This gorgeous 2–3-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback/pit mix tips the scales at a perfect 65 lbs of lean, athletic muscle and velvet-soft ears. Rocket’s story started on the side of a busy Houston highway – hit by a car, in shock, baking in the Texas heat – yet even then he let strangers scoop him up and save his life. Weeks of vet care later, he’s 100% healed, heartworm-negative, and ready to pay that kindness forward with a lifetime of love. Rocket is the definition of “easy keeper.” He’s happy zooming around the yard chasing his ball (or the occasional squirrel – fair warning, the boy has prey drive and a bark collar keeps him polite), then trots right back inside to chill in his crate for hours like a perfect gentleman. House-trained? Yes. Crate-trained? Loves it. Walks beautifully on leash (heel, no pulling, e-collar trained if you want it, but he really doesn’t need it). He already knows sit, down, stay, come, and heel like a total pro – thank you, professional trainer who rescued him! With people, Rocket is pure joy. He lives for affection – the rougher the pats and scratches, the happier he is. He melts into you, leans hard, and soaks up every ounce of love you’ll give. He’s been gentle and patient around his foster family’s three young kids and has never once complained about the chaos of a busy house with little humans. Rocket is dog-friendly and would be thrilled with a canine sibling or as your one-and-only. He’s moderate energy: give him a good romp or a couple of nice walks and he’s content to Netflix-and-nap the rest of the day. His only real vice? He’s a champion chewer but he sticks to his toys – get him the toughest rubber toys you can find (because he laughs at “indestructible” ones). If you’re looking for a loyal, trained, resilient, ridiculously handsome dog who’s already been through the worst and come out smiling, Rocket is ready to launch straight into your heart. He’ll be neutered before heading home, and all he asks in return is a family who’ll love him as fiercely as he’ll love you. Could that be you? Fill out an application today – Rocket’s ready for takeoff! Name: Rocket Breed: Rhodesian ridgeback/Pit mix Age: 2-3 years old Training: house trained, crate trained, basic and advanced obedience with e-collar Socialization: good with other dogs and young kids (not tested with older kids or cats), loves pets and attention, loves chewing on his Kong Energy Level: medium, likes to play, run around, and go for walks but can also hang out in the crate for hours Adoption fee $350 Please use the link below to complete an online app: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FSR/Dog