Critter Details

See Lilac *Arriving 6/14*’s HomepageGo to our official websiteYou can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Lilac is a soft, quiet presence who just wants to be close. She’s either curled up on your lap or following at your heels—content as long as she’s near her person. She came to us as a stray, her spirit is gentle and steady. She has cataracts and will likely need some dental work, although none of it slows her down much. It is still important that her future family is aware and prepared to manage her care as she ages. (Ruff Start will ensure that all her current medical needs are addressed before her adoption is finalized.) She’s also still working on potty training, and it’s been a slow process, so patience and consistency are key. Lilac barks with excitement while you’re preparing her meals, but otherwise she’s not very vocal. She’d do best in a calm home with someone who’s around most of the time and can give her the companionship she clearly craves. She’s sweet, loving, and easy to be with—just looking for a soft place to land. *This animal is a part of our “Seniors for Seniors” program where we offer senior adopters an opportunity to adopt an eligible pet at a discounted fee.* Adopting a senior dog is like getting a vintage car – it comes with character, a few extra quirks, and might need a bit more maintenance. Expect occasional tune ups at the vet for oil changes (aka meds), and embrace the fact that those 'normal lumps and bumps' are just part of the well-earned charm package! Ruff Start will share all known health information with adopters and recommendations to keep your senior dog in top shape. Lilac is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 06/14/2025 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 4:30pm and 8pm. 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.