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Rizzo

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Rizzo

Sterling Heights, MI

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn, White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rizzo’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Rizzo's Story

Age: 5 Years<br/>Weight: 25lbs<br/>Good with dogs? Yes- meet and greet required<br/>Good with cats? Unknown<br/>Good with kids? Older<br/>Energy Level: Moderate-High<br/>Adoption Fee: $120<br/>Any other info:<br/><br/>Meet Rizzo: A Loyal Heart, Waiting Patiently <br/><br/>Rizzo has been waiting far too long for his forever family, and it’s time for this incredible boy to shine. He’s a loyal soul with a gentle heart who has faced more than his fair share of challenges.<br/><br/>After spending time in a home, Rizzo was heartbreakingly returned to the shelter. At first, he struggled, understandably confused, anxious, and unsure of what had happened.<br/><br/>But with patience, love, and care, Rizzo has come so far. He’s learning every day, gaining confidence, and showing us the amazing dog he truly is, and we just adore him!!<br/><br/>About Rizzo:<br/>• Personality: Loyal, loving, and a bit cautious at first<br/>• Progress: Attended an adoption event and bravely met tons of new people! A huge milestone for him!<br/>• Best Home: Calm environment without young kiddos, where he can decompress and continue building confidence<br/>• Special Notes: Needs time to trust, but once he does, he’ll be your most devoted companion<br/><br/>Why He’s Special:<br/>Rizzo may be a bit guarded with new people, but behind that cautious exterior is the most loyal, affectionate, and incredible little guy. He deserves so much more than sitting in a shelter day after day, watching his friends find homes.<br/><br/>Rizzo is around 5 years old, neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, microchipped, heartworm tested negative, and kept on prevention here with us.<br/><br/>Rizzo has already proven he’s capable of growth and love, now he just needs someone willing to give him the chance. You won't regret giving this amazing guy a chance at a family.<br/><br/>Could you be the one to show him that forever really does mean forever?<br/><br/>If Rizzo’s story speaks to you, please reach out today, he’s waiting for his forever home. Apply through the link below and our adoptions team will get in touch with you.<br/><br/>https://form.jotform.com/201977724595065<br/><br/>Once your application is processed and approved, our adoptions team will reach out to schedule an in person meet and greet with Rizzo.<br/><br/>------------------------------------------------<br/>Our adoption fees includes the pets spay or neuter surgery, microchip, age appropriate vaccines, heartworm + flea + tick disease testing, fecal check, and any medical care needed while staying with us. All adoption fees can be found on our website.<br/><br/>The first step to our adoption process is to please fill out and adoptions application which can be found on our website www.serenityanimalhospital.net, under the "Adopt From Us" Tab. You can also complete an application in person at Serenity Animal Hospital.<br/><br/>Any questions regarding our adoptable dogs can be emailed to our adoptions team at adoptions@serenityanimalhospital.net. Completing an application either online or in person is always the first step to our adoption process.<br/><br/>Please allow us a few days to contact you about your application as we do get many in on a daily basis. We will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you for considering adoption!

Age: 5 Years
Weight: 25lbs
Good with dogs? Yes- meet and greet required
Good with cats? Unknown
Good with kids? Older
Energy Level: Moderate-High
Adoption Fee: $120
Any other info:

Meet Rizzo: A Loyal Heart, Waiting Patiently

Rizzo has been waiting far too long for his forever family, and it’s time for this incredible boy to shine. He’s a loyal soul with a gentle heart who has faced more than his fair share of challenges.

After spending time in a home, Rizzo was heartbreakingly returned to the shelter. At first, he struggled, understandably confused, anxious, and unsure of what had happened.

But with patience, love, and care, Rizzo has come so far. He’s learning every day, gaining confidence, and showing us the amazing dog he truly is, and we just adore him!!

About Rizzo:
• Personality: Loyal, loving, and a bit cautious at first
• Progress: Attended an adoption event and bravely met tons of new people! A huge milestone for him!
• Best Ho

Age: 5 Years
Weight: 25lbs
Good with dogs? Yes- meet and greet required
Good with cats? Unknown
Good with kids? Older
Energy Level: Moderate-High
Adoption Fee: $120
Any other info:

Meet Rizzo: A Loyal Heart, Waiting Patiently

Rizzo has been waiting far too long for his forever family, and it’s time for this incredible boy to shine. He’s a loyal soul with a gentle heart who has faced more than his fair share of challenges.

After spending time in a home, Rizzo was heartbreakingly returned to the shelter. At first, he struggled, understandably confused, anxious, and unsure of what had happened.

But with patience, love, and care, Rizzo has come so far. He’s learning every day, gaining confidence, and showing us the amazing dog he truly is, and we just adore him!!

About Rizzo:
• Personality: Loyal, loving, and a bit cautious at first
• Progress: Attended an adoption event and bravely met tons of new people! A huge milestone for him!
• Best Home: Calm environment without young kiddos, where he can decompress and continue building confidence
• Special Notes: Needs time to trust, but once he does, he’ll be your most devoted companion

Why He’s Special:
Rizzo may be a bit guarded with new people, but behind that cautious exterior is the most loyal, affectionate, and incredible little guy. He deserves so much more than sit

How To Adopt

Rizzo was listed as Adoptable by Serenity Animal Hospital
How can I adopt Rizzo?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Serenity Animal Hospital. 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 Rizzo 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 Serenity Animal Hospital for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rizzo?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Serenity Animal Hospital will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rizzo, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Serenity Animal Hospital, and they'll be happy to help!
Serenity Animal Hospital's Adoption Policy
*** Please note: we do not utilize the "introduce yourself" or inquires from Petfinder as they typically end up in our spam folder. If you are interested in meeting or adopting a dog/cat please submit an adoption application found on our website. *** CONTACT US DIRECTLY: The first step to our adoption process is to submit an adoption application. Please email the application to adoptions@serenityanimalhospital.net. The application can be found on our website www.serenityanimalhospital.net under the ‘Adoptions’ tab. You are able to complete and submit application directly from website. Once we receive your application, we will contact you within 72 hours. Please allow us this time to approve your application by calling your landlord, veterinarian and/or references. Once your application has been approved we will call you to schedule a meet and greet with our adoptable pets. If the pet you are interested in is no longer available we will reply to the email used to submit application. We will save all approved applications for 3 months, unless otherwise requested. Therefore, if you find a dog you wish to adopt within 3 months of your application being approved, you simply need to call asap to request an adoption meet & greet. However, all adoptable pets will be subject to the order of submission of desire. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A PARTICULAR PET, THAT YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ASAP, AS WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT IN THE ORDER OF RECEIVED APPLICAITONS/REQUESTS. Thank you again for your interest and patience!

Rizzo is from Serenity Animal Hospital

[Sterling Heights, MI]

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Location
13800 15 Mile Rd. Sterling Heights, MI, 48312

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