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. Let's talk about his hobbies, because Barney is a specialist. His top skills include: professional-level lounging, slow wandering, and executing a 10/10 sploot with textbook form. He's not here for chaos or cardio. In fact, once he's decided he's done walking, he's done. Think less "let's go for a hike" and more "let's sit together and watch the clouds do their thing." He would thrive in a home that appreciates a slower pace and doesn't expect playful, high-energy antics.

Ideal Home

Barney would thrive in a home that appreciates a slower pace and doesn't expect playful, high-energy antics. 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

None listed.

Training & Support

Barney is perfectly house-trained and trustworthy. 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.
• 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) is included in the adoption fee.
• Adopters receive behavioral testing and information from trainers, discounts on Embark DNA tests, 30-day pet insurance with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, access to trainers through Rover Training, discounts on Fetch fresh dog meatballs, coupons for Petco, and discounts on pet first aid and hygiene solutions.
• The adoption fee is $1200, with an additional $87 surcharge for transportation.

Transporation

Barney is located in Texas. We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our 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). Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.