Rae

Pet's Name: Rae

Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier

Birthdate, estimate is okay: 2016

Age Category: Senior

Where did you get your pet?: Adoption

Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: March 2020

Gender: Female

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 45

Primary Color: Brown

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Walks , toys , relaxing with owner

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: Sit. Stay. Leave it. Get back.

Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?: No. She barks and is moderately dog reactive on leash. Friendly yo people walking without a dog. although sometimes doesn’t like someone she doesn’t know coming up to her suddenly.

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She is fine

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Thunder. Fireworks. Very anxious and shakes. I usually put her in quietest room in house with a soothing sound and fan. I always stay home with her on 4th of July and New Years

Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Morning and evening walks. Morning. Evening meals. Sleeps all night

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: Red food dye in treats bothers her.

Personality:

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Affectionate laid back. Loves walks and being a companion

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: I’m not sure of her entire history. She barks at other dogs on leash that she doesn’t know. She plays ok on and off leash

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: I don’t take her to dog parks. I am not confident enough on her reactions to dogs she doesn’t know.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Pet Parent Illness

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): I got Rae at age 6. She grew up around 3 kids and one other dog. She is around people with disabilities and has done well with supervision. She’s a sweet dog but I have only had her around a few other dogs of friends and she likes thru. Strange dogs she sometimes ignores and other times is reactive (barking growling lunging on leash. Sometimes loves people but a few guys she met she was standoffish and barked.

How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes

What do you feed your pet?: Blue Buffalo

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

City, State: Venice fl

Zip Code: 34293

Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service