12/09/2025
"Dear Santa,
Hi Santa. My name’s Ruffus. I know this is a busy time of year, but I was hoping you’d read my letter anyway.
I’ve been at the shelter since April 2024, and I’ve been trying my very best to be a good boy while I wait. I show off my happiest tail wags, practice my manners, and greet each day with hope — even when it’s a little hard watching others find their families first.
I don’t need much for Christmas. Just a warm home, a soft place to land, and people who will see me for who I really am — a loyal, loving dog with a big heart and lots of love left to give. Once I feel safe, I promise I’ll be your biggest fan.
This will be another holiday season spent here, but I’m still believing my miracle is coming. I’ve got so much love saved up, Santa… I just need the right person to come find me.
If you have room on your nice list, maybe you can help point my future family my way — and while you’re at it, don’t forget about my shelter friends too.
Thank you for listening. I’ll keep waiting, wagging, and hoping.
Love,
Ruffus"
🎄 Ruffus is still waiting for his Christmas miracle!
You can learn more about him here: https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/CPAC-A-18
If you have questions about Ruffus or any of our other sweet animals, please reach out — we’d love to help this good boy find his forever home this holiday season. ❤️🐾
Claws & Paws
Lebanon, Mo
417-532-9671
www.clawsandpawsaac.com