Meet Nugget! This handsome fella is 1 1/2 years old and full of love. He's incredibly smart and the biggest cuddler! He absolutely loves people and getting all the attention he can. He's very toy and treat motivated, but struggles a bit with dog-dog resource gaurding. Nugget needs a home with no other animals. He has a lot of energy, so a fenced in yard would be very beneficial for him to thrive. He is house broken and kennel trained, though he doesn't enjoy being in a kennel. He is up to date on all shots, microchipped, dewormed, and neutered. I would love to see him go to a home with someone who is looking for a companion to go through life with.
Pet's Name:
Nugget
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
June 1, 2022
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Branson Humane Society
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
September 2022
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
62
Primary Color:
Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Tires, nylon bones, rocks (lol)
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit and "come here"
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?:
Nugget has some resource gaurding issues and displaced anxiety with other dogs. He has never shown any type of aggression towards people.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He does well. He prefers to be out of the kennel, even though he typically just lays on the couch when no one is home.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Being in a kennel; being woken up by someone touching him; knocking on the door
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
We have a fenced in yard, so he goes out to run and play multiple times a day. He gets fee 3 cups in the morning and evening, and sleeps throughout the day on any cushion he can find.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
None
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He is the biggest snuggler and wants to be right where his people are.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
No other animals and a fenced in yard.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Nugget is incredibly smart and willing to learn. He has so much potential to be an incredible companion.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Incompatible with Other Pets
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
Nugget doesn't get along with one of our dogs, and it came to a head when someone knocked on the door and Nugget went after my dog.
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
Who is your veterinarian?:
Shepherd of the Hills Veterinary Clinic
What do you feed your pet?:
Wellness adult dry food
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Branson, MO
Zip Code:
65616
Service Level:
Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose