5-Month-Old “Love-Singing” Puppy Binky Barnes Is Already 41 Pounds of Pure Joy—But He Still Needs His Forever Family

Here's What You Need To Know:

• Adopted Date: 04/25/2026
• Pet's Location: oakland CA, 94601
• Pet's Size: medium
• Pet's Gender: male
• Pet's Color: black
• Pet's Breed: Unknown breed
• Pet good with dogs? yes
• Pet good with cats? no
• Pet good with kids? yes

Binky Barnes is the kind of puppy who doesn’t just enter a room quietly—he fills it. At just 5 months old and already 41 pounds, this big-hearted youngster is equal parts goofy, affectionate, and endlessly people-oriented. Whether he’s tumbling around with dog friends or leaning in for attention from his humans, Binky’s whole world revolves around connection and fun.

He’s still very much a growing puppy, but one thing is already crystal clear: Binky loves being part of everything you do.

Why Binky Barnes Steals the Show

🐾 Social, friendly, and absolutely people-loving
🐶 Plays enthusiastically with other dogs
🎶 Known for his adorable “singing”—yes, he vocalizes his feelings
💛 Prefers being close to his humans over being alone
🧠 Smart puppy who’s already learning potty training routines
🏡 Calms down nicely and enjoys quietly hanging nearby while you work

The Basics

🐾 Age: 5 months
⚖️ Weight: 41 lbs (and still growing)
🧸 Breed: Large-breed mix (exact mix unknown)
🏡 Training: In progress (potty training going well when taken out consistently)
🚫 Crates/pens: Not his favorite right now—he prefers being near his people
🐕 Dog-friendly: Yes, loves playtime with other dogs

What Binky Needs in His Forever Home

✔️ A family ready for the commitment of a large-breed puppy
✔️ Daily exercise and mental enrichment (he’s energetic and curious)
✔️ Consistent training, structure, and gentle guidance
✔️ A home where he’s included in daily life—not left alone for long periods
✔️ Plenty of love (non-negotiable in his book)

Binky isn’t destructive—he’s just curious about everything. He wants to understand the world, be involved in it, and most of all, be with his people. He’ll thrive with someone who can match his energy while also teaching him how to grow into his best self.

Foster Life & Updates

Follow Binky’s journey in foster with Instagram via @augieandfriends_, where you can see his daily antics, growth, and very vocal love songs.

Adoption Details

📩 Click through to apply and submit your adoption questionnaire via the rescue’s adoption link (shared on the foster page/Instagram bio)

Binky Barnes is still learning the basics, but his heart is already fully formed—big, affectionate, and ready to belong to someone. If you’re looking for a goofy, loving, high-energy companion to grow up beside you, Binky might just be your boy.

Rocky Kanaka