Ryder

My story

This 1-year-old pup loves water. He will put his entire face underwater in the kiddy pool just for the heck of it. Other than biting the water coming out of the hose and getting his feet wet anytime the pool is being filled, he takes his time to watch, observe, and then decide on his next move. Ryder is exceptionally intelligent and quick to pick up new skills—he mastered touch and place by observing his housemate (who has his Good Citizen Certification), following commands. He often follows the directions faster than the one who has had formal training. He was always a step ahead of his siblings when it came to learning. He is also a very good alert dog with excellent hearing. He has a deep bark but only barks when necessary. Ryder is fully housebroken, crate trained, and uses the doggy door like a pro. When it comes to walking, Ryder is a dream. He’s well-behaved on a gentle leader head collar leash and is generally calm for a puppy his age. He’s a sweet snuggler who loves to be close to his person, always wanting to stay by your side. Ryder has a knack for learning from his surroundings. He watches the older dogs and picks up on what gets them corrected—then chooses a different, more favorable way to behave. He’s treat-motivated and shows off his impressive leaping skills when he’s excited—he can leap straight up and look over the top of a 6' fence when the mood strikes him but he has never tried to go over the fence. Ryder has been well-socialized and has done great meeting other dogs, cats, and even children. He’s a well-rounded, agile, and loving pup who’s looking for his forever family. His foster is very attached to him so wants him to be with a family that will cultivate his intelligence and continue with his training. Could that be with you? https://photos.app.goo.gl/3r8fU6bsrELR24WW9

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Ryder, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.