Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Location: Andover, MN
Meet Christopher (“Tofer” / “Tofu” / “Puppy Puppy”) 🐾
Christopher is a sweet Coonhound mix (best guess!) with the most adorable oversized ears — when he prances through the yard, he looks like he might just lift off and fly away.
Christopher is the definition of a loving puppy. He has an affectionate, people-focused personality and will happily follow his humans from room to room just to be near them. He loves to play and explore, but as soon as he’s had his fun, he’ll trot right back for snuggles. If you’re sitting down, you can expect a cuddle buddy.
He does wonderfully with kids (currently living with 16-, 11-, and 8-year-olds), gets along with both large and small dogs, and has even been respectful around chickens. He’s learning that the cat is not a chase toy — his interest is playful, not aggressive — and he’s responding well to guidance.
Christopher is currently a little underweight and absolutely LOVES to eat. Meals are serious business! He uses a puzzle feeder to help slow him down, and he’s thriving with regular feedings.
He’s making progress with potty training. With consistent potty breaks — especially after play, naps, or meals — he’s doing very well. In fact, he pees almost immediately when his paws hit the grass and has only had one poop accident in the past week. That’s impressive for a young pup!
Crate training is a work in progress. He does spend time in his crate during the day and is learning that it’s a safe space. Like many young puppies, he can sometimes bark for stretches when he’d rather be with his people — he just really loves companionship. At night, he prefers to sleep snuggled next to his humans (and will sleep a full 9 hours in bed), but in his crate he can go about 4 hours overnight and is improving with the help of a heating pad and heartbeat puppy stuffie. With continued consistency and patience, he’ll keep building confidence and independence.
Christopher has a fantastic temperament and, at his current small size, absolutely loves being held. He comes when called, seeks out affection often, and truly wants to be part of the family in everything you do.
If you’re looking for a loyal shadow, a professional snuggler, and a floppy-eared best friend to grow up with your family, Christopher might just be your perfect match. 💛
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The best way to show interest in an animal is to submit an adoption application by visiting our website (www.rescuenetworkmn.org).
Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, heartworm test (dogs), FIV/FeLV test (cats), dewormed, and microchip implant (including registration).
Rescue Network is strictly foster based which means all adoptable animals are in a home and there cannot be a meet until an application is submitted and approved. We have no way of knowing the breeds in the animals. All breeds listed are best guess.
