Heatwave

My story

Meet Heatwave — one of those naturally handsome dogs. You know the type: strolls into a room, turns heads without even trying, and suddenly everyone’s acting like they’ve known him forever. Think the popular boy everyone adored in school, was great at everything he tried, had a personality that could win over a rock, and somehow stayed humble through it all. Except instead of breaking hearts, he’s melting them. Heatwave is a happy, eager-to-please lover boy who will charm the socks right off you… and then bring them back as a gift, because he’s thoughtful like that. Heatwave is part of our Natural Disaster litter, about 4–5 months old, and tipping the scales at a solid 25 lbs of future heartthrob. He came to us after… well, let’s just say someone got in way over their head with dogs. Thanks to some help from a local shelter, we were able to welcome all 14 puppies from this case into our fluffy butt family. With so many dogs in his past, it’s understandable he can still be a little cautious, but every day he learns a little more that life is safe now—and that being a carefree puppy is officially on the table. No more wondering when his next meal will come, just tail wags, toys, and belly rubs from here on out. Heatwave is your classic big puppy who thinks every dog is just a best friend he hasn’t met yet. Size, breed, age—none of it matters. If you’ve got four legs, he’s already mentally planning the friendship bracelets. Cats? Well, he hasn’t met one yet, but he has met a tortoise and didn’t even bark—probably because he was too busy flashing his “trust me, I’m adorable” grin. Honestly, Heatwave believes a big smile can win over anything… which, given his face, is usually true. When it comes to kids, Heatwave is a certified wiggly love machine. He met four kids ages 6–10 and greeted them with gentle, nonstop kisses like he was running for mayor. Even the self-proclaimed cat-person in the group declared his litter the favorite because they’re calm—which is basically the kid-version of winning a Nobel Peace Prize. New people? Heatwave may be new to the whole “love and affection” thing, but you’d never know it. He’s usually first (or a close second) to the gate, ready to greet you with happy tail wags and “I’m so glad you’re here!” vibes. He’s not over-the-top or chaotic—just genuinely thrilled you exist. On the Energy Level Scale, Heatwave clocks in at a solid 5 out of 10—which in dog terms is somewhere between a “goldfish in a warm bowl” and “grandma’s cat after a whiff of catnip.” Right now, he’s just thrilled to be living the dream: air conditioning, three square meals a day, and not having to fight anyone for the good sleeping spot. Honestly, he’s not picky—if you’re there, he’s happy, whether it’s a hike, a coffee run, or binge-watching bad TV. Temperament-wise, Heatwave is that annoyingly perfect blend of handsome, sweet, and eager-to-please. He’s basically the popular boy in school who excelled at everything, had a great personality, and was humble about it. He loves people, loves dogs, and will probably love your grandma too. His favorite activities? Well, mealtime obviously ranks in the top three—possibly top one, if we’re being real. Playing with other dogs? Absolutely. He’s basically the golden retriever of the party scene: charming, friendly, and completely oblivious to the concept of personal space. As for his future home, he’s young, adaptable, and just happy to have a ticket to the good life. Got a fenced yard? Great. Apartment living with regular walks? Works too. Heatwave’s only real requirement is having a human who thinks he’s as amazing as he knows he is. Bringing Heatwave home means signing up for the full Puppy Starter Kit—socialization, training, potty training, leash training, and yes, some good old-fashioned puppy proofing. Think of it as upgrading to the deluxe model of companionship: he already comes with a winning personality and devastating good looks, but you get to fine-tune the features. Socializing him? Easy—he already thinks every living thing is a potential best friend, so you’re basically just there to supervise the meet-and-greet parade. Training? He’s eager to please, which means he’ll do great… once he figures out that “sit” doesn’t just mean “look cute until they give up.” Potty training? You’ll get in your daily steps from all the trips outside. So here’s the deal—Heatwave is the total package: devastatingly handsome, sweet as a bag of marshmallows, and rocking that “popular boy next door” vibe without even trying. He’s the kind of dog who will make you feel like the most important person in the world… and then casually charm your neighbors, delivery driver, and anyone within a 10-foot radius. Basically, if you’re looking for a loyal sidekick who doubles as your personal fan club, he’s your guy. If you want in on this love story, you’ll need to fill out an adoption application at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app so we can pass it along to his foster family—because apparently, just showing up with snacks and a leash isn’t “how it works.” Oh, and you’ll need to pick him up in Broken Arrow, OK… because as much as we’d love to, we’re not launching a nationwide Heatwave delivery service.

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