Hank “Pookie”
Hank is a sweet boy. I love him dearly, and he was well trained up until about a year and a half ago. My living situation changed drastically, and he went from having two owners to one, a yard to living in a studio apartment. I lost my car, I’m financially unstable, and I am generally just depressed. I am finding myself unable to give him the attention he needs, and it is bringing me a lot of guilt. It’s very obvious he has lost respect for me as pack leader, and I just don’t have the motivation or money to care for him properly. Pit bulls need lots of stimulation and play time. He knows lots of tricks, and he is cuddly, and never has hurt another animal. But he needs someone with a loving family and a yard who can stimulate him and give him space to run around, and come plop down with a human anytime. He loves people, especially children. That being said he has reversed on some of the training I was once so proud of with him. Like walks, he is reactive with other dogs walking by and it can be stressful. He didn’t used to be like this but like I said my decline in the past year and a half has surly contributed to his respect for our team work and I am really struggling to retrain him in the way I did early on. So it’s all there, he just needs a better leader than myself right now. It breaks my heart because he is 5 going on 6, and I’ve had him since an itty bitty puppy but at this point I am holding him back from a better life
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
09.01.2018
Where did you get your pet?:
A friend whose dog had a litter
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
11.01.2028
Size (at full grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
60
Primary Color:
Gray or Blue (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Bones, antler. Tug of war, running, cuddling
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit. Stay. Lay down. Shake. Twirl. Mearcat. Jump. Crawl. Jump through a hoop. Eat.
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?:
Excessive sniffing on walks, reactive to other dogs outside (not to attack but screeches to run over to the other dog and play, which often alarms the other owner especially since he is a pitbull, understandably)
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Fine once you leave, if you’re near by and leave him alone he definitely wants to be wherever you are though.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Other dogs when walking home outside. When he gets near them though you can see that he just wants to play so so badly, but it puts other dogs and owners off by his manorisms
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
He rather sleep and cuddle with you than in his bed. He will wait for the command to eat.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
Skin issues.
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?:
Shy: A bit nervous around other dogs but not aggressive.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
So cuddly and goofy. He is a silly and entertaining boy
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
A yard, and time to give him play and stimulation
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Please please love on him, my heart breaks at the thought of him thinking I’m abandoning him. I love him so much.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Housing is Inadequate for Pet
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
Housing ( now in a studio) no yard. I can not afford him anymore, I am pretty broke these days and without a car, it’s just not fair to him.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
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?:
Hillside vet
What do you feed your pet?:
Grain free and fish oil and coconut oil (he has skin allergies)
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
City, State:
Dallas Texas
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service
