Meet Rio! This sweet girl is a Shepherd mix with a touch of Whippet, estimated to be born around May 1, 2025, and weighing about 30 pounds. She's growing into a lean, athletic build and is expected to be a medium-sized dog as an adult. Rio was rescued from an abandoned home in Texas and has shown incredible resilience, friendliness, and a gentle spirit, making her a wonderful potential companion. She's a quick learner, already doing wonderfully with house and crate training, and even working on ringing a bell to signal when she needs to go outside! Rio is great with other dogs and would enjoy a canine sibling, but it's not a requirement. She's been gentle and friendly with children and is learning her leash manners. While Rio can be a bit reserved initially, she's blossoming into an affectionate and loyal pup. Her fosters describe her as super smart, eager to please, and full of potential, ready to thrive with a family committed to her continued growth and learning. Rio would be a fantastic companion for an active person or family seeking a bright, loving dog for life's adventures.
Ideal Home
Rio would be a wonderful companion for an active person or family. Homes with children 10 years and older are recommended to ensure the best fit for both Rio and the family.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.
Training & Support
Rio is house-trained, crate-trained, and is learning to use a bell to indicate she needs to go outside. She is also working on her leash manners. Her fosters describe her as a quick learner who is eager to please, suggesting she will thrive with continued positive reinforcement and engagement.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Once your application is received, it will be reviewed, and you will be contacted to schedule an interview with a volunteer.
- For additional questions, please email SaintMuttsInquiries@gmail.com.
Transporation
Rio is currently being fostered in Massachusetts and transportation to her forever home can be coordinated by the rescue.
