Squishy, splooty, and spectacularly unbothered, Barney is a low-riding, soft-hearted gentleman with a built-in off switch and a 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). 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.
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. He 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 conditions are mentioned in the description.
Training & Support
Barney is perfectly house-trained. Crates aren't his favorite either, he will oblige with a tiny woo-woo protest but his foster has found that giving him freedom and comfort works beautifully for him.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transportation
Barney is located in Texas. Wags facilitates adoptions nationwide using their rescue run USDA certified transport system. This includes drop-off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada. Canadian adopters can pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT. A $87 surcharge applies for transportation. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
