Mongo

Mongo needs a new home

Pet's Name: Mongo
Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier
Primary Breed (if not in list): Australian Cattle Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 2/1/20
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Delaware humane association
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 2/2021
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 70
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Squeaker Toys and Bones. Likes to play fetch
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, down, roll over, play dead, shake
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He is fine
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Fireworks, thunderstorms, strangers walking up to him
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Likes to eat. Then walk. Sleeps most of the day. Short afternoon walk and then late afternoon walk
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?: No
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Very dog selective, resource guards his toys and food. Should be the only dog in the home. Has gone after my parents dog but never bit through skin
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?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?: Aggressive: Does not get along with cats and may show aggressive behavior.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Comes up to give you licks or sit next to you on the couch
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Adult only home without any other pets
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Mongo is so smart. Loves to do tricks and get love/ attention
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Other, Not in List
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Suddenly resource guarding our 1 year old
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?: Two weeks
Who is your veterinarian?: Northern Liberties Vet
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Hills Science Diet - Afult
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Philadelphia, PA
Zip Code: 19123
How did you hear about us?: Google Search
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