Ruby

Ruby is a 10-12 month old 50 lb. blue nose pittie mix & we are located in Columbus, GA. Ruby LOVES people! She will lick you, hug you, love you & try to get ALL your kisses! She adores our 12 year old daughter & cries every time she sees her. She walks great on a leash & will walk outside, immediately potty & let you know when she is ready to go back in.

Here is a little picture into the commingling fairytale of Ruby and my family of 4 plus 7 four legged children, 1 ‍⬛ & the Guinness Book of World Records winner for longest living Parakeet (adopted October 2019)! 4 of our adopted ’s joined our family from February 2023 to December! ❤️

On January 10th Ruby was on the kill list @ Columbus Animal Control; had an owner being discharged from the hospital in 24-48 hours. A fellow animal lover reached out asking if anyone could come pick up Ruby and hold her for 24- 48 hours so her person could leave the hospital & get her back. I of course said ABSOLUTELY I am on the way! Instead, Ruby was abandoned with me.

I had been in communication with Ruby’s owner & his daughter on an almost daily basis; however they have made NO positive attempts to get her back OR pay for ANY of her boarding fees! He has only called the boarding facility twice since January 11th & has paid $0 towards her boarding fees! I have not heard back from them since February 12th; nor has the boarding facility! I personally have gone WAY above & BEYOND to help them reunite with Ruby. $1,500 so far has been paid for her boarding!

We have been heartbroken for Ruby for FIFTY NINE days now (March 9th)! We only want the best for her & the home that she so lovingly deserves!

Pet's Name: Ruby
Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate, estimate is okay: May 2023
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Owner abandoned her with us after we saved her from being euthanized; owner was in hospital supposedly being discharged BY the next day (January 11th).
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 1/10/2024
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 59
Primary Color: Gray or Blue (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Large Kong toys, LOVES to be outside enjoying the fresh air
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: unknown
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?: unknown
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: unknown
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: unknown
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: unknown
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?: unknown
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?: Ruby LOVES people! She will lick you, hug you, love you & try to get ALL your kisses! She adores our 12 year old daughter & cries every time she sees her.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Ruby’s DREAM owner checklist: Be willing to give Ruby time to decompress & experience things slowly. Be willing to go EXTRA slow with Ruby. She was used to having her own cozy home to lounge around in & yard to run & play. She has now been in a shelter/kennel environment since December 19th. Ruby would like to be the only baby in the home to get ALL the loving’s and treats. Ruby is still a puppy so she will need patience.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Ruby did live with another female ! She is selective & LOVES people! A local rescue contact tested her and said “Ruby is more I don't like your face kind of dog, she knows right away at first glance if she will mesh. Like all dogs with slow introductions she would be OK. There's 1 particular male dog at the boarding facility that she adores & plays with through the fence. She just knows what she likes & what she does not.” Ruby is the sweetest baby girl & very smart! All the people at the boarding facility are in absolute LOVE with Ruby!
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Other, Not in List
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Owner abandoned her with us after we saved her from being euthanized; owner was in hospital supposedly being discharged BY the next day (January 11th).
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: One month
Who is your veterinarian?: Affordable Vet
What do you feed your pet?: unknown
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Columbus, GA
Zip Code: 31906
Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service