In the summer of 2025, a heartwarming saga began when a compassionate woman arrived at the door, cradling a tiny pup named Rookie. This brave little guy was spotted darting through a busy street, and, oh darling, she couldn't bear the thought of him getting hurt! They scanned for a microchip—none found—but they knew in their hearts they had to rescue this ball of cuteness. 🌟 After an exhaustive search for his owner, combing through local missing pet pages, it became evident that no one was racing to find this precious soul. They suspected he might have belonged to someone who could no longer care for him, turned out by a “caretaker.” How could anyone turn away such a lovable creature? Rookie had quickly won over the hearts of the volunteers, and they treated him like the royalty he is, giving him the run of the shelter and all the affection they could offer. ❤️ Through the kindness of a dedicated volunteer, Rookie even spent Christmas in a foster home, with hopes that he could find a forever family. But, it turned out, his comfort level with other pets at the shelter didn't translate to home life. He became quite the little protector, showing a possessive side towards the foster's cats, to the point that they were too intimidated to show their faces downstairs! But fear not, this little gentleman never harmed anyone; his growls and posturing were just his way of expressing boundaries. 😼 Now, here’s the scoop on Rookie: he might just be the most loyal companion you'll ever meet! He adores forming a tight bond, especially if you happen to be a lovely female. This delightful little pup is a one-pet kinda guy, meaning he’ll thrive best as the sole ruler of your heart (and home). While he was friendly with a small breed dog at the shelter, his compatibility with another dog in a home setting remains a mystery. Can you imagine the one-and-only Rookie as your cuddle buddy? 🥰 Rookie is neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and microchipped, ready to bring joy to a new family. Remember, to adopt this charming fellow, you must be 21 or older, and the shelter maintains a policy of adopting within a 50-mile radius to ensure support if needed. So why not take a step closer to love? Apply to adopt Rookie through the Buddy App today! 🐾