Dog Details

Murphy is an 85‑pound Boxer with the soul of a teddy bear and the self‑awareness of… well, absolutely none. This big baby is two parts sweet and cuddly, one-part playful goofball, and 100% devoted to his person. He follows his foster everywhere, convinced he’s a lapdog despite being built more like a small ottoman.

Murphy loves balls, tug‑of‑war ropes, chew toys, and anything that lets him show off his silly side. He doesn’t bark much, but he does have a whole vocabulary of grumbles, groans, and expressive noises to let you know exactly what’s on his mind. He’s a constant source of laughter with his big personality and even bigger heart.

He’s potty trained, crate trained and knows several basic commands. He’s working hard on leash manners—he wears a gentle leader and is improving, but he gets very excited when he sees other dogs and can be a handful. He does well with his resident dog, though his enthusiastic, erratic “happy wiggles” can be a bit much for calmer pups.

Murphy is friendly with new people, rides well in the car, and loves saying hello to everyone he meets. He’s affectionate, playful, and eager to please, making him a wonderful companion for someone who enjoys a big, goofy shadow by their side.

If you’re looking for a lovable, hilarious, oversized cuddle buddy who will adore you endlessly, Murphy is ready to wiggle his way into your home and your heart.

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.   

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