Murphy will be 3 in June, he is a purebred American Bulldog that knows many commands and aims to please. He currently is doing well with our little dog but our children make him uneasy. He has had 2 ACL surgeries and will need pain medication for life. He is a great puppy and I will miss him terribly!
Pet's Name:
Murphy
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Bulldog
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
June 7 2021
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Breeder
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
August 2021
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
85
Primary Color:
Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Playing catch, fetch and chewing on bones.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, stay, quiet, leave it, off, lay down, go get it, where's your toy, are you hungry
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?:
Yes, he has bit our 9 year old 3 times. 1st because my son was in his face teasing him and Murphy bit his face, 2 christmas morning was chaos and he but his foot, I think he was protecting his bone and 3 was un provoked, he just didn't like my son being upside-down and bit his back.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Fine, he is kennel trained
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Loud noise
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Up at 7 bed at 8 gets fed at 7:30 and 3pm
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?:
Yes he has had 2 ACL surgeries and will need life long pain medication
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?:
His eyes, he is a sweetheart
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
That they are patient and kind
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
That he a a wonderful dog that deserves a good home. He needs socializing
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Behavior
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
He is aggressive at times with my son and all his friends. He gets weird with my daughters laughing and high pitched squeals.
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?:
Family Pet Medical and Surgery
What do you feed your pet?:
Taste of the wild
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Marysville, Washington
Zip Code:
98270
Service Level:
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