Meet Rip — Your One-and-Only Kind of Guy 🐾

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From the edge of goodbye to a future full of hope — Rip is ready to meet his forever family.

Rip, once known as Dexter, has traveled a long and winding road. Entering the shelter system in 2020, he’s been adopted, returned, and overlooked more times than any dog should. But despite it all, Rip hasn’t given up on people. He wears his heart on his paw and still believes that his perfect match is out there. Could it be you?

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In January 2024, Rip’s life almost ended — literally. Scheduled for euthanasia due to untreated double ACL tears and being deemed "unadoptable" as an only pet, Rip got his second chance just in time thanks to SEPR. Since then, he’s had surgery, crushed recovery, and proven to be the definition of resilience.

💊 Health update: Rip takes daily thyroid meds (super inexpensive!) and has fully bounced back from surgery like a champ. His zest for life is unshakable.

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Why You’ll Love Rip:

• Loyal & Loving: He adores his foster parents and happily bonds with both men and women. Snuggles? Yes, please. Belly rubs? His favorite.

• Gentle Soul: While he lives with a lively toddler, he'd thrive in a calmer home with older kids or adults who understand his mellow "throw my ball" type vibes.

• Smart & Polite: Walks great on leash, knows how to play fetch, and learns quickly — he even trained his foster mom to throw toys on command.

• Handsome Devil: Did we mention that tri-color coat, that nub tail, and that megawatt smile? He’s a heart-stealer.

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Ideal Home:

Rip prefers to be your one and only pet — and honestly, he deserves to be the center of someone’s universe. While he’s crate and rotating well with his alumni foster four legged sister during recovery and ignores rabbits and neighborhood cats, he thrives in a calm, consistent environment where he can relax and bond with his humans.

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Rip’s past may be full of uncertainty, but his future doesn’t have to be. This guy has done the work. He’s healed, he’s hopeful, and he’s ready for his happily ever after.

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💛 If you believe every dog deserves one real chance to be truly loved — Rip is waiting to meet you.

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SPECIAL RECOGNITION TO RIP'S FOSTER FAMILY FOR THEIR TIME AND DONATIONS: 

Denise & Tony