special.
If you think Ruby might be your girl, apply at www.campcompanion.org
.
Our adoption process involves completing a one-page adoption application. Applications are processed within 48 hours.
Adoption fees for cats/kittens are $150.00. All cats/kittens have been wormed, altered, tested for feline leukemia, given age-appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
Adoption fees for dogs/puppies are $350.00 All dogs/puppies have been wormed, altered, tested for heart worm, given age-appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
We also offer our Senior for Senior program matching senior animals to people over the age of 63. Adoption fees are waived for this program.
More information is at www.campcompanion.org
Our adoption process involves completing a one-page adoption application. Applications are processed within 48 hours.
Adoption fees for cats/kittens are $150.00. All cats/kittens have been wormed, altered, tested for feline leukemia, given age-appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
Adoption fees for dogs/puppies are $350.00 All dogs/puppies have been wormed, altered, tested for heart worm, given age-appropriate vaccinations, and are microchipped.
We also offer our Senior for Senior program matching senior animals to people over the age of 63. Adoption fees are waived for this program.
Partnering with Petsmart stores, we have adoption day every Saturday 10-12 and Sunday 12 to 2 in Rochester, Minnesota, rotating locations every week.
Please see our website at www.campcompanion.org for the weekly location.
Partnering with Petsmart stores, we have adoption day every Saturday 10-12 and Sunday 12 to 2 in Rochester, Minnesota, rotating locations every week.
Please see our website at www.campcompanion.org for the weekly location.
More about this rescue
Camp Companion is a 501c3 organization established in 2003.
Based in Rochester MN, the organization is totally driven by volunteers.
Camp Companion is dedicated to providing low-cost spay and neuter services for feral, farm and stray companion animals. The organization is funded solely by donations, fundraisers, grants, and adoption fees. All funds we receive are used for veterinary expenses and the cost of care incurred for the animals waiting for their forever homes.
Through our spay / neuter efforts, we encounter kittens and stray domestic cats that need rescue services and a forever home. We have no shelter, but rely on foster homes to care for these rescued pets. Every animal we offer for adoption is spayed or neutered.
Camp Companion is a 501c3 organization established in 2003.
Based in Rochester MN, the organization is totally driven by volunteers.
Camp Companion is dedicated to providing low-cost spay and neuter services for feral, farm and stray companion animals. The organization is funded solely by donations, fundraisers, grants, and adoption fees. All funds we receive are used for veterinary expenses and the cost of care incurred for the animals waiting for their forever homes.
Through our spay / neuter efforts, we encounter kittens and stray domestic cats that need rescue services and a forever home. We have no shelter, but rely on foster homes to care for these rescued pets. Every animal we offer for adoption is spayed or neutered.
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