Rooster

My story

Ah yes, meet Rooster—a name that screams "early riser," but thankfully, he doesn't actually crow at dawn. What he does do is bounce through life like he’s the star of his own feel-good movie montage. He’s got that “main character energy” and not a single ounce of emotional baggage—just joy, zoomies, and an unwavering belief that every human he meets is his new best friend. Rooster is your classic happy-go-lucky guy: equal parts adventurer, cuddle consultant, and life-of-the-party. He’s basically the golden retriever of personalities. He plays well with others, adores people, and is pretty much the dog version of that friend who somehow makes hiking at 7am sound fun. Basically, if your household is missing a ray of sunshine with four legs and a permanent tail wag, Rooster is ready to fill that void—and maybe your bed too. Rooster is a 5-month-old, 30-pound Aussie mix… allegedly. But let’s be real—one look at those markings and you’ll start questioning if someone’s Bernese Mountain Dog had a wild weekend and forgot to tell anyone. He’s basically the canine version of a mystery package: part Aussie, part something-fluffy-and-fancy, all adorable. As for how he ended up in the shelter? Honestly, we’d love to tell you—but your guess is as good as ours. All we know is someone seriously dropped the ball, and we’re over here picking up the pieces of their poor life choices—again. But now we have another member to our fluffy butt family, and you my friend...may have just hit the doggie jackpot! Rooster is absolutely the life of the party. He’ll play with anyone, anywhere, anytime. No invitation needed. He shows up like the golden retriever of frat bros: enthusiastic, affectionate, and completely unaware of personal boundaries. As for cats? He’s pretty fascinated by the mysterious little purrinators. Not in a “enemy” kind of way—more of a “what kind of dog are you and why do you make that weird motor sound when I sniff you?” curiosity. Kids? We’re not totally sure how Rooster feels about the pint-sized humans yet. He hasn't officially been tested with toddlers, but if they come bearing snacks or the promise of play, he’ll probably be all in. Until then, we’ll call it a “TBD, but optimistic.” And when it comes to meeting new people? Oh please. Rooster doesn’t just meet people—he greets them like they’re long-lost college roommates showing up with beer and snacks. Every human is a potential bestie, and he’s not subtle about it. Prepare to be loved. Possibly licked. Definitely leaned on. Rooster’s energy level falls somewhere between a caffeinated squirrel on spring break and a Labrador who just heard the word “walk.” He’s not full-blown Tasmanian devil, but let’s just say you won’t be mistaking him for a sloth either. He is, without question, an adventure-seeker. Rooster isn’t the type to sit quietly and reflect on the meaning of life—unless that meaning involves car rides, trail walks, surprise puppuccinos, or literally anything that doesn’t involve staying still. If you’re the “let’s go out and touch grass” type, he’s already at the door with his metaphorical backpack packed. Temperament-wise? Oh, he’s your classic happy-go-lucky optimist. Rooster approaches life with the same unshakable enthusiasm as someone who just got told they’re going to Disneyland, every single day. He’s cheerful, confident, and convinced that every living thing is secretly dying to play with him. His hobbies? Making new friends like it’s his side hustle. He’s a total social butterfly who plays with everyone—dogs, people, shadows, maybe even your vacuum if you give him a minute. He’s less “fetch enthusiast” and more “why did you throw my toy, peasant?” but he’ll still run after it just to make you feel involved. Housing-wise? Whether you’ve got a backyard or just some good walking shoes, Rooster’s good to go as long as he gets his daily dose of adventure. No fence? No problem—as long as you’re committed to walks, play, and not letting him become the neighborhood’s unofficial mailman greeter. He’s young, he’s fun, he’s got big golden retriever energy trapped in a 30lb Aussie mix body… and he’s fully convinced your life would be better with him in it. Spoiler alert: he’s not wrong. Rooster is potty trained—yay! But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. He’s still a puppy, which means accidents could happen if you get distracted or sleep in too long. Rooster is currently enrolled in "Crate Life 101," and let’s just say he’s not exactly an honors student—yet. But! We’ve learned that bribery (in the form of a peanut butter Kong) is a powerful tool, and Rooster is slowly realizing that the crate isn’t a portal to the underworld—it’s just a place to nap... eventually... after he’s done loudly airing his grievances. Rooster isn’t currently interested in chewing up your stuff—but let’s not give him too much credit just yet. He is still a puppy, which means the potential is absolutely there, lurking beneath that adorable exterior like a toddler eyeing a Sharpie and a freshly painted wall. Rooster’s barking style falls somewhere between “occasional commentary” and “peer pressure participant.” He’s not out there running a 24/7 neighborhood news channel, but if the other dogs start sounding the alarm over a suspicious-looking leaf or a very threatening Amazon delivery, he’ll chime in—mostly so no one forgets he’s part of the group chat. If you're ready to adopt the goodest boy who believes every day is an adventure waiting to happen, don't wait—fill out an adoption app at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app so we can pass it along to his foster fam! He’s currently living his best puppy life in Hutchinson, KS, and yes, you’ll need to come scoop him up there… but trust us, he’s worth the road trip.

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