Barney Beefcake Bliss

Squishy, splooty, and spectacularly unbothered... this is Barney. A low-riding, soft-hearted gentleman with a built-in off switch and a very serious commitment to comfort. He's the kind of dog who treats life like a cozy Sunday afternoon... all day, every day.

Barney is estimated to be around 4 years old and weighs about 60 lbs. He looks like a bulldog/staffie mix with that perfectly smooshy, huggable build, but as always, rescue rules apply... breed and birthday are our best guess. What we do know for sure is that Barney has mastered the art of being chill. His foster describes him as easygoing, affectionate, and wonderfully low-key. He lives with multiple dogs of all sizes and ages and gets along beautifully with everyone, happily coexisting and minding his own business like the unbothered king he is.

Barney doesn't need the spotlight. He's more of a "I'll be right here if you need me" kind of companion. He's confident and loving with people, happy to accept affection (especially if it comes in the form of a good booty scratch... fair warning, that may cause a full system reboot). He greets the world with a calm curiosity, takes everything in stride, and if something isn't his vibe, he simply turns away and carries on. It's a quiet kind of confidence that makes him incredibly easy to have around.

Ideal Home

Barney would thrive in a home that appreciates a slower pace and doesn't expect playful, high-energy antics. He prefers calm companions who respect his space and aren't looking for a wrestling partner. Barney is not a cat guy, so a cat-free home will be needed. He would do best in a home without lots of stairs due to his sturdy build and low-to-the-ground frame.

Ongoing Health

No specific health concerns are mentioned.

Training & Support

Barney is perfectly house-trained. While crates aren't his favorite and he will protest with a small "woo-woo," his foster has found that giving him freedom and comfort works beautifully for him.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1200 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship).
• Adopters receive extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers, discounts on Embark DNA test kits, 30-day pet insurance trial with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, discounts on in-person dog training through Rover Training, discounts on Fetch fresh dog meatballs subscription, coupons for Petco, discounts on Dr. Cuddles products, discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer, and access to an exclusive FB Adopters page.

Transporation

Barney is located in Texas. Wags facilitates adoptions nationwide using their rescue run USDA certified transport system. Transport includes drop off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.