Benny Goodman (Reduced Rover)

BENNY GOODMAN - THE DOG, THE MYTH, THE JAZZ LEGEND REINCARNATE<br/><br/>Not actually playing a clarinet... yet. But spiritually? He's a whole brass section.<br/><br/>If joy had rhythm, it would sound exactly like Benny trotting across a hardwood floor.<br/><br/>At 43 pounds, four years old, and shaped like the world's happiest mid-size melody, Benny Goodman is a shelter survivor turned full-blown jazz icon. He doesn't bark-he scats. He doesn't walk-he swings. He doesn't wag his tail-he conducts an orchestra with it.<br/><br/>This brilliant little maestro is neutered, vaccinated, and already tapping his paw to the beat of his heartworm treatment (fully covered, darling-Benny has patrons).<br/><br/>He's equal parts playful romp and velvet-night cuddler. He can go from zoomies to zen faster than you can say "take it from the top, boys." Benny is smart. Benny is sweet. Benny is an emotional support trombone disguised as a dog.<br/><br/>He adores people. Loves kids. Thrives with other dogs.<br/>He even has a signature party trick:<br/>stealing carrots from horses like a tiny, jazz-loving bandit with impeccable taste in snacks.<br/><br/>His foster mom calls him "the sweetest, most joyful little dog ever," which is foster-parent code for this one is special-like Grammy special.<br/><br/>And she's right.<br/>Benny isn't just a good dog.<br/>He's a great dog.<br/>A dog with swing. With soul. With a heart that solos every time he looks at you.<br/><br/>If you want a companion who will soundtrack your life with laughter, loyalty, and a little bit of mischief...<br/><br/>Benny Goodman is ready to take center stage in your home.<br/><br/>PLEASE READ BELOW:<br/><br/>If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to complete an application and read all of our FAQs: <br/><br/>https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt<br/><br/>Please note: Information to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application. <br/>*An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application* <br/>All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received we ask you to submit an application (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue).<br/><br/>The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention.<br/>For more on this, or for additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets (including an explanation about Benefactor Dogs), please see our FAQs page: <br/><br/>https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq<br/><br/>Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as our website, Chewy, Pet Finder, and others. These are in no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed.<br/><br/>***Take Paws Rescue saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized, and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it's the perfect match!

BENNY GOODMAN - THE DOG, THE MYTH, THE JAZZ LEGEND REINCARNATE

Not actually playing a clarinet... yet. But spiritually? He's a whole brass section.

If joy had rhythm, it would sound exactly like Benny trotting across a hardwood floor.

At 43 pounds, four years old, and shaped like the world's happiest mid-size melody, Benny Goodman is a shelter survivor turned full-blown jazz icon. He doesn't bark-he scats. He doesn't walk-he swings. He doesn't wag his tail-he conducts an orchestra with it.

This brilliant little maestro is neutered, vaccinated, and already tapping his paw to the beat of his heartworm treatment (fully covered, darling-Benny has patrons).

He's equal parts playful romp and velvet-night cuddler. He can go from zoomies to zen faster than you can say "take it from the top, boys." Benny is smart. Benny is sweet. Benny is an emotional support trombone disguised as a dog.

He adores people. Loves kids. Thrives with other dogs.
He even has a signature party trick

BENNY GOODMAN - THE DOG, THE MYTH, THE JAZZ LEGEND REINCARNATE

Not actually playing a clarinet... yet. But spiritually? He's a whole brass section.

If joy had rhythm, it would sound exactly like Benny trotting across a hardwood floor.

At 43 pounds, four years old, and shaped like the world's happiest mid-size melody, Benny Goodman is a shelter survivor turned full-blown jazz icon. He doesn't bark-he scats. He doesn't walk-he swings. He doesn't wag his tail-he conducts an orchestra with it.

This brilliant little maestro is neutered, vaccinated, and already tapping his paw to the beat of his heartworm treatment (fully covered, darling-Benny has patrons).

He's equal parts playful romp and velvet-night cuddler. He can go from zoomies to zen faster than you can say "take it from the top, boys." Benny is smart. Benny is sweet. Benny is an emotional support trombone disguised as a dog.

He adores people. Loves kids. Thrives with other dogs.
He even has a signature party trick:
stealing carrots from horses like a tiny, jazz-loving bandit with impeccable taste in snacks.

His foster mom calls him "the sweetest, most joyful little dog ever," which is foster-parent code for this one is special-like Grammy special.

And she's right.
Benny isn't just a good dog.
He's a great dog.
A dog with swing. With soul. With a heart that solos every time