Ryan Ark | The Happy-Go-Lucky Little Foodie Ryan Ark doesn't need much time to decide that new people might be pretty great—especially if they come bearing affection, playtime, or snacks. This handsome boy is playful, affectionate, social, and wonderfully food motivated, with an easygoing puppy personality that makes him pretty hard not to love. Watch Ryan and his sister in action, then come back to read more! At around 3 months old and approximately 20 lbs, Ryan is a Weimaraner/Labrador Retriever mix and the bigger of the Ark puppies, outweighing his little sister WrenLee by about 2.5 pounds. He's a beautiful fawn-colored boy with a soft, handsome face and the kind of puppy expression that makes you want to reach down and love on him immediately. Thankfully, Ryan is perfectly happy with that arrangement. While his sister WrenLee tends to take a moment to observe a new environment, Ryan is quicker to warm up. He's curious, friendly, and doesn't need much time before that playful, affectionate personality starts coming through. Ryan has a nice medium energy level. He's absolutely a playful puppy and enjoys having fun with the other pups, but he isn't constantly bouncing off the walls. He and WrenLee love playing together and may get a little vocal when their puppy games really get going, but otherwise Ryan isn't an especially loud boy. He's currently fostered in a busy canine household with his sister, two additional foster puppies, and a 100-lb resident dog, giving him some wonderful early exposure to dogs of very different sizes. The puppies spend time together in a playpen setup, where there's plenty of opportunity for playing and socializing. And then there's Ryan's other great love: Food. This boy loves to eat! Ryan is very food motivated, loves treats, and currently shares a large feeder with the other puppies without any observed resource guarding. That enthusiasm for snacks should also come in very handy when it's time to work on basic commands and puppy manners. Ryan is already doing wonderfully with both crate time and car rides. He settles well in his crate, giving him a great foundation to continue building on as he grows. He's also comfortable riding in the car, which will make future outings and adventures that much easier. Potty training is still very much a work in progress. Ryan and his sister have only been with their current foster for a few days, and they're currently learning with potty pads. His forever family should be prepared to start with the basics and continue establishing a consistent potty routine with patience and positive reinforcement. At only three months old, Ryan isn't supposed to have everything figured out yet. What he does have is a wonderful starting point: he's affectionate, playful, dog socialized, food motivated, relatively quiet, and quick to make himself comfortable with new people. He's still a baby who will need consistency, training, continued socialization, patience, and all the support that goes into raising a puppy into a wonderful adult dog. In return, Ryan is prepared to bring the puppy play, the affection, and a very enthusiastic appreciation for whatever treats happen to be in your pocket. Ryan Ark is a handsome, happy little boy who's ready to eat, play, cuddle, learn, and grow right alongside his forever family! Submit your adoption application today! Apply Here: Questions? Email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience! The adoption fee is $1,200 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship! We proudly have over 17,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process. At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress! We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog. Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet. It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS: -Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family -Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test or $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test -30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion -A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions -Access to multiple dog trainers in your area, along with $40 off of your first session of in person dog training through Rover Training -70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription -Coupons for a fun visit to Petco -20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions -Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer -Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! The Greater Houston area faces one of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the U.S. We’re a nonprofit on a mission—to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs at risk, while promoting spay/neuter outreach in the community. When you adopt, you save more than one life— the one you adopted, and the space opened up to save another. Follow our journey and stay connected! 🌐 threelittlepittiesrescue.org 📘 facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue 📸 instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need! *Due to rising transportation costs, a $87 surcharge applies. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed without DNA testing. NOTE- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.