Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Ruby – 5-Year-Old Cocker Spaniel (Breeder Release)
Adoption Fee: $350 + tax | Apply at www.campcompanion.org
Ruby is my current foster girl, and oh my gosh… she is an absolute sweetheart. She’s a 5-year-old Cocker Spaniel released from a breeder, and she’s been discovering what “real life” is all about – soft beds, kind hands, treats, and a warm home. If she gets adopted before I fall head-over-heels for her, it’ll be a miracle!
Ruby is a gentle, sensitive soul. When approached too quickly, she’ll pancake to the ground, unsure of what’s coming next. But with slow, calm movements and patience, she melts right into the sweetest little dog. Breeder-release dogs can be different at first – they carry some fear simply because they’ve never been shown the world. But with love, they blossom, and they truly appreciate every kindness.
What Ruby is great at:
• LOVES other dogs – she absolutely needs another dog in the home for confidence and guidance. She LOVES to play and run in the yard.
• Not dominant, very easygoing with canine friends and ignores the cat.
• Potty training is going awesome and she’s catching on fast. Taken out on a shedule.
• She enjoys watching her foster mom in the kitchen like a little shadow
• Big, adorable cocker-spaniel feet that make her even cuter
What Ruby still needs help with:
• Not leash trained (this is typical for breeder-release dogs)
• Will pancake or freeze if approached quickly
• Building confidence with everyday household things
• Slow, gentle handling and patience
Requirements for Adoption:
✔ Secure fenced yard (non-negotiable at this time — she’s not leash trained and can spook easily)
✔ Another friendly, confident dog in the home
✔ A home willing to research and understand the needs of puppymill/breeder-release dogs
✔ Lots of patience, gentleness, and encouragement
Tips for Helping a Scared Dog Like Ruby:
• Move slowly and let her come to you when she’s ready
• Sit on the floor — it’s far less scary than standing over her
• Use soft voices, soft movements, and lots of yummy rewards
• Let the resident dog “teach” her how to be a pet
• Keep routines predictable
• Celebrate tiny wins — they matter!
Ruby is ready for someone who will give her time, safety, and love so she can continue her transformation. When she looks at you with those soft Cocker eyes… whew. She’s special.
If you think Ruby might be your girl, apply at www.campcompanion.org
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