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Rip

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Rip

Richmond, KY

Breed

Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler&Australian ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Rip's Compatibility

  • This pet has good 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.

Adoption Fee

$350

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Rip's Story

🚨HIDDEN GEM ALERT🚨<br/><br/>Meet Rip! This handsome speckled heartbreaker has the sweetest soul and the cutest ears you’ve ever seen. He’s the perfect mix of playful and affectionate — always ready for an adventure, but just as happy curling up next to you on the couch with his favorite blanket. He loves being around his people and has a gentle, loving personality that’s impossible not to fall for. Rip checks all the boxes for a perfect family dog who will reward you with unwavering loyalty and enough goofy moments to keep you laughing every day. He’s ready to leave rescue life behind and find a family to call his own. Could that be you?<br/><br/>Name: Rip<br/>Age: 3 Years Old<br/>Sex: Male<br/>Breed: Texas Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd Mix)<br/>Weight: 32 lbs <br/>Located In: Nicholasville, KY<br/>Temperament/ Energy Level: Low-Medium Energy<br/>Recommendation for Kids: Yes<br/>Relationship with Dogs: Yes<br/>Relationship with Cats: Not tested<br/>Neutered/ Spayed: Yes<br/>Crate Trained: Yes<br/>House Trained: Yes<br/>Leash Trained: Yes<br/>Fence Required: Yes<br/>Special Requests: Would do best in a home with 1-2 other dogs max. <br/><br/>PLEASE NOTE: To apply to adopt, the application and adoption process can be found on our website https://www.kyhopefulpaws.com/adopt.<br/><br/>Please read dog's bio carefully before applying.

🚨HIDDEN GEM ALERT🚨

Meet Rip! This handsome speckled heartbreaker has the sweetest soul and the cutest ears you’ve ever seen. He’s the perfect mix of playful and affectionate — always ready for an adventure, but just as happy curling up next to you on the couch with his favorite blanket. He loves being around his people and has a gentle, loving personality that’s impossible not to fall for. Rip checks all the boxes for a perfect family dog who will reward you with unwavering loyalty and enough goofy moments to keep you laughing every day. He’s ready to leave rescue life behind and find a family to call his own. Could that be you?

Name: Rip
Age: 3 Years Old
Sex: Male
Breed: Texas Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd Mix)
Weight: 32 lbs
Located In: Nicholasville, KY
Temperament/ Energy Level: Low-Medium Energy
Recommendation for Kids: Yes
Relationship with Dogs: Yes
Relationship with Cats: Not tested
Neutered/ Spayed: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
House

🚨HIDDEN GEM ALERT🚨

Meet Rip! This handsome speckled heartbreaker has the sweetest soul and the cutest ears you’ve ever seen. He’s the perfect mix of playful and affectionate — always ready for an adventure, but just as happy curling up next to you on the couch with his favorite blanket. He loves being around his people and has a gentle, loving personality that’s impossible not to fall for. Rip checks all the boxes for a perfect family dog who will reward you with unwavering loyalty and enough goofy moments to keep you laughing every day. He’s ready to leave rescue life behind and find a family to call his own. Could that be you?

Name: Rip
Age: 3 Years Old
Sex: Male
Breed: Texas Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd Mix)
Weight: 32 lbs
Located In: Nicholasville, KY
Temperament/ Energy Level: Low-Medium Energy
Recommendation for Kids: Yes
Relationship with Dogs: Yes
Relationship with Cats: Not tested
Neutered/ Spayed: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
House Trained: Yes
Leash Trained: Yes
Fence Required: Yes
Special Requests: Would do best in a home with 1-2 other dogs max.

PLEASE NOTE: To apply to adopt, the application and adoption process can be found on our website https://www.kyhopefulpaws.com/adopt.

Please read dog's bio carefully before applying.

Consider Rip for adoption?

How To Adopt

Rip was listed as Adoptable by KY Hopeful Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Rip?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with KY Hopeful Paws Rescue. 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 Rip 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 KY Hopeful Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rip?
If you've submitted an inquiry, KY Hopeful Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rip, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to KY Hopeful Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
KY Hopeful Paws Rescue's Adoption Policy
Thank you for your interest in adopting from KY Hopeful Paws. Please read the below requirements before submitting an adoption application. We will reach out to you with any questions, or if your application is approved. You must FULLY COMPLETE the adoption application. We cannot process incomplete applications. All current pets must be up-to-date on vaccinations, flea, tick, and heartworm preventative, and must be spayed or neutered. If you have extenuating health circumstances with a pet, please note on your application and provide a letter from your veterinarian with an explanation. Please note: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot reach out to those whose applications are incomplete or are not approved. Please note: this application does not guarantee approval of your application or placement of a dog into your home. Some dogs will receive several applications and others only a few. We attempt to find the best-matched home for each dog. If not selected, your application will remain on file for future dogs. Please note: Our rescue is run solely by volunteers. It may be a number of weeks before you hear back regarding your application. Please be patient as we are trying to work through applications as quickly as possible. Best of luck in your search for a new companion!

Rip is from KY Hopeful Paws Rescue

[Richmond, KY]

Our Mission
Ky Hopeful Paws is a non-profit 501(c)(3) founded in 2020 to address a growing need in the Kentucky community. Kentucky faces one of the largest pet-dog crises across the country and the numbers of abandoned and abused animals continue to grow. KY Hopeful Paws is a champion of dogs everywhere, and our hope is through l...
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