Meet Rocky | Rehome With Love Pet Adoption

Rocky is a sweet 9-year-old dog with a big heart and a tough past. He was first found as a stray at ACCT Philadelphia in 2019, returned in 2020, and was found again by police this past March. Through it all, he’s remained loving and gentle.

His foster recently had a job change and can no longer keep him. Rocky needs a new foster home by Friday, October 24th, or he’ll have to return to ACCT, where he’s at high risk for euthanasia.

He’s shown some reactivity toward other dogs, but he’s been working with a professional trainer and is making great progress. Ideally, Rocky would do best in a home with no other animals, or one where he can be safely separated as his training continues.

All his food, care, and continued training are fully covered for any foster who can give him a safe place to land. He truly is an amazing dog who just needs one more chance.

Pet's Name: Rocky

Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): October 2016

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Found

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): March

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Large

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

Primary Color: Tan (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Bones and toys

What commands does your dog know?: Sit

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He will look out the window

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Being around groups of animals

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: No

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

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: Had a URI in March 2025

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Yes he is dog selective but it getting training which is paid for

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : He doesn’t require much

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?: 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?: He’s a cuddle bug

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Ideally with a home with no other dogs or is kept separate while he finishes training

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He’s a love

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Found Pet

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?: N/a

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Not specific

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: Monroeville, NJ

Zip Code: 08343

How did you hear about us?: Other Referral

Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): Best Friends Rescue

Service Level: Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile