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Meet Rio, a 6-year-old Cocker Spaniel with a big personality, a goofy spirit, and paws that could rival a lion’s. This handsome boy is equal parts playful entertainer and loving cuddle buddy, and he’s always ready to bring a little extra joy (and a lot of personality) into your home. Rio is full of life and absolutely loves to play. Whether he’s tossing around a chew toy, inviting you into a game of chase, or proudly grabbing a toy to show off when guests arrive, he keeps things fun and lively. He has a hilarious habit of snagging toys just so you’ll chase him—it’s all part of his charm! He’s also picked up some adorable behaviors from his foster siblings, like “dancing” with excitement at mealtime and greeting people at the door with a toy in his mouth. When he’s not being his goofy self, Rio is all about the snuggles. He loves to cuddle, enjoys being brushed, and will happily melt into you for a good bum scratch (his favorite!). He also enjoys spending time outside, sniffing and exploring—so a fenced yard would be a dream for him, though he’d also do well with regular walks and time to explore. Rio is a smart boy who already knows a variety of commands, including “sit,” “go lay down,” “kennel,” “outside,” “go potty,” and “quiet.” He’s eager to engage and quick to learn, especially when there’s fun (or treats!) involved. In his foster home, Rio has shown some resource guarding behaviors around other dogs during or just after feeding time. This has improved significantly as he’s settled in, but it’s something his future home should be aware of and continue to manage appropriately. He has a bit of a “leader” personality and likes to be in charge, so he would do best with experienced owners who can provide structure and guidance. He could do well with other dogs, especially with proper introductions and continued boundaries, but may also thrive as an only dog where he can soak up all the attention. Rio has had successful cherry eye surgery and is doing great, but he does have dry eye that will require daily eye drops long-term. He handles care well, and it’s just a simple part of keeping him comfortable and healthy. Rio is truly a special dog—smart, affectionate, playful, and full of character. He’s looking for a home that will embrace his big personality, continue to guide him, and give him plenty of love, playtime, and snuggles. If you’re looking for a dog who will make you laugh, keep you on your toes, and then curl up next to you at the end of the day, Rio just might be your perfect match. Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home. ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there***