Critter Details

See Maurice *Arriving 6/14*’s HomepageGo to our official websiteYou can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Maurice—better known as Mo—is a laid-back, easygoing guy who’s up for just about anything. He came in as a stray. He’s the kind of dog who’s happy to trot alongside you, chill in the yard, or quietly hang out in the house—as long as there’s not a trash can within reach. He does have a thing for trash, so some supervision indoors is wise. Mo is quiet, friendly, and great to handle—baths, vet visits, general care—he takes it all in stride. He hasn't been around children in his current foster home, but based on his personality, he’d likely be great with kids. He’s got a funny little walk that makes him even more endearing, and while he occasionally gets minor skin flare-ups, a short round of steroids clears them right up. He’s not really an apartment-type dog—he prefers having outdoor space to lounge and explore. He’d thrive in a home with a yard and a person or family who enjoys casual walks and having a relaxed, loyal companion by their side. He is capable of climbing a 4 foot fence, his foster has been focused on training in this area and he is making huge improvements, but should always be supervised in outdoors. Mo doesn’t ask for much—just a little freedom, some sunshine, and someone to hang out with. Maurice, Mo to his friends, 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.