From Struggle to Strength—Meet Tad Arthur, the Resilient Hound Mix Ready for His Forever Home

Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pending Adoption? no
- Pet's Location: princeton MN, 55371
- Pet's Age: 8 Months
- Pet's Size: large
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Color: black
- Pet's Breed: Bluetick Coonhound / Hound / Mixed (short coat)
- Pet's Activity Level: Highly Active
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: ruff start rescue
- Address: PO Box 129, Princeton, MN 55371
- Site: http://www.ruffstartrescue.org
Tad Arthur is a distinguished hound mix with a story of resilience. Once found alone—emaciated and battling mange—this gentleman has come such a long way since rescue. With healing, patience, and love, he’s blossomed into a sweet and grateful pup. While he’s still learning that love and safety are permanent, he’s making strides every day.
Why He’s the Ultimate Comeback Kid
🐾 Healthy and thriving—his mange is treated, coat has grown back beautifully, and he’s gaining weight with good meals
🚶 Doing great on leash walks (with some continued guidance for reactivity)
🐶 Potty and crate trained—house manners included!
🦴 Enjoys playtime with foster siblings and wrestling with other pups
🎥 Has an inspiring rescue journey you can follow through his progress videos
💤 Loves cozy comforts—especially pajamas!
What He’s Looking For
✔️ An adult-only home with patient, loving humans who’ll help him continue to build confidence
✔️ A family who understands resource guarding and can manage high-value items safely
✔️ Either a home as the only dog or one with a calm, non-reactive canine companion
✔️ A fenced yard where he can safely stretch his legs and enjoy the outdoors
✔️ A household without shared walls—he has that classic hound voice!
Tad Arthur has endured hardship and come out stronger, sweeter, and ready for the life he always deserved. He’s looking for someone who sees not just his resilience, but the loyal and loving companion he’s becoming. Could you be the one to give him the safe, happy forever home he’s been waiting for? Submit an adoption application today—Tad Arthur can’t wait to meet you!










