Russet

My story

Meet Russet! Russet, affectionately known as `Stinker`, is an Angel Fund pup who recently underwent heart surgery. His quality of life has greatly improved post-surgery and he is expected to have a normal life expectancy. He is a confident, sweet boy and his curiosity overshadows any caution. Russet is extremely affectionate. He is used to getting up on the couch and will want to lay on top of you as soon as you sit down. He is food motivated! While he already knows how to “sit”, “shake” and his “place” (his crate), he is a quick learner especially when treats are involved. Russet loves his outdoor time, going on walks and tug of war. He needs strong chew toys because he will destroy stuffies and weak rubber balls in an instant. Russet is used to being out of the crate most of the day as both foster parents work from home. He is crate trained and sleeps in it all night at his foster house. But remember that he is a cuddle-bug, and if you are open to sleeping with him he’ll stay close and keep you warm. He is an amazing copilot in the car, peacefully sitting/sleeping for a 12 hour car ride out of state to receive his life-changing heart surgery. Russet does well with children and other dogs. He is still a puppy so occasionally plays a little rough and needs to be redirected on appropriate chewies. Russet is overall easy to care for. If you give him lots of cuddles and plenty of playtime, he will settle into his forever home easily.

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