Rio’s Pawsport

Well, hello! Rio here.

I'm a quiet soul who's learned that gentle hands and patience unlock my sweetest self—a shepherd who just needs someone to believe in my comeback story.

Word is I do great with other dogs. I'm easy company: give me a couch and a person and I'm set.

I'm a youngster — a little goofy, very teachable, and absolutely ready to grow up beside someone wonderful.

I've been holding down the fort in Newport Beach, hoping someone like you would wander by.

Here's the thing — I can't tell if we'd truly click until I know a little about you. Sign in (it's free) and I'll size up your place, say hello to any dogs you've got — or be your very first — and give you my honest read on whether we'd be a match.

With a little luck, Thanksgiving could be my first one in a real home — possibly with you, or with someone you send my way.

Thanks for spending a minute with me. I'll be right here, tail ready, hoping it's you. — Rio