You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.
Stephen, affectionately called "Fat Stephen" by his Texas foster, is a bundle of fun with a big personality. This playful pup loves nothing more than to have his tummy rubbed and to romp around with his sister, Simone. Stephen is curious, loves the outdoors, and is currently in his chewing phase, so he's always on the lookout for something to gnaw on-especially toys. This phase is typical for puppies his age and with consistent training he is working through it!
Every morning, Stephen runs straight to wake up Penny, the family's 19-year-old mostly blind rat terrier, hoping to play. While Penny doesn't always appreciate his enthusiasm, Stephen is persistent and just wants to be everyone's friend. He and Simone are currently best friends, constantly playing and keeping each other entertained, so a home with another dog would be ideal for Stephen, though he would adjust well to a loving, active household even without a furry sibling.
When it's time to come inside from playing, Stephen isn't in any rush-he loves to roll around in the yard and sometimes needs to be picked up to come in. He's got a habit of falling asleep in all kinds of silly positions, often on his back with all four legs in the air. Despite his energy, he enjoys being held for a bit, though he can't sit still for too long before he's eager to get back to playing.
Stephen is not food aggressive, and while he might bark if Simone has a toy or treat he wants, he's generally not a big barker. His foster describes him as full of love and ready to find a home that gives him plenty of attention, a place to play, and lots of tummy rubs. Stephen would thrive in a home with a yard where he can explore and roll around to his heart's content!
Stephen is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 9/21/2024 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame.
Since they haven't arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start's Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program.
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to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start's veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments.
If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an
adoption application.
An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract.
To learn more about Ruff Start's adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our
How to Adopt page.
*Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.*
If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can
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to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
Breed: Parson Russell Terrier