Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Story
The Official Midnight Owner's Handbook: Pocket Edition
📍 Pickup Location: Tulsa, OK
Adopters will need to come pick up their new furry family member themselves.
📝 Apply here:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
Congratulations! Instead of one of our standard-issue, polar bear-sized fluffy butts, you've stumbled upon the travel-sized model. Meet Midnight: all the charm, floof, and happiness of a Great Pyrenees... shrunk down to a convenient 30-pound Border Collie package. Think of him as the fun-size candy bar of the fluffy butt world. Same irresistible appeal, just easier to scoop onto the couch when he inevitably decides personal space is a myth. Midnight is the kind of dog who wakes up every morning convinced it's going to be the best day ever. He's happy-go-lucky, always wearing a smile, and perfectly capable of spending a lazy afternoon curled up beside you. But don't let his chill side fool you—if another dog suggests it's time for zoomies, wrestling, or a game of "let's sprint around the yard for absolutely no reason," he's already halfway there. He's proof that good things really do come in small, fluffy packages. Sure, he may not take up your entire backseat like our usual Great Pyrenees-sized residents, but he has absolutely no intention of taking up any less room in your heart.
Every owner's handbook needs a backsThis pocket-sized fluffy butt somehow found himself abandoned and wandering the streets, left to figure out life on his own. Thankfully, some absolutely incredible humans decided that wasn't an acceptable ending. They rallied together, got him to safety, and reached out to Pyr Paws N Fluffy Tails Rescue to see if we could take it from there.tory, and Midnight's starts with one of those chapters we'd all happily rip out of the book. Of course, because the universe occasionally likes to add unnecessary plot twists, Midnight tested heartworm positive. If you're unfamiliar, heartworms are basically freeloading parasites that move into a dog's heart and lungs. The good news? Midnight tackled treatment like an absolute champ. While most of us complain about minor inconveniences like slow Wi-Fi or forgetting to thaw the chicken, this little guy handled months of restrictions and recovery with far more grace than most humans ever could. Today, the freeloaders have officially been evicted, his treatment is behind him, and he's been given the all-clear to start the next—and hopefully much happier—chapter of his story.
If you've ever heard the phrase "it's not the size of the dog in the fight..." congratulations, you've basically met Midnight. At roughly 33 pounds, he's the smallest member of his foster family's six-dog crew, but absolutely nobody has informed him of this fact. As far as Midnight is concerned, he's approximately 120 pounds and perfectly qualified to participate in whatever the big dogs are doing. Treat distribution? He's in the front of the line before the cookies have even left the bag. Wrestling match with the two-year-old Labrador who's several Midnights stacked on top of each other? Sounds fair. Let's do it. Despite his confidence, Midnight isn't a bossy jerk. He genuinely loves having canine friends and enjoys romping around with them until everyone collectively decides it's time for a nap. He's proof that sometimes the smallest fluffy butt in the house has the biggest personality. When meeting new people, Midnight can be a little shy at first. He likes to make sure you're not secretly a tax auditor or someone who says, "I'm not really a dog person." Give him a little time, a couple of treats, and some gentle encouragement, and suddenly you're promoted to someone worth following around the house. And speaking of following... Remember when we said this was a pocket-sized fluffy butt? What we neglected to mention is that it's also the Velcro Edition. If you stand up, he's curious. If you walk into another room, he's coming too. Bathroom? Obviously. Kitchen? Absolutely. Laundry room? You never know when moral support will be required. As for tiny humans, Midnight has already decided they're pretty great. He's done wonderfully with toddlers, older kids, and teenagers alike, happily accepting pets, attention, and new friends wherever he finds them. Basically, if you're looking for an independent dog who only acknowledges your existence twice a day, Midnight would like to respectfully suggest you keep shopping. If, however, you've always dreamed of having a cheerful little sidekick who believes every adventure—even folding laundry—is better together, he has already packed his imaginary bags.
One of the best features included with your Midnight purchase is that he doesn't believe life has to be all adventure or all relaxation. Why choose? Want to spend Saturday hiking a trail, wandering around a farmers market, or exploring somewhere new? Midnight is already waiting by the door. Want to spend Sunday binge-watching an entire season of your favorite show while pretending you'll "just watch one episode"? He can absolutely support that life choice too. His energy level lands comfortably in the middle. When it comes to walks, Midnight is what we in the rescue world refer to as "a unicorn dog." He walks beautifully on leash, doesn't drag you down the sidewalk like you're competing in the Iditarod, and happily matches your pace. Whether you're out for a leisurely neighborhood stroll or covering a few miles, he's just happy to be included. Car rides do require one small disclaimer. His legs have apparently decided that jumping into vehicles is beneath them, so he'll gladly accept a lift into the car. Once inside, however, he transforms into your self-appointed GPS. Forget sitting politely in the back seat like a civilized passenger—Midnight prefers to stand proudly on the center console so he can monitor the route, judge your driving decisions, and make sure you're heading somewhere worthy of his valuable time. Thankfully, he's about 33 pounds instead of 133, so this is significantly more manageable than if one of our usual Great Pyrenees tried the same maneuver. Resource guarding? Nope. Food drama? Also nope. His philosophy seems to be remarkably simple: life is pretty good, toys are fun, walks are enjoyable, hanging out with friends is even better, and wherever his people happen to be... that's probably the best destination anyway.
One of the questions we get asked the most is, "What kind of home does this dog need?" Midnight's answer? One that loves me. Literally...that is it. House with a fenced yard? Fantastic. Apartment with regular walks? Sounds great. Townhome? Suburban neighborhood? As long as you're willing to include him in your life and make sure he gets his daily exercise and companionship, Midnight is a pretty adaptable little dude. He's not hung up on square footage—he's more interested in where you are. He's picked up several handy commands like "stay," "come here," "let's go," "stop," and his personal favorite, "in your box," because yes, he's perfectly comfortable hanging out in a kennel when needed. Speaking of being a respectable member of society...He's potty trained. (Please hold your applause. We know this is a feature everyone appreciates.) He's not an escape artist, so you won't find him plotting elaborate prison breaks every time the front door opens. He's also not much of a neighborhood gossip. In fact, the only time he's really been known to bark is when the upstairs neighbors make suspicious noises, which honestly feels like a reasonable response. Somebody has to keep an eye—or ear—on these things.
If you've made it this far, you've probably realized Midnight is pretty special.
He's the perfect combination of goofy and cuddly, playful and relaxed, confident with other dogs yet gentle with kids, adventurous enough for weekend outings but perfectly content being your full-time sidekick at home. He asks for very little in return—just a family who'll love him, include him, and occasionally pay him in treats for his outstanding emotional support services.
So here's what you need to do.
Head over to www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app and fill out an adoption application. Don't worry—it's significantly less painful than assembling IKEA furniture, and unlike IKEA furniture, you end up with something that gives you unconditional love instead of three mysterious leftover screws.
Once you submit your application, we'll send it over to Midnight's foster family. They know him better than anyone, so they'll be looking for the home that's the very best fit—not just the first person to click "submit." We're trying to find him his forever family, not the winner of a speed-typing competition.
If you're chosen, congratulations! Your first family adventure begins with a road trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where you'll pick Midnight up in person. No, he can't be shipped via Amazon Prime. He won't fit in an Uber Eats bag. FedEx has also declined our repeated requests to add a "Fragile: Contains Adorable Pocket Floof" option.
