Porkchop was found abandoned and in poor condition. I discovered him as a stray and immediately took him to the vet to check for a microchip and locate his owners. The microchip led me to his previous owners, so I left a voicemail and later received a call from the owner’s girlfriend, who said she would pick him up. However, about an hour later, she called back and told me they could no longer care for him because he was “too much of a hassle.” She explained that Porkchop had been crated all day, had frequent accidents in the house, and suffered from severe skin allergies. She also mentioned that he had escaped the night before—I later learned that he had traveled almost 7.7 miles to where I found him.
Pet's Name:
Porkchop
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Primary Breed (if not in list):
American Bully
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
10/22/2021
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Stray
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
10/22/2025
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
62
Primary Color:
Gray or Blue (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Tug
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He barks a lot
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Unknown
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Let out to the back patio in the morning, give breakfast, chill a little, and then take a walk, sleeps on couch or bed
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?:
Eye ulcers, ear infection, inverted eye lids (needs possible eye surgery in future)
Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
Eye ulcers and ear infections will clear up with medication
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Needs obedience training, doesn't listen well
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Not often, just nails and oatmeal baths for skin
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Dental chews once a day
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?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing 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?:
He loves meeting new people and will slam his body into them
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Want someone who will stay on top of his medical issues
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Needs more potty training, he unfortunately marks in the house even though he's neutered
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Found Pet
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Owners abandoned him with me and I can't keep him permanently because my apartment only allows a certain amount of pets
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?:
30th Street Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Purina ProPlan with salmon, might benefit from a slow feeder
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Indianapolis, IN
Zip Code:
46220
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile