Meet Riker, the delightful 12-pound neutered male who knows how to steal hearts! At just eight months old, he’s on a journey from a cramped crate to a cozy home, and oh, is he thriving! 🎉 With his charming medium coat, Riker will require some regular brushing to look his fluffy best, but it's totally worth it! His feet got a little pampering with a trim, but no haircuts are necessary for this little man. Now let’s talk personality! Riker is a lovebug who’s friendly and affectionate—once he warms up to you, get ready for cuddles galore! 🤗 However, he may need a moment to adjust to new faces, so patience is key. In his former life, he lived in a crate, but in his foster home, he’s really blossoming and gaining that all-important confidence. He has a zest for toys and enjoys the company of other dogs—his spirit just shines when he’s playing! 🐾 Riker even spent a night with a cat and handled it like a champ, though his foster home doesn’t have any cats to share the spotlight with him right now. When it comes to little ones, he gets a bit nervous around small kids, so it's best if anyone in his new home is aged 12 or older. Riker is being crate trained and is making great strides toward being fully housebroken, so continuing that training is highly recommended. Oh, and did we mention he’s a wonderful walking companion? He walks beautifully on a leash and is ready to trot along with you! 🏃‍♂️ If you’re up for the commitment of giving this affectionate boy the training he needs to shine in his forever home, then Riker is your guy! Don’t wait too long; he’s ready to find his new family now! Embrace the joy of adopting Riker by applying through the Buddy App today! 💖