Mack

Rehoming Gentle Giant

Meet Mack - beautiful American Bulldog. He is a gentle giant who craves attention, loves to snuggle, and be on the action. He would be best in a single dog home, and older children or adults. Deserves the attention we cannot given him at this time with our young children.

Pet's Name: Mack
Dog: Primary Breed: American Bulldog
Birthdate, estimate is okay: September 2019
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Riverdale Animal Shelter
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: September 2023
Gender: Male
Size (at full grown): Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 85
Primary Color: Gray
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Loves his stuffies, fetch in the yard, and short walks.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, stay, lay down.
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 - nipped at our toddler. There was food involved, and he got food protective.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Does great with short periods of time - is also crate trained.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Loud sounds, fireworks.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Fed twice a day, walks both morning and night seem to wear him out. Sleeps in his dog bed through the night. 12+ Hours.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
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
How is your dog with other dogs?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
How is your dog with cats?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He is a snuggly couch potato. Just wants to be loved.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Loving home with adults and older children. A family who could give him plenty of attention.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He is the best boy. Just wants all the love.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Other, Not in List
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): We have small children and he doesn’t know his own size. We also don’t have the time to give him that he deserves.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
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?: Dr. Eric Hansen (Cottage Veterinary Hospital)
What do you feed your pet?: Kirkland Brand Dog Food
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Commerce City, CO
Zip Code: 80022
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Service Level: Standard Service: Full Support and Promotion