Ruff Start Rescue

Princeton, MN,55371
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Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: (763) 355-3981

Website: www.ruffstartrescue.org

Phineas *Arriving 5/30*

Shih Tzu | Minneapolis, MN

Age : 1 Year 6 MonthsYoungMaleYorkshire Terrier Yorkie

About

Characteristics

affectionate cratetrained fetches doesWellInCar goofy playful playsToys swims

Activity Level

Highly Active

Energy Level

High

House Trained

Yes

Good in Home With

Others DogsChildren

Adoption Fees

450

Meet Phineas *Arriving 5/30*

Meet Phineas, a goofy, playful young fella who is ready to bring summertime joy to your home! Phineas is a sweet, affectionate boy with a love for life. He’s got a playful spirit and is always up for a game of fetch, especially if it involves water—he’s a fan of splashing around and having fun! Phineas loves toys, food, and treats (did we mention he’s a hungry boy?), so he’ll always be your best friend when you’ve got snacks in hand. This little guy is almost completely potty trained and does great in his crate—though he’ll bark a bit to let you know he’s ready to join the action again. Phineas is a social butterfly who loves playing with other dogs and enjoys the company of people, especially if they’re up for some fun! He’s affectionate, always looking for cuddles and attention when playtime is over. Phineas is eager to please and would thrive in an active household, especially one with kids who can keep up with his energy. He’s still a young dog, so he’ll need some training, but with his love of food and treats, he’s sure to learn quickly! If you're looking for a goofy, affectionate puppy who will bring fun and laughter into your life, Phineas could be your perfect match! Phineas is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 05/30/2025 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 8:30 am 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 the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. 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.  

Contact
Ruff Start Rescue
(763) 355-3981
[email protected]
www.ruffstartrescue.org

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