Kobe

Saved from Euthanasia after being dumped at shelter for being old

Pet's Name: Kobe
Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 1/10/2020
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Carson shelter
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 8/15/2025
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 50
Primary Color: Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Sunbathing
What commands does your dog know?: Sit
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Calm, loves to naps, barks sometimes when excited (especially when he wants/sees food)
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Food aggressive, so best fed separately from other dogs. He can be pushy around food so set clear boundaries if you do not want him to be pushy, snappy, nippy around any food
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: As an older dog in general, joint supplements may help especially if you notice him being slow to stand up
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: *yes, aggressive and pushy around food. Best to feed separate from other dogs and allow him time to finish his meal before touching his food bowl. He can also be grumpy aggressive if you nudge him to move quicker than he wants to move; you can put a leash on him easily and walk quicker to your desired location
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?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Kobe is good with other dogs, as long no food or treats are present (mentioned above). He is playful and will play sometimes with other dogs
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Be aware of the food aggression. Best not to have around younger kids (who won't understand this, and may have food)
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Kobe loves doing big yoga stretches and if you mimic his stretching in front of him, he'll come up to you for pets
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Foster Pet
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
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Kobe likes a variety of foods including various dog kibble, chicken, treats, meat etc
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Irvine, CA
Zip Code: 92604
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Service Level: Senior Placement: Full Support for Older Pets