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Rocky

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Terrier

About Rocky

Knoxville, TN

Breed

TerrierMix

Physical Traits

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

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Athletic, Friendly, Funny, Playful, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rocky’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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Rocky's Story

🦄 UNIDENTIFIED CANINE OBJECT (UCO) SEEKING HOME 🦄<br/>27 years in rescue and well… we’ve got NOTHING.<br/><br/>Friends, adopters, dog detectives—this is a first. <br/>Share your guesses? <br/><br/>Meet Rocky (also kicking around Otter and may someday become Otto, because honestly… he contains multitudes). In nearly three decades of rescue, we have never been this delightfully confused.<br/><br/>✨ Stats & Suspicions:<br/>• ~9 months old<br/>• ~45 lbs<br/>• Species: Scruffy Spark Plug / Fire Plug / Tiny Tank Hybrid<br/>• Build: Short. Long. Thick. All puppy.<br/>• Shoulders and thighs like a Thanksgiving turkey on steroids 🍗💪<br/><br/>Rocky has an old-world, wise-but-mischievous face, complete with a Scrooge-era beard, soulful light brown eyes, and a stunning gray/black scruffy coat. He looks like he knows secrets. He probably does.<br/><br/>He is also dangerously charming.<br/>Twice now, he’s lured Director Beth in for a sweet puppy kiss… only to get so excited he pops his massive puppy head upward and sent stars circling her brain. You’d think once would be enough—but no. He is beguiling. And very much a big puppy.<br/><br/>We think he’ll grow more out than up—less height, more thickness. Picture Otto Schwarzenegger, but make it scruffy and slightly feral.<br/><br/>⚡ Personality:<br/>• 1,000-watt charisma<br/>• Rambunctious, playful, joyful chaos<br/>• Fast. Like, surprisingly fast<br/>• Loves toys<br/>• Plays well with other dogs<br/>• Cats unknown<br/><br/>He’s likely too much dog for small kids (enthusiasm is his love language), and while he’s great with pups in rescue, he’d probably thrive best with a fun, friendly dog in the 20–40 lb range who enjoys playtime as much as he does.<br/><br/>Not built to be a running buddy—but very built to be your laugh-every-day buddy.<br/><br/>🐾 Who He’s For:<br/>Someone who wants a big, hilarious puppy, is committed to training, understands puppy energy doesn’t come with an off switch, and is ready for a dog who will absolutely steal the spotlight everywhere he goes.<br/><br/>🧬 Breed Guess?<br/>We gave up.<br/>We just submitted a DNA test… because science deserves a challenge. Results coming soon 👀<br/><br/>If you want a once-in-27-years kind of dog, this might be your unicorn.<br/>Share Rocky. Share the mystery. Help this unforgettable boy find his people. 🦄💙<br/><br/>Knoxville TN<br/><br/>All things adoption, answers to your questions, application at www.recycledbestfriends.org<br/><br/>Neutered, UTD to age, Hw negative, ready…

🦄 UNIDENTIFIED CANINE OBJECT (UCO) SEEKING HOME 🦄
27 years in rescue and well… we’ve got NOTHING.

Friends, adopters, dog detectives—this is a first.
Share your guesses?

Meet Rocky (also kicking around Otter and may someday become Otto, because honestly… he contains multitudes). In nearly three decades of rescue, we have never been this delightfully confused.

✨ Stats & Suspicions:
• ~9 months old
• ~45 lbs
• Species: Scruffy Spark Plug / Fire Plug / Tiny Tank Hybrid
• Build: Short. Long. Thick. All puppy.
• Shoulders and thighs like a Thanksgiving turkey on steroids 🍗💪

Rocky has an old-world, wise-but-mischievous face, complete with a Scrooge-era beard, soulful light brown eyes, and a stunning gray/black scruffy coat. He looks like he knows secrets. He probably does.

He is also dangerously charming.
Twice now, he’s lured Director Beth in for a sweet puppy kiss… only to get so excited he pops his massive puppy head upward and sent stars circli

🦄 UNIDENTIFIED CANINE OBJECT (UCO) SEEKING HOME 🦄
27 years in rescue and well… we’ve got NOTHING.

Friends, adopters, dog detectives—this is a first.
Share your guesses?

Meet Rocky (also kicking around Otter and may someday become Otto, because honestly… he contains multitudes). In nearly three decades of rescue, we have never been this delightfully confused.

✨ Stats & Suspicions:
• ~9 months old
• ~45 lbs
• Species: Scruffy Spark Plug / Fire Plug / Tiny Tank Hybrid
• Build: Short. Long. Thick. All puppy.
• Shoulders and thighs like a Thanksgiving turkey on steroids 🍗💪

Rocky has an old-world, wise-but-mischievous face, complete with a Scrooge-era beard, soulful light brown eyes, and a stunning gray/black scruffy coat. He looks like he knows secrets. He probably does.

He is also dangerously charming.
Twice now, he’s lured Director Beth in for a sweet puppy kiss… only to get so excited he pops his massive puppy head upward and sent stars circling her brain. You’d think once would be enough—but no. He is beguiling. And very much a big puppy.

We think he’ll grow more out than up—less height, more thickness. Picture Otto Schwarzenegger, but make it scruffy and slightly feral.

⚡ Personality:
• 1,000-watt charisma
• Rambunctious, playful, joyful chaos
• Fast. Like, surprisingly fast
• Loves toys
• Plays

How To Adopt

Rocky was listed as ADOPTABLE by Recycled Best Friends
How can I adopt Rocky?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Recycled Best Friends. 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 Rocky 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 Recycled Best Friends for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rocky?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Recycled Best Friends will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rocky, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Recycled Best Friends, and they'll be happy to help!
Recycled Best Friends's Adoption Policy
We have a standard foster/adoption application that requires answering questions, vet reference and 2 personal references. After we receive the application, an application checker reviews the application and calls the vet and personal references. The director then reviews the application checkers feedback and calls the applicant. The director then determined whether to approve the application or not and the best dog for the applicant. We require the applicant come to a meet and greet with all family members (including dogs).

Rocky is from Recycled Best Friends

[Knoxville, TN]

Our Mission
We are a small foster based rescue group that works with rural shelters and owner surrenders within a 2 hour distance of Knoxville TN. We primarily work with moms and pups, pregnant moms, orphans, smaller breeds, special needs, beagle mixes and more. We have been helping animals for over 8 years and our Founder has been act...
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