Marco

This is Marco, he just turned 1 year old. I believe he is a pitbull mix, but not certain. I’m looking for a new home for him. I want him to get all the love and care he needs but I’m at a very busy point in my life right now and can’t afford to take care of him by myself. I am planning to move out in a couple months, I won’t be able to take him with me, and I can’t leave him with my family. I also struggle with a bad allergy to dogs and it has been getting worse over time.

• Age/Size: 1 year old, about 35–40 lbs
• Temperament: Very sweet, smart, playful, and not aggressive.
• Good with: Kids, other dogs, and cats (he’s very playful no matter what, so he can be too much for younger kids. No aggression).
• Challenges: He has lots of energy and can be very jumpy when excited. He also tends to chew if not supervised, even with toys available.
• Other Notes: He is not yet fixed and hasn’t had his shots. Learns tricks quickly, but still needs a decent amount of training.

I’m asking for a rehoming fee to ensure he goes to a committed and loving home.

If anyone knows a better home or a good shelter for him, please message me here.

Thank you for reading

Pet's Name: Marco
Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier
Primary Breed (if not in list): Pitbull Mix (unsure)
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): September 20th 2024
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Safe In Austin (rescue ranch)
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): December 22nd 2024
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 45
Primary Color: Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Any kind of bones and pig ears. We have lots of large sticks in our backyard he prefers to chew on over his toys.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, lay down, stay, paw (been trying to train him to stop giving his paw when not asked)
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He’s usually good for short periods as long as he has a toy or some company from our cat
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Being left alone for long periods of time, or seeing new people (very excited to meet them, he gets anxious if he can’t)
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Morning food 4-8am, Afternoon 30 minute walk 2 or 3pm, evening food 4pm
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.: Chewing, and his energy can be too much for most people. It has been quite difficult to train him to not jump on guests, but he is incredibly jumpy on people especially when outside.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Bathe bi-weekly, brush daily, trim nails as needed
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: No
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?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He has so much love to give, it may be overwhelming to some, he has such a big heart and will always be by your side.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Big yard, a family, lots of love to give
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Moving
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Moving, busy schedule, allergies in family
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?: Three months
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: HEB Heritage Ranch Puppy Food (Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe)
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Leander, Texas
Zip Code: 78641
How did you hear about us?: Other
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): DeAnna Perez (mother)
Service Level: Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)