Sparrow

My story

Sparrow is a lovable, oversized puppy bursting with charm! At just around 3 months old, this 30-pound Shepherd mix is full of bounce and mischief—he enjoys climbing into chairs and onto his brothers during play. Seriously, he sits on his brothers all the time! True to his age, Sparrow is full of energy. He loves to romp with his siblings, cuddle up when he's tired, and play with big squeaky toys—his absolute favorite being a floppy, battery-powered fish that he'll fight his brothers for. When it comes to exercise, he's been on a leash a few times but is NOT a fan (yet). He’s discovering the world one step at a time—literally. He's still figuring out how to manage his big, clumsy paws, especially when going up and down stairs. House training is just beginning, but he’s starting to pick a preferred potty spot in the outdoor kennel and sleeps peacefully through the night. Sparrow is happy to go in and out of the outdoor kennel freely, but he isn't used to formal crate training yet. Sparrow is settling into foster life beautifully, since he’s so excited to play with his doggy roommates. He’s often the one to challenge the biggest of the trio for top spot, though he doesn’t usually come out on top. He’s not used to being alone yet, and when separated from his siblings he may whine briefly before calming down. His behavior with cats is unknown at this point.Around people, Sparrow is affectionate and eager for attention. He’s a sweet-natured boy who melts for ear scratches. He’s been great with older kids in the foster home, especially ages 6 and up. Due to his growing size and puppy enthusiasm, he may be overwhelming for toddlers unless closely supervised.If you’re looking for a big-hearted puppy who’s still growing into his paws, Sparrow might just be your perfect matchIf you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $550. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Sparrow, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.