Hello, I'm Hypno! If you're not already hypnotized by my handsome looks, let me charm you with my personality! I've been told I have a very sweet disposition. I'm a perfect balance of playful, mellow, and affectionate. 

On a normal day, you'll catch me snoozing on the couch. Once in a while, I'll get the zoomies and sprint around the yard, but that doesn't typically last long. Then, I'll settle down and sunbathe or chomp on sticks. I would very much enjoy a daily stroll around the neighborhood.

When it comes to other dogs, I absolutely adore them! I previously lived with cats but I do like to chase them, so if you're looking for a dog that will snuggle with the cat(s) in the home, a different pup might be a better fit.

I previously had CCL surgery on my hind legs, and although I can walk around just fine, I need a home without stairs. A couple of stairs to get in the home is fine, but no stairs to get around inside my new home. I also need to take daily supplements and keep a healthy weight as to not put unnecessary stress on my joints.

I'm a little cautious in new places and with new people at first but warm up pretty quickly. I already have some obedience training under my belt and I'm looking for someone who will use positive reinforcement to continue building my confidence. I would love a family that is willing to respect my boundaries and advocate for me so that I continue to blossom.

If you'd like to meet me and see if we could be forever snuggle buddies, please fill out an application!


Hypno is from a local impound. 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'd like to donate towards this pet's care, you can donate to our

Animal Care Fund.



Our Animal Care Fund supports the medical and veterinary needs for all Ruff Start Rescue animals. You'll be able to enter this pet's name on the second page of the donation form.