Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Scooby likely spent his early life in this environment, and because of that, his future family will need to understand that he may need some extra patience and guidance—especially when it comes to his eating habits.The good news is that Scooby is now reported to be potty trained! 🎉This boy still treats every meal like it might be his last, enthusiastically scarfing down every piece of kibble he receives. While we have not seen food aggression, his past could make food-related behaviors something to be mindful of. Feeding him separately, such as in a crate, and/or using a slow feeder is encouraged.Scooby has also been adopted and returned twice since October 2025, both times due to housing issues—not because he wasn't loved or because he was a bad dog. He deserves a home that can finally be his forever home. 🏡Scooby definitely has some energy to burn! He needs a chance to get his zoomies out every day, but once he's had his fun, he settles down and becomes a good boy with manners. He already knows sit, back up, lay down, and paw! 🐾He is also an incredibly cuddly guy who would happily get as close to you as physically possible. Personal space? Scooby doesn't believe in it. If he could crawl directly into your skin to be closer, he probably would. 😂❤️When it comes to other dogs, Scooby can sometimes be a little rude or dominant, so he may do best with a dog that can match his energy while having a more submissive personality. He is also reported to be fine around cats! 🐱🐶Scooby hasn't had the easiest start in life, and he has already lost two homes through circumstances outside of his control. What he needs now is someone willing to give him structure, daily exercise, full meals, plenty of cuddles, and most importantly...A home that will finally be forever. 🐶❤️🐾 ADOPTION INFORMATION 🐾Thinking about adding a new furry family member? Here’s everything you need to know about adopting from Rushville Animal Shelter! ❤️💰 ADOPTION FEESThe adoption fee listed on each animal’s profile does not include applicable discounts.Discounts include:🏠 Rush County Residents: Up to $50 off the listed adoption fee🎖️ Military & Senior Citizens: For animals OVER 3 years old, the maximum adoption fee is $25🐱 Adopt 2 cats/kittens: The second adoption is 50% off💕 Bonded Pairs: If two animals are a bonded pair and are required to be adopted together, the second adoption fee is 100% OFF!For specific adoption fees, please visit our website.Payment: We accept cash, check, and card. A 3% fee applies to card payments.❤️ WHAT YOUR ADOPTION FEE COVERSYour adoption fee helps cover approximately $200 worth of care per animal!Every animal receives:🐶 Dogs: At least 1 Distemper/Parvo vaccine + Bordetella vaccine🐱 Cats: At least 1 Feline Distemper vaccine💉 Rabies vaccine if the animal is fixed by us🪱 At least 1 deworming🦟 Current flea prevention🔎 Microchip✂️ Spay/neuter — either already completed or scheduled for a future appointment🏡 SAME-DAY ADOPTIONS!Yes! All animals can go home the same day. 🎉You'll need:A valid photo IDTo complete and sign a few documentsTo take home a copy of the animal's medical historyThere is NO application process.All adoptions are:✅ First-come, first-served❌ No holds — even with a donation❌ No appointments requiredJust come visit us during our normal business hours!✂️ NOT FIXED YET? HERE'S HOW IT WORKS.If an animal isn't already spayed or neutered when you adopt, you'll participate in our Foster-to-Adopt process.The animal will go home with you with a future surgery appointment already scheduled.You'll be responsible for bringing the animal back to the shelter for a 2-night stay while their surgery is completed.During Foster-to-Adopt:The shelter maintains legal ownership of the animal.You have all other responsibilities of pet ownership, including medical care.Once the animal is fixed, the microchip is registered to you and legal ownership transfers to you. ❤️This process allows us to follow Indiana law requiring adopted animals to be fixed while also helping us keep kennel space available for animals coming into the shelter.For additional information about our Foster-to-Adopt policy, please visit our website.🐕 THINKING ABOUT A DOG?Unless specifically stated on a dog's adoption profile, we do not require a meet-and-greet with every family member or household dog.However, we highly encourage it!We're happy to introduce your dog(s) to a potential new family member here at the shelter.No appointment necessary.🐱 ADOPTING A CAT OR KITTEN?Cats MUST leave the shelter in a carrier.Bring your own carrier, or purchase one from us!🏠 WANT TO TRY BEFORE YOU COMMIT?We offer home trials for dogs and cats over 6 months old for approximately one week.You do not have to pay the adoption fee upfront.If you decide the animal is the perfect fit:➡️ Return to the shelter➡️ Complete the adoption paperwork➡️ Pay the adoption fee➡️ Make it official! ❤️If you decide the animal isn't the right fit, simply bring them back to the shelter during normal business hours at any point during your trial period.🚨 We do not accept after-hours drop-offs.🐾 READY TO MEET YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND?Come visit us during our normal business hours! No application. No appointment. No holds.Just you, an animal who needs a home, and the chance to make a life-changing connection. ❤️🐾Rushville Animal Shelter📍 650 Van Sickle Street, Rushville, IN 46173📞 765-932-4754🌐 rushvilleanimalshelter.com
