Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Katie! Katie is a goofy, lovable Basset Hound mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart! This low-energy pup enjoys lounging around but still gets excited about playtime, treats, and the occasional barking session—especially when the doorbell rings or other dogs join in. She’s known for her signature hound bark, so apartment living with shared walls may not be the best fit. Katie is great with kids and has been around children ages 5, 7, and 10 in her foster home, where she was gentle and well-behaved. She’s also leash-trained, crate-trained, and rides well in the car, making her an easygoing travel buddy. Though she’s a bit particular about her food, she loves snacks and treats and will never say no to a tasty reward! This silly girl has come a long way—at first, she struggled with stairs, but now she’s mastered them like a champ. She also has a habit of sneaking towards the garage door like an escape artist, but she listens when told to stop and doesn’t try to bolt out the front door. Katie doesn’t mind other dogs and even adores puppies, but she’s not the biggest fan of cats—she won’t chase them, but she will let them know she’s there with some barking. Katie is a big, goofy, slobbery sweetheart who doesn’t quite understand her own size and will happily plop herself in your way. If you’re looking for a fun-loving, snack-obsessed, loyal companion, Katie is ready to steal your heart (and maybe your snacks, too)! Katie is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 4/5 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9AM and 12PM. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 22, 2025, 10:51 am
