🐾 Meet Rufus – A Smart, Spirited Pup with a Big Future 🐾 📅 Age: ~8 months 🐶 Breed: Bully Mix ⚖️ Weight: Puppy-sized (still growing!) 💉 Status: Fully Vetted, Ready for Adoption
Rufus is a happy, energetic adolescent who’s bursting with personality and potential. At just under a year old, he’s at that fun (and busy!) stage where curiosity, enthusiasm, and intelligence all collide. He’s outgoing, social, and genuinely enjoys working with people—especially when expectations are clear and training is structured.
This bright boy already knows sit, down, come, and heel, and he responds best to consistency, boundaries, and positive outlets for his energy. When he’s had a chance to move his body and engage his brain, Rufus settles nicely and shows his affectionate side, enjoying calm downtime with his handler.
Like many teenage pups, Rufus can get a little too excited sometimes. When his arousal is high, he may jump or mouth, but these behaviors are easily redirected with toys, training, and guidance. He’s not being naughty—he’s just still learning how to manage all his big feelings in a growing body.
🐶 Rufus at a Glance:
Energetic, outgoing, and very people-social
Smart and eager to learn
Knows sit, down, come, and heel
Thrives with structure and clear expectations
Playful and fun, with a great training foundation
Affectionate once settled
Typical adolescent behaviors (jumping/mouthing) that respond well to redirection
Fully vetted and ready to go home
🏡 Rufus’ Ideal Home:
Moderately active adopters who enjoy training and engagement
A household with children 12+
Commitment to continuing basic training and enrichment
Regular exercise and mental stimulation
A family excited to guide a young dog into adulthood
Rufus is the kind of dog who will give you back exactly what you put into him. With consistency, patience, and positive guidance, he’s going to grow into a confident, well-mannered, and incredibly fun companion. If you’re ready for a smart young pup who’s eager to learn and love, Rufus is ready to meet you. 🐶💙We are open to the public Tuesday - Sunday (1PM - 5PM)! No Appointments required!
🐾 Meet Rufus – A Smart, Spirited Pup with a Big Future 🐾 📅 Age: ~8 months 🐶 Breed: Bully Mix ⚖️ Weight: Puppy-sized (still growing!) 💉 Status: Fully Vetted, Ready for Adoption
Rufus is a happy, energetic adolescent who’s bursting with personality and potential. At just under a year old, he’s at that fun (and busy!) stage where curiosity, enthusiasm, and intelligence all collide. He’s outgoing, social, and genuinely enjoys working with people—especially when expectations are clear and training is structured.
This bright boy already knows sit, down, come, and heel, and he responds best to consistency, boundaries, and positive outlets for his energy. When he’s had a chance to move his body and engage his brain, Rufus settles nicely and shows his affectionate side, enjoying calm downtime with his handler.
Like many teenage pups, Rufus can get a little too excited sometimes. When his arousal is high, he may jump or mouth, but these behaviors are easily redirected with toys, training, and guidance. He’s not being naughty—he’s just still learning how to manage all his big feelings in a growing body.
🐶 Rufus at a Glance:
Energetic, outgoing, and very people-social
Smart and eager to learn
Knows sit, down, come, and heel
Thrives with structure and clear expectations
Playful and fun, with a great training foundation
Affectionate once settled
Typical adolescent behaviors (jumping/mouthing) that respond well to redirection
Fully vetted and ready to go home
🏡 Rufus’ Ideal Home:
Moderately active adopters who enjoy training and engagement
A household with children 12+
Commitment to continuing basic training and enrichment
Regular exercise and mental stimulation
A family excited to guide a young dog into adulthood
Rufus is the kind of dog who will give you back exactly what you put into him. With consistency, patience, and positive guidance, he’s going to grow into a confident, well-mannered, and incredibly fun companion. If you’re ready for a smart young pup who’s eager to learn and love, Rufus is ready to meet you. 🐶💙We are open to the public Tuesday - Sunday (1PM - 5PM)! No Appointments required!
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Submit Application
Complete an on-site adoption with valid photo ID (must be 18+)
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Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
All pets receive core vaccines, deworming, flea treatment, and a lifelong registered microchip.
Meet-and-Greet Opportunities:
Dogs: outdoor courtyard or indoor meet-and-greet room. We recommend bringing your current pets and children to help ensure the best match.
Cats: private, calm interview room
Community & Support:
We offer guidance and resources to support your adoption experience long after you leave the shelter.
Affordability:
Thanks to sponsorships and grants, we offer fee reductions and specials. Don’t let cost be a barrier — many of our long-stay animals are fully sponsored.
All pets receive core vaccines, deworming, flea treatment, and a lifelong registered microchip.
Meet-and-Greet Opportunities:
Dogs: outdoor courtyard or indoor meet-and-greet room. We recommend bringing your current pets and children to help ensure the best match.
Cats: private, calm interview room
Community & Support:
We offer guidance and resources to support your adoption experience long after you leave the shelter.
Affordability:
Thanks to sponsorships and grants, we offer fee reductions and specials. Don’t let cost be a barrier — many of our long-stay animals are fully sponsored.
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⏰ Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Closed Mondays & County Holidays
Note: Meet and Greets end at 4:30pm.
⏰ Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Closed Mondays & County Holidays
Note: Meet and Greets end at 4:30pm.
More about this shelter
Our shelter is operated by the Douglas County Board of Commissioners (BOC). We strive to educate our county citizens by providing information about low-cost spay/neuter options and general information about responsible pet ownership.
Douglas County Animal Services is located in Douglasville, Georgia, all adoptions must take place in person.
We impound stray animals at large in Douglas County. Unfortunately information on an animals behavior or temperament is not known. Breeds listed are an estimation and are not guaranteed.
We do operate as a first come, first served policy.
Our shelter is operated by the Douglas County Board of Commissioners (BOC). We strive to educate our county citizens by providing information about low-cost spay/neuter options and general information about responsible pet ownership.
Douglas County Animal Services is located in Douglasville, Georgia, all adoptions must take place in person.
We impound stray animals at large in Douglas County. Unfortunately information on an animals behavior or temperament is not known. Breeds listed are an estimation and are not guaranteed.
We do operate as a first come, first served policy.
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