Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
If you've read even one Harry Potter book, you probably remember Rubeus Hagridthe giant-hearted groundskeeper who never met a magical creature he didn't want to befriend. Well, we're pretty sure our Hagrid took that as a life goal. Hagrid is a happy-go-lucky enthusiast who approaches life with the confidence of someone who has absolutely never considered that anything could possibly go wrong. Like his wizarding namesake, Hagrid is happiest when he's with his people. Whether you're headed off on an exciting quest or simply traveling all the way to the kitchen for a snack, he would very much like to accompany you. For safety reasons. Quality control reasons. Emotional support reasons. When the adventures are over, this brave explorer is more than happy to transform into a snuggly sidekick. He's got a heart about the size of Hogwarts itself and would much prefer spending time with his favorite humans. So if you've been searching for a loyal companion, a dedicated adventure buddy, and a dog who firmly believes every day should involve at least a little magic, Hagrid may just be your perfect match. No acceptance letter from Hogwarts required.
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
-Adopters will need to come pick up their new furry family member themselves.
Apply at:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app
When most people hear the name Hagrid, they picture a giant bearded wizard living in a hut on the edge of Hogwarts, casually adopting creatures that everyone else agrees are terrible ideas. Our Hagrid isn't quite there yet. For starters, he's only 13 weeks old. Second, he's only about 25 pounds. Third, we're fairly confident he has never attempted to raise a dragon. Yet. This handsome young wizard-in-training found himself at a shelter through no fault of his own, which is honestly a pretty ridiculous place for someone this charming to end up. Thankfully, his stay there was shorter than a first-year's trip across the Black Lake, and now he's safely with PPFT while he searches for his forever family. Like all good Border Collie mixes, Hagrid comes equipped with a working brain that rarely takes a day off. He's curious, engaged, and always looking for something interesting to do. The good news is that he thinks his humans are the most interesting thing around, which means he's happiest when he's spending time with his people.
If Hogwarts had a student responsible for organizing every party, introducing themselves to every first-year, and ensuring nobody was having fun alone, we're pretty sure it would be Hagrid. When it comes to other dogs, Hagrid firmly believes that everyone is his friend. Whether it's his brother Harry, the older dogs in his foster home, or a complete stranger he met approximately four seconds ago, Hagrid is ready to play. When it comes to children, Hagrid might as well have graduated from Hogwarts with honors in Kid Studies. He's lived with children ages 4, 6, 12, and 15 and absolutely adores them. Whether they're looking for a playmate, an adventure buddy, or a furry shadow, Hagrid is ready to clock in for duty. Meeting new people is one of Hagrid's favorite hobbies. Actually, that's not quite accurate. Hagrid doesn't believe he's meeting new people. Hagrid believes every stranger has specifically traveled from afar for the privilege of meeting him. This boy greets everyone like a long-lost friend returning from a dangerous quest. He loves attention, pets, compliments, and making new friends. If there is a social event happening, Hagrid would like to be at the center of it. Preferably receiving belly rubs while everyone discusses how handsome he is. Unlike a certain famous wizard, Hagrid has not yet been assigned his own magical feline companion. However, during his stay with a temporary foster, he did encounter several cats. His official response was essentially, "Oh! What are those?" followed by standard puppy-level curiosity. The cats remained unimpressed, Hagrid remained interested, and everyone survived the encounter. Based on what his temporary foster observed, he would likely do well with dog-savvy cats and proper introductions, though we can't guarantee he won't occasionally try to recruit them for his next adventure.
If you're looking for a puppy who believes life is meant to be experienced from the sidelines, Hagrid would like to respectfully disagree. On a scale of 1 to 10, Hagrid clocks in around an 8 for energy, which means he's generally operating somewhere between "Let's go on an adventure!" and "Oh my gosh people, belly rubs please?!". When it comes to car rides, Hagrid still requires assistance getting into the vehicle because, despite his confidence, his legs haven't quite caught up to his ambitions yet. Once inside, however, he immediately assumes he's been promoted to Co-Pilot. Leash training is currently one of the classes offered at Hagrid's School of Wizardry and General Shenanigans. He's still learning the finer points, but so far he seems to enjoy the process. Outdoor adventures are very much his thing, and he appears quite pleased to accompany his humans while they explore the magical world of grass, leaves, sticks, and whatever that smell over there is. As for whether he's an adventurer or a homebody? Hagrid is approximately 80% adventure-seeker and 20% professional snuggler. He is fully prepared to spend the day exploring, playing, investigating, and generally making the most of every waking moment. But eventually, like all magical creatures, his battery runs out, and he requires lots of snuggles, cuddles, and kisses while he recharges with a much needed nap. Naturally, Hagrid loves toys. If it squeaks, bounces, rolls, crinkles, or can be proudly carried around the house like a trophy from a successful quest, he's interested. Fetch? Absolutely. He understands that humans enjoy throwing things and seems more than willing to support this hobby. And then we need to discuss water. This young wizard absolutely loves splashing around. Drinking water is merely one possible use for a water bowl. Other approved uses include pawing at it, dumping it out, redistributing it across the floor, and conducting what appears to be scientific research into how much water can exist outside the bowl before humans start making strange noises. The results of his studies remain ongoing. At the end of the day, Hagrid is exactly what every great adventure story needs: a happy-go-lucky sidekick with a huge heart, endless enthusiasm, a love of fun, and an unwavering belief that every journey is better when shared with the people he loves.
Before adopting Hagrid, the Ministry of Magic requires us to disclose a few important facts. First and foremost, Hagrid is not a decorative wizard. He is a growing Border Collie mix puppy with enough energy to power several common rooms and possibly a small Quidditch stadium. Because of this, Hagrid would thrive most in a home with a securely fenced yard where he can run, zoom, investigate suspicious leaves, and generally conduct his daily magical business. Could he potentially live somewhere without a fence? Maybe. But his ideal setup includes room to stretch his legs and burn off some of that enthusiastic puppy energy. Hagrid is currently pursuing his degree in Advanced Bathroom Logistics and, while he's making progress, he has not yet graduated at the top of his class. As far as kenneling goes, when first placed in his crate, Hagrid would like the record to reflect that he has been unfairly imprisoned and intends to file a formal complaint. Fortunately, after expressing his concerns, he settles down nicely and drifts off into what can only be described as a long winter's nap. His barking is also fairly reasonable. He'll usually speak up when he needs to go outside to potty or when he's initially voicing his disagreement with being placed in his crate but other than that is fairly quiet. At the end of the day, Hagrid is exactly what you'd expect from a young magical adventurer: smart, social, affectionate, energetic, and completely devoted to the people he loves. And more than anything, this sweet boy is looking for a family who will give him what every puppy deservesa forever home where he can grow up, make memories, go on adventures, steal a few hearts, and never have to wonder where he belongs again.
Now, if you've read this entire novel and have decided that Hagrid is clearly your soulmate, your next step is not to send an owl to Hogwarts. Instead, you'll need to fill out an adoption application so we can send it along to Hagrid's foster family for review. Because despite what Hagrid believes, we cannot simply hand him over to the first person who tells him he's handsome.
Approved adopters must be able to pick him up in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. No Floo Powder, Portkeys, Apparition, dragon transport, or magically enchanted flying cars are currently available.
So if you're ready for a life filled with adventures, laughter, puppy kisses, fetch sessions, muddy paws, and a very enthusiastic sidekick who thinks you're the most important person in the world...
Submit that application.
Hagrid is waiting for his forever story to begin.
