Ripley is a confident, curious 5 month old Terrier mix that weighs 35 lbs. He is expected to be around 75-80 lbs when is he full grown. Ripley is best described as sweet, confident, affectionate, curious, and full of life. He is always eager to explore the world around him and take in every new sight, sound, and smell. You can see the wheels turning as he's discovering new things and figuring out the world around him.  He’s the kind of dog who will thrive with an active lifestyle. Ripley genuinely enjoys being outside soaking up the sunshine, walking trails, exploring new places, or simply spending time in the yard taking in his surroundings. As he matures, he will be an excellent adventure companion for hiking trips, weekend outings, and any activity that allows him to stay engaged and close to his people. He's also a major cuddle bug and after he’s had a chance to burn off energy and satisfy his curiosity, he loves nothing more than curling up on the couch for cuddles and nap time. Ripley is a social butterfly that enjoys meeting new people and other dogs. His balanced personality, outgoing but thoughtful, and active but affectionate, will make him a wonderful addition to a family that wants a dog involved in both their daily routines and their downtime. If you’re searching for a loving, affectionate, and adventure-ready best friend who will grow up by your side and share every chapter of life with you, Ripley just might be your perfect match.

Ripley is medium energy, so he has short bursts of puppy energy that are quickly burned with brief exercise and play sessions. Playtime with his doggy friends, entertaining himself with his favorite toys, and exploring nature are Ripley's favorite activities. His ideal home will have a toy box full of squeaky toys, ropes, and chew toys, and he’d be thrilled to have a BarkBox subscription to keep the fun going with new surprises every month. When he's in the backyard romping around with other dogs, he loves to play wrestle, chase, and tug-o-war. He also loves to play fetch with his humans and engage in mental stimulation activities like hide and seek games with hidden treats. He is a pro at puzzle games because he is very food motivated, and he will keep himself busy working to get treats out until there are no more.  His love for yummy treats and his eagerness to engage with his human makes training a breeze for him. As Ripley grows and masters his leash walking skills, he’ll be the perfect adventure buddy for long hikes and exploring nature trails. For now, he will be happy to go on casual walks around the neighborhood until he can work up to exploring longer nature trails. He is the type of pup that's always up for a new adventure and is happy to join his human for every outing he can go on. Hiking through the woods, splashing around near the water, or strolling through town for some new sights and smells, Ripley will always be happy to go along for the ride. With his adaptable energy level, he’s just as content with a short playtime activities as he is going on a bigger, more adventurous outings.

Ripley is dog and kid friendly, but has not been introduced to cats yet. He is currently in a foster home with older dogs that range in size from small to large, and he loves them all. He is a social butterfly when it comes to making new dog friends and would benefit from having another playful dog in his forever home. He is still working on learning proper doggy communication skills and respecting boundaries set by the older, lower energy dogs in his foster home. Because he is a goofy, playful puppy that doesn't realize his size, he would do best with larger, more playful dogs versus older, temperamental small dogs. Because of his gentle and friendly demeanor, he would be able to join a family that has a dog-friendly cat in the home. Since he is a silly, playful puppy, he would do best with dog-friendly cats that have lived with dogs before as he is a puppy and will want to play with them. Ripley would do well with kids of all ages. He loves to play, cuddle, and share his sweet puppy kisses with everyone he meets. He is going through the teething stage, so his humans will need to keep a watchful eye on him to make sure he doesn't chew on human kid toys laying around. 

Ripley is kennel trained, and is currently working perfecting his leash walking and potty training skills. He sleeps in kennel at night with no fuss, but does need some treats or toys to settle in. When he gets older, he would love to snuggle up in bed with his humans every night so he can get in as many cuddles as possible. He will notify his fosters that he needs to go outside by standing by the back door and will wait patiently until they open the door for him to go outside to do his business. If his foster mom doesn't notice him standing at the door, he will use a potty pad as a last resort, but he is getting better about alerting her when he needs to go. He can walk on a leash, but isn't the most perfect gentleman on one yet. He will need additional practice to perfect his leash walking skills in his forever home. He is very food motivated and responds well with treats, so just bring some of his favorite snacks and he is happy to pay attention and work on being a perfect gentleman when other people and dogs pass by. 

Ripley's ideal home would be a house with a fenced in backyard to run around and play in. He would do well in an apartment, condo or townhouse, but does need multiple walks each day for exercise. He would love to go to the occasional Sniff Spot for exercise and play time if he does live in an apartment or townhome without a fenced in yard. He would also love to go to doggy day care a few times a week if there are no other dogs in the home so that he can have some fun playing with other doggy friends. No public dog parks for this sweet boy because who wants to risk your pup catching a disease or being bullied on by other random dogs anyways. He would do love to have a family that has other playful dogs and kids for him to cuddle with. Ripley is ready for a home that will embrace both his playful spirit and his affectionate heart. He’s looking for a family that will keep him active, continue his training, and include him in the rhythm of everyday life. In return, he’ll offer loyalty, companionship, and a steady presence by your side. Whether you’re out exploring a new trail or winding down at home, Ripley has all the makings of a devoted lifelong companion, and he’s ready to start that journey with a family of his own.