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Rufus

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Small
  • Mixed Breed

About Rufus

Erie, PA

Breed

Mixed Breed

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Personality
Good with Cats, Good with Dogs

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Rufus’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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Rufus's Story

Hey hey, I'm Rufus, and I've been told I'm the fun one of the family, but don't tell my sister Remmie I said that. I'm a 3 month old mixed breed pup, about 20 pounds of pure wiggles, curiosity, and charm. I started my journey as a stray, but I'm ready to trade that in for a couch, some toys, and a human to call my own.<br/><br/>Let me paint you a picture of life with me. Mornings start with tail wags, maybe a little happy dance, and definitely some puppy kisses. I'm the kind of guy who greets the world with excitement. New friends, no problem. Dogs, cats, people, I like everyone. Life is just too short not to be friendly.<br/><br/>Now I'll be real with you, I'm still a baby. That means I'm learning everything as I go. House training, leash walking, figuring out why everyone says no when I grab a shoe, it's all part of my education. I'll need someone patient who understands that puppies don't come pre programmed. I might make a mess here and there, I might get a little too excited, but I promise I'm worth it.<br/><br/>Because here's the thing. You don't just get a puppy, you get the whole journey. You get to watch me grow, teach me right from wrong, and see my personality blossom more every day. And me, well, I get you. My person. My best friend. The one I'll follow from room to room just because I like being near you.<br/><br/>If you're ready for laughter, a little bit of chaos, and a whole lot of love, I'm your guy. Let's grow up together.<br/><br/>Rufus's adoption fee is $350. You can learn more about Rufus and other dogs at Happy Bark by visiting www.happybark.org<br/><br/>PA Kennel License 17445

Hey hey, I'm Rufus, and I've been told I'm the fun one of the family, but don't tell my sister Remmie I said that. I'm a 3 month old mixed breed pup, about 20 pounds of pure wiggles, curiosity, and charm. I started my journey as a stray, but I'm ready to trade that in for a couch, some toys, and a human to call my own.

Let me paint you a picture of life with me. Mornings start with tail wags, maybe a little happy dance, and definitely some puppy kisses. I'm the kind of guy who greets the world with excitement. New friends, no problem. Dogs, cats, people, I like everyone. Life is just too short not to be friendly.

Now I'll be real with you, I'm still a baby. That means I'm learning everything as I go. House training, leash walking, figuring out why everyone says no when I grab a shoe, it's all part of my education. I'll need someone patient who understands that puppies don't come pre programmed. I might make a mess here and there, I might get a little too excited, but I promise I'm worth it.

Because

Hey hey, I'm Rufus, and I've been told I'm the fun one of the family, but don't tell my sister Remmie I said that. I'm a 3 month old mixed breed pup, about 20 pounds of pure wiggles, curiosity, and charm. I started my journey as a stray, but I'm ready to trade that in for a couch, some toys, and a human to call my own.

Let me paint you a picture of life with me. Mornings start with tail wags, maybe a little happy dance, and definitely some puppy kisses. I'm the kind of guy who greets the world with excitement. New friends, no problem. Dogs, cats, people, I like everyone. Life is just too short not to be friendly.

Now I'll be real with you, I'm still a baby. That means I'm learning everything as I go. House training, leash walking, figuring out why everyone says no when I grab a shoe, it's all part of my education. I'll need someone patient who understands that puppies don't come pre programmed. I might make a mess here and there, I might get a little too excited, but I promise I'm worth it.

Because here's the thing. You don't just get a puppy, you get the whole journey. You get to watch me grow, teach me right from wrong, and see my personality blossom more every day. And me, well, I get you. My person. My best friend. The one I'll follow from room to room just because I like being near you.

If you're ready for laughter, a little bit of chaos, and a whole lot of love, I'm your guy.

How To Adopt

Rufus was listed as Adoptable by Happy Bark
How can I adopt Rufus?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Happy Bark. 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 Happy Bark for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rufus?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Happy Bark 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 Happy Bark, and they'll be happy to help!

Rufus is from Happy Bark

[Erie, PA]

Our Mission
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