Ah yes. Meet Graffin.
A man.....err I mean a puppy. A myth....A Legend. A puppy powered entirely by enthusiasm, vibes, and the firm belief that everyone he meets is already his best friend — they just don’t know it yet.
He loves everyone. People, dogs, probably houseplants if they’d respond. There is no stranger danger here — only “oh hi, I’ve been waiting for you specifically.” He’s the kind of puppy who makes friends in line at the coffee shop and somehow convinces them to scratch his ears. Boundaries? He’s heard of them. He simply chooses optimism instead. Now, let’s talk about his wardrobe. Graffin loves clothes. Not tolerates. Loves. This is not a dog who begrudgingly allows a sweater — this is a dog who understands that fashion = warmth = emotional security. He gets cold, okay? And frankly, he deserves layers. Tiny jackets. Little sweaters. Possibly a fall collection. If you’ve ever wanted a dog who looks at an outfit and says, “Yes, this feels correct,” Graffin is your guy.
Graffin is a 10-week-old, 10-pound male Border Collie mix who somehow survived the start to this cold winter all by himself — which is honestly wild when you consider that this boy now believes blankets, sweaters, and being held like a precious artifact are basic necessities. When he was found outside, neglect had already done a number on him — he’d lost some of his fur, was painfully skinny, and came preloaded with worms he absolutely did not order. Thankfully, a kind human scooped him up and took him to the vet, the vet reached out to us, and the rest is history because no one with a soul can look at that face and say no. It’s simply not a thing that happens. Science has confirmed this. Fast forward to now and Graffin is thriving. His fur is growing back, his belly is full, and he has discovered two of life’s greatest pleasures: coats and being carried around like royalty. He truly believes he was meant to be a purse dog and was cruelly placed into the body of a Border Collie mix instead. If given the option to walk or be held, he will absolutely choose “held,” preferably while wearing a sweater and being told he’s handsome. Repeatedly.
Let’s talk about Graffin’s social skills, which can best be described as extremely confident for someone who still trips over his own feet. With other dogs, Graffin shows up like the over-enthusiastic party guest who didn’t read the room but brought enough energy for everyone. He means well. He’s just very excited to be included and would like to immediately be friends, play, wrestle, and possibly share a life story — all within the first 3 seconds. This also means that if you’ve got a cranky old senior dog — the canine equivalent of a grandpa in tube socks yelling “GET OFF MY LAWN” at 6 a.m. — Graffin is probably… not their idea of a relaxing retirement plan. So while Graffin is all heart, enthusiasm, and wiggles with other dogs, he’s best suited for a home that can appreciate his zest for life — not one where someone is just trying to nap in peace and yell at clouds. Cats? According to Graffin, cats are highly suspicious creatures who clearly need to be announced. He does okay with them, but may initially bark at them like he’s filing a formal complaint and would like management to know there is, in fact, a cat present. Kids? He hasn’t officially met any yet, so we’re not making promises — but given his energy level and enthusiasm, he’d probably greet them the same way he greets everyone else: with excitement, kisses, and the assumption that personal space is a myth. New people, though? Oh, he’s obsessed. Absolute social butterfly. If you have a pulse, Graffin loves you. If you don’t, he’s still willing to try. His greeting style includes enthusiastic kisses and a little puppy nibble here and there — not aggression, just his way of saying, “Hello, I am very happy you exist and I must express this with my face immediately.”
Energy-wise, he’s sitting at about a 7 out of 10, which translates to: “I have places to be, things to sniff, and absolutely no idea what the plan is — but I’m excited about it.” Adventure-seeker or homebody? Honestly, he’s flexible. Couch snuggles? Love those. Exploring the world like it personally invited him? Also yes. He’s the kind of dog who will happily go on an outing and then dramatically pass out afterward like he’s done something heroic. Temperament-wise, Graffin is quirky, silly, and attention-loving. He thrives on interaction and would like to be included in whatever you’re doing — even if he has no idea what it is. Water? Hard pass. Toys? Absolutely yes. Toys are excellent and should be celebrated accordingly. As for his ideal setup, Graffin isn’t picky. A securely fenced yard would be great. An apartment with consistent walks and exercise? Also doable. The key is engagement. Move his body, stimulate his brain, let him be involved, and he’ll be a very happy, slightly ridiculous little guy who wil have you wrapped around his paw in a nanosecond.
Graffin has the heart. The potential. The vibes. What he does not have yet is a fully formed understanding of how society works. Potty training? That’s on you, hero. Socialization? Also your assignment. Graffin believes everyone is a friend he simply hasn’t kissed yet, but he still needs exposure to dogs, people, kids, weird noises, new places, and everyday objects that puppies find personally offensive — like trash cans, vacuum cleaners, and anything that moves unexpectedly. Training overall? Congratulations — you’re the professor. Graffin is not studying flash cards or cramming for obedience finals on his own. He’s a blank notebook with zoomies. A tiny sponge in a sweater. Smart, eager, and ready to learn, but absolutely relying on you to show him the ropes. At the end of the day, Graffin is sweet, affectionate, hilarious, and full of promise. He’s the kind of pup who had a rough start, bounced back with resilience, and now just needs someone willing to guide him as he grows into the incredible dog he’s clearly meant to be. With the right human, he won’t just be good — he’ll be the dog people talk about when they say, “I didn’t even like dogs before… but this one? This one is special."
If Graffin has stolen your heart (and let’s be honest, he already has), you’ll need to fill out an adoption application at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app so we can send it along to his foster family. Graffin does not accept telepathic commitments, vibes, or “DM me” as legally binding agreements.
And yes — pickup is in Hutchinson, Kansas. Graffin will not be Ubering. He will not be meeting halfway. He will, however, be waiting patiently in a sweater, fully prepared to be carried to your car like the tiny prince he believes himself to be.
Apply. Come get him. Let him live his best carried-around, well-loved, sweater-wearing life with you.
