Meet Ruxpin — The Shy Scruff Who Just Wants to Feel Safe and Loved
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Adopted Date: 12/20/2025
- Pet's Location: oakland CA, 94601
- Pet's Size: small
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat)
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: oakland animal services
- Address: 1101 29th Avenue, Oakland, ca 94601
- Site: http://oaklandanimalservices.org/
Ruxpin is a sweet, scruffy little guy who’s still figuring out the busy shelter world. The noise and activity can overwhelm him, but his gentle heart shines through the moment he spots someone kind. He’ll slowly approach for chicken treats (his absolute favorite!) and soft pets, showing just how much he wants to trust and connect. Around other small dogs, he’s been polite, curious, and well-mannered.
Why He’s the Ultimate Gentle Companion
🐾 Sweet, soft-natured, and eager to bond
🐔 Loves chicken treats and responds well to calm encouragement
🐶 Respects and gets along with other small dogs
👀 Curious but cautious — he wants to trust, just needs time
💛 Can be picked up with a slow, gentle approach
What He’s Looking For
✔️ A calm, adults-only home where he can decompress
✔️ A patient adopter experienced with head-shy or sensitive dogs
✔️ Someone willing to work at his pace to help him feel safe with leashing
✔️ A gentle, confident dog sibling who can show him the ropes (optional, but could help!)
Ruxpin has so much love to give — he just needs the right person to help him feel secure enough to show it. If you have the heart, patience, and quiet space this shy sweetheart needs to blossom, he may be your perfect match. This dog is available to meet by appointment only — come meet Ruxpin and help him start his best life!
