Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Rufus, a Scruffy, a Loyal & Energetic boy.Rufus was a well-loved canine who had been with his family since he was just 8 weeks old. Sadly, as his owners grew older and faced health challenges, they could no longer keep up with his energetic spirit. Rufus is now settling into foster care and hoping to find an active family ready to give him the loving forever home he deserves.Rufus is a friendly, curious guy who enjoys both people and other animals. He has done well with the dogs in his foster home and is respectful when another dog lets him know they need some space. He has also done well with the resident cats indoors, although a running cat outside may be far too tempting for him to resist chasing! Rufus has been around children and would enjoy having older kids to play and adventure with.This smart boy is house and crate trained and walks nicely on leash, although an interesting scent may inspire a little pulling. Rufus has had limited experience with car rides in his foster home. On his first ride, he became carsick after having eaten beforehand, so traveling on an empty stomach may help him feel more comfortable as he gets accustomed to riding in the car.Rufus has plenty of youthful energy and would love a family who will include him in walks, outings and daily activities. He definitely wants to be wherever his people are! Because an open door can look like an invitation to explore, his new family will need to be mindful of doors and continue working with him on recall.Rufus may be a medium-small guy, but he has a surprisingly big voice and isn't shy about announcing neighborhood activity! He is loyal, lively and full of personality, with lots of love and enthusiasm to share. An active couple or family with older children who will give him plenty of exercise, attention and adventures would be a wonderful match for this fun-loving boy.All known information about the animal is listed above. We do our best to give accurate information, but most of our dogs are rescues and do not come with a known historyName: RufusBreed: Cairn Terrier/Crossbreed (Breed mix is not guaranteed-no DNA testing done).Sex: MaleAge: 1 year (estimated)Weight: 22.0Spayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Negative on recent testingMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: YesGood with Dogs: YesGood with Cats: YesAdoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable) $100-150 additional mandatory quarantine fee for Massachusetts residents.Location of dog currently: TexasIMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England. Adoption fees cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England, if necessary. The adoption fee is set at a level that enables adoption; they do not cover our costs. Thank you for your generosity and interest in our dogs!Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse, whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPaws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
