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Riggs

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Riggs

Cedarburg, WI

Breed

German Shepherd DogMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Personality
Friendly, Affectionate, Gentle, Loves
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Riggs’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Riggs's Story

<div style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 600px; margin: auto;"><br/> <p style="font-size: 18px; color: #2c3e50;"><strong> Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!</strong></p><br/> <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50;"> Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At <strong>Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin</strong>, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!<br/> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/muttlifewi" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi </a><br/> <a href="https://muttlife.org" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">Visit our website: Muttlife.org</a><br> </p></div><br/><br/><br/>Riggs Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Settling Into His Foster Home<br/><br/>Riggs arrived safely in Wisconsin on January 10, 2026 and is now settling into his foster home. He is no longer in the Arkansas shelter and is beginning the next chapter of his journey while he waits for his forever family.<br/><br/>Meet Riggs<br/><br/>Riggs is a male German Shepherd mix (best guess), about 1 year old, and already neutered. He is a friendly, happy dog with an easygoing personality who enjoys being around people and other dogs.<br/><br/>Riggs does well with other dogs and would be a good fit for a home looking for a young dog with a positive, social temperament. At his age, he will benefit from continued structure, training, and regular activity to help him continue adjusting to life in a home environment.<br/><br/>Now that Riggs is in foster care, we will continue learning more about his personality, manners, and preferences as he settles in.<br/><br/>Age: ~1 year<br/>Gender: Male (Neutered)<br/>Weight: 60 lbs<br/>Breed: German Shepherd mix (best guess)<br/>Spayed/Neutered: Yes<br/>Potty Trained: Unknown<br/>Crate Trained: Unknown<br/>Leash Manners: Unknown<br/>Good with Dogs: Yes<br/>Good with Cats: Not tested yet<br/>Good with Kids: Not tested yet<br/><br/>Riggs is available for adoption and is looking for a committed, loving home.<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting Riggs, please apply today:<br/>www.muttlife.org<br/>________<br/>Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up to date dewormer, vaccinations, and heartworm prevention (age appropriate).<br/>NOTE: THE BREED LISTED FOR EACH DOG IS OUR BEST GUESS WITH THE HELP OF OUR VETERINARIANS. AFTER ALL, THIS IS MUTT LIFE DOG RESCUE..<br/>__________<br/>Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! <br/>https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies<br/>_________<br/>ADOPTION PROCESS:<br/>1.) Apply: Fill out adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents.<br/>2.)Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email.<br/>3.)Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: after approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5 day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure its the right fit.<br/>4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue.<br/>5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process we conduct a home visit either in person or via zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have.<br/>6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $150 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old.<br/>**Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**


Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!


Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!
For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi
Visit our website: Muttlife.org




Riggs Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Settling Into His Foster Home

Riggs arrived safely in Wisconsin on January 10, 2026 and is now settling into his foster home. He is no longer in the Arkansas shelter and is beginning the ne


Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!


Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!
For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi
Visit our website: Muttlife.org




Riggs Has Arrived in Wisconsin and Is Settling Into His Foster Home

Riggs arrived safely in Wisconsin on January 10, 2026 and is now settling into his foster home. He is no longer in the Arkansas shelter and is beginning the next chapter of his journey while he waits for his forever family.

Meet Riggs

Riggs is a male German Shepherd mix (best guess), about 1 year old, and already neutered. He is a friendly, happy dog with an easygoing personality who enjoys being around people and other dogs.

Riggs does well with other dogs and would be a good fit for a home looking for a young dog with a posi

How To Adopt

Riggs was listed as ADOPTABLE by Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin
How can I adopt Riggs?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Riggs is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin for details on the pet.
When can I meet Riggs?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Riggs, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin, and they'll be happy to help!
Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin's Adoption Policy
Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! Apply: Fill out adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents. Application processing: we do a thorough background check, landlord approval (if applicable) or home ownership verification, vet check, and review your application. This process can take up to 5 business days. note: if renting, please have your landlord write letter of approval for you to have a dog, including breed restrictions, and either send to muttlifeapps@gmail.com or submit document during application submission.? Please authorize your vet to release medical information with Mutt Life. ? Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email. ?Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: after approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5 day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure its the right fit. Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue. Home Visit: After the adoption process we conduct a home visit either in person or via zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have. Neuter/spay for puppies: if dogs are adopted prior to 6 months of age and are not neutered/spayed yet, we will work with you to coordinate an appointment with one of our veterinary clinic partners or you can go through your vet and we will give you a partial adoption fee reimbursement. **Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

Riggs is from Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin

[Cedarburg, WI]

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