Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Snickers is the kind of dog who quietly steals your heart before you even realize it’s happened. He’s a sweet, gentle little guy who may be a bit unsure at first, but he warms up within a few minutes and then happily settles in with his people. Snickers is so quiet and well-mannered that you may forget he’s even there — until he curls up next to you, preferably under a cozy blanket, ready for cuddles. He truly loves being close and enjoys lap time, affection, and calm companionship. Snickers does well with adult men and women, children over 10, and small dogs. He has a moderate energy level and a lovely balance of playfulness and relaxation. He enjoys toys, rides well in the car, and is both leash trained and crate trained. He’s eager to please, intelligent, gentle, and affectionate, with a shy, tender side that makes him especially endearing. When he’s happy to see you, Snickers doesn’t just wag his tail — he wags his whole body. It’s impossible not to smile when he does. He likes being outside, but he much prefers being indoors with his people where he feels safest and most content. Snickers came from a shelter in rough condition, with matted fur and skin issues that required grooming and care. Despite that difficult start, he has shown nothing but sweetness and resilience. There are no major challenges noted — he simply thrives with attention, toys, and a soft blanket to snuggle into. He may bark briefly in his kennel if other dogs around him are barking, but he settles when redirected. Snickers would do best in a home where he can spend plenty of time indoors with his people, soaking up love and affection. If you’re looking for a quiet, cuddly companion with a gentle soul and a heart full of love, Snickers may be the perfect match for you! Snickers is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 01/24/2026 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 8:30am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about this program. This pet is currently undergoing treatment for heartworm disease and is available through our Foster-to-Adopt (FTA) program. Activity must be restricted for several weeks during recovery. RSR will cover the full cost of treatment. RSR will provide heartworm preventatives until the retest is due. The adopter will be responsible for scheduling the retest and obtaining any follow-up prescriptions through their veterinarian. Click Here to learn more about heartworm disease. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 10, 2026, 7:30 pm
