Rory

My story

Background: Rory and his littermates arrived in rescue with their mom, Beans, after their owner sought help finding them loving forever homes. Raised with care and affection from birth, Rory is a well-adjusted puppy who is ready to start his next adventure.  Personality: Don't let his small size fool you. Rory is the tiniest puppy in the litter, but he keeps right up with his bigger siblings. He loves toys, puppy wrestling, zooming around with his friends, and exploring everything around him. After all the excitement, he's happiest being scooped up for a cuddle session. Rory is playful, spirited, and incredibly sweet.  Health: Rory is approximately 7 weeks old and weighs just over 4 pounds. We anticipate he'll mature to around 20 pounds. He is healthy, thriving, and will begin his puppy vaccination schedule on 9/16.  Training: Rory may be the smallest puppy in the litter, but he still has all the same puppy lessons ahead of him. He's currently working on potty training and learning household routines in foster care. Adopters should be prepared for the realities of puppyhood, including accidents, chewing, teething, and lots of supervised learning opportunities. With positive reinforcement and consistent guidance, Rory is sure to blossom into an amazing companion.  Ideal Home: Rory would do well with an active family ready to help a smart, energetic puppy grow into an amazing companion. He's the perfect blend of playful explorer and dedicated lap puppy. Like any puppy, he will do best with a family that understands the time, training, supervision, and socialization required during the first year of life.  Adoption Requirements: We are currently accepting applications for foster-to-adopt! Terms of a foster-to-adopt agreement include taking them for their remaining shots and spay/neuter surgery at PAWS - The Modern Spay Neuter Clinic (Cave Creek & 101).  • Week of 10/5: distemper/parvo booster  • Week of 10/26: distemper/parvo booster, rabies, microchip, spay/neuter surgery  These appointments are fully covered by the rescue. Ownership transfers to the adopter immediately following the final appointment.  The adoption fee of $400 helps offset the cost of medical expenses. If you live in the Phoenix metro area, have a securely fenced yard, and are ready for all things puppy, please complete an adoption application*: https://helpadogsmile.org/adoption-application/  *Please note that the application is not a commitment to adopt–it is a tool used to help determine if a dog and applicant would make a good match. Applications are forwarded to the foster family for review and follow-up.  September 22, 2026, 8:09 pm

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