Meet Ridge, a delightful 1-year-old mini Aussie weighing in at a whopping 20 pounds of pure joy! 🌈 This energetic little soul is ready to leap into your heart and home. He’s currently thriving in a loving foster home with two small kids and other playful pups. Can you believe he loves this whole "living inside" thing? Absolutely! Having a fenced yard for his zoomies, a playful dog buddy, and some little humans to cuddle would be his dream come true! 🏡❤️ Now, let’s get a little real here—Ridge still has some puppy energy and might need a bit of work on his manners (but who doesn’t, am I right? 😄). His foster mom says he’s like a whole new world after mostly caring for pit bulls. Watching Ridge both herd his canine sister and engage in games of tug-o-war, chase, and “bitey face” is downright hilarious! 😂 A forever home where he can romp around with another playful dog and have his daily walks would be perfection. Ridge is also quite the well-mannered pooch! He’s crate trained, potty trained, and surprisingly great for nail trims. Plus, he’s a superstar in the car, eager to jump right in and join the adventure! 🌟 He’s met cats outside and did just fine, but as with any new situations, only time will tell how he feels about living indoors with them. Now let’s chat about Ridge’s past: it hasn’t been all sunshine and rainbows. He and his sister were left behind in a rural area before being rescued by an amazing team. Unfortunately, Ridge had a previous leg injury that healed crooked, but you won’t hear him complaining! Not one bit! He’s currently battling a condition called discospondylitis, which is an infection in his spine. But fear not! His fabulous foster mom has him on the mend, and he’ll need some medication twice a day along with regular vet check-ups. The rescuers at Needy Paws are covering his treatment until he’s back to 100%, and Ridge just needs a loving human to help him with that care. 💊🙌 With a personality as silly and charming as Ridge's, this pup is excitedly waiting to meet his forever family! Does that sound like you? If you have questions or want to chat more about this handsome boy’s personality and needs, Ridge’s caring foster mom is just a message away! Ready to open your heart to Ridge? Don’t wait! Apply through the Buddy App to bring this bundle of joy into your life today! 🐾💖