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Rufus

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Mixed Breed
  • Pit Bull Terrier

About Rufus

Columbia, MO

Breed

Mixed Breed&Pit Bull TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Black, Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

Personality
Cat Score one Needs to live in a home without cats small animals, Dog Score three Has mostly positive interactions with dogs in the shelter or at home, Child Score two Could potentially live with older children

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

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Rufus's Story

Rufus is a high energy dog who is looking for a new home where he can get lots of play time and exercise! He gets along great with his foster brothers and loves to wrestle, play tug and do zoomies in the yard with his buddies. He could definitely live as an only dog, but would love a home with another active dog who could help burn off some of his energy! Rufus has had successful interactions with older children, but his energy level and love of face kisses might be overwhelming for little ones or kids who aren't comfortable with big, goofy dogs.<br/><br/>Roofie is a smart boy who knows all of the basic commands. He has a bit of anxiety and is working hard to learn things like calmly leaving his crate after being left alone and not jumping on people. He gets better and better every day and would benefit from continued training in his new home to help him with the adjustment. His active mind and athletic ability would make him an awesome candidate for activities like agility training. <br/><br/>This handsome doofus is such a sweetie and loves attention. He's a big boy, but he wants to be a lap dog, and he spends every night curled up in bed as close as he can to his foster mom<br/><br/>Rufus has been diagnosed with a congenital defect called pulmonic stenosis (PS). PS is a condition in which the pulmonic valve is abnormally formed and creating an obstruction of blood flow from the right heart to the lungs. This then causes the right heart to have to work harder to push blood to the lungs, which in turn causes enlargement and thickening of the right heart. Fortunately, Rufus has had a successful surgery for this condition. It is recommended he have yearly follow up visits to monitor his heart.

Rufus is a high energy dog who is looking for a new home where he can get lots of play time and exercise! He gets along great with his foster brothers and loves to wrestle, play tug and do zoomies in the yard with his buddies. He could definitely live as an only dog, but would love a home with another active dog who could help burn off some of his energy! Rufus has had successful interactions with older children, but his energy level and love of face kisses might be overwhelming for little ones or kids who aren't comfortable with big, goofy dogs.

Roofie is a smart boy who knows all of the basic commands. He has a bit of anxiety and is working hard to learn things like calmly leaving his crate after being left alone and not jumping on people. He gets better and better every day and would benefit from continued training in his new home to help him with the adjustment. His active mind and athletic ability would make him an awesome candidate for activities like agility training.

This handsome doofus is such a

Rufus is a high energy dog who is looking for a new home where he can get lots of play time and exercise! He gets along great with his foster brothers and loves to wrestle, play tug and do zoomies in the yard with his buddies. He could definitely live as an only dog, but would love a home with another active dog who could help burn off some of his energy! Rufus has had successful interactions with older children, but his energy level and love of face kisses might be overwhelming for little ones or kids who aren't comfortable with big, goofy dogs.

Roofie is a smart boy who knows all of the basic commands. He has a bit of anxiety and is working hard to learn things like calmly leaving his crate after being left alone and not jumping on people. He gets better and better every day and would benefit from continued training in his new home to help him with the adjustment. His active mind and athletic ability would make him an awesome candidate for activities like agility training.

This handsome doofus is such a sweetie and loves attention. He's a big boy, but he wants to be a lap dog, and he spends every night curled up in bed as close as he can to his foster mom

Rufus has been diagnosed with a congenital defect called pulmonic stenosis (PS). PS is a condition in which the pulmonic valve is abnormally formed and creating an obstruction of blood flow from the right heart to the lungs. This then c

How To Adopt

Rufus was listed as Adoptable by Central Missouri Humane Society
How can I adopt Rufus?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Central Missouri Humane Society. 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 Rufus 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 Central Missouri Humane Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rufus?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Central Missouri Humane Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rufus, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Central Missouri Humane Society, and they'll be happy to help!
Central Missouri Humane Society's Adoption Policy
CMHS is devoted to putting pets with people. Please keep in mind that our goal is to create forever matches with members of our community; owning an animal is a lifelong commitment! THE ADOPTION PROCESS: 1.  View our animals on our website. 2.  Fill out an adoption survey on our website. 3.  Meet the animal either at the shelter or offsite with a foster parent.

Rufus is from Central Missouri Humane Society

[Columbia, MO]

Our Mission
In continuous operation since 1943, the Central Missouri Humane Society promotes the well-being of companion animals – pets that enrich the lives of the people who love them.
Today's hours: 12-6
Location
616 Big Bear Blvd. Columbia, MO, 65202

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