Rehome | From One Loving Family to Another

Meet Gracie, a serene and soulful eight-year-old Pittbull/Boxer mix from Rockford, MI, whose quiet strength and sweet heart make her a truly one-of-a-kind companion.

With her soft white coat, tan spot on her face, and gentle gaze, Gracie has a presence that’s both calming and comforting. She weighs around 60 pounds and is of medium build, with a low-energy temperament that makes her an ideal partner for someone seeking a calm and loyal companion. Gracie is 100% deaf—a fact that doesn’t slow her down one bit. In fact, her deafness is a bit of a superpower. She’s completely unfazed by fireworks, thunderstorms, or noisy neighbors and is ready to learn new hand signs if you’d like to rename her!

Gracie is spayed, microchipped, up to date on all her vaccinations, and fully house-trained. She knows several hand signals (like “sit” and “come”) and will follow your lead when you point. She’s also crate-trained, leash-trained, and even bell-trained to let you know when she needs to go outside! She loves her routines—two meals a day, a daily walk, and plenty of time lounging on the couch or soaking up the sun through a window.

Gracie is looking for her next loving home where she can be the only pet and live in peace and comfort. She’s reactive toward other dogs and can be food-aggressive in their presence, so a dog-free home with older teens or adults only is best. Though she has no bite history, she’s strong and can be assertive about her space when she feels uncertain, so she’ll thrive with a confident, patient caregiver who can provide structure and stability.

Her favorite pastimes? Sunbathing, cuddling under blankets, people-watching from the window, or curling up next to you on the couch. She would love a fenced yard, but can thrive in an apartment if she has daily walks. She’s also a road trip buddy and beach fan, eager for adventure as long as she’s by your side!

Gracie has been deeply loved all her life. She’s not just a pet—she’s a companion who will give you her whole heart. Are you ready to give her a peaceful, loving place to live out her golden years?

To learn more about adopting Gracie, reach out today!

Pet's Name: Gracie

Dog: Primary Breed: Other, not listed

Primary Breed (if not in list): Pittbull

Birthdate, estimate is okay: 4/9/2017

Age Category: Senior

Where did you get your pet?: Hardin County Animal Shelter in Elizabethtown KY

Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: June 2017

Gender: Female

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.: 60

Primary Color: White

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: laying in the sun, looking out the window, tug toys

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, Come, Can go in the direction of a point

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?: Gracie has food aggression & reactivity toward other dogs & pets. Although she is trained on leash, she can be reactive if she comes close in proximity to another dog. She needs someone who can manage her strength. She has been reactive toward my 1.5 year old which is why she needs to be in a home with older teenage children, or no children. She has no bite history with people, but she uses her strength to dominate her space as she sees fit.

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Fine - no reaction

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: New people

Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Fed twice a day, walked once a day, sleeps on her bed or on couch

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?: She is deaf from birth

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Bathing and brushing as needed

Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? : Has had annual professional cleanings

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?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: She is loyal & dependent on her owners

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Someone who will love her as much as we do

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: That she has been well loved her whole life and is deserving of a wonderful home

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Other, Not in List

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Young children, pregnancy

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 months

Who is your veterinarian?: Rockford Animal Hospital

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Blue buffalo blue bag, mix dry food with water and form of wet food or meat

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: Rockford, MI

Zip Code: 49341

How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter

Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service