Meet Bucky | Rehome With Love Pet Adoption

Bucky’s Story – Looking for a Calm Home

We rescued Bucky from Tragic to Magic about a year ago. When he first came home, he was a little rough physically weak legs and all — but we helped him heal up. Now he’s healthy, playful, and full of love. He’s house-trained, vaccinated, and absolutely adores toys and running around.

A few days ago, we had a really unfortunate situation. Another dog ran up barking and bit Bucky first, and he just reacted out of being startled. It was over in seconds, but because the other owner reported it to housing first and had a vet bill, they automatically labeled it as an “incident.” Housing gave us no option to keep him, even though he’s not aggressive — just scared and protective in that moment.

The timing made it even harder: my mom had just gotten home from appendix surgery, and we were exhausted from being at the hospital all night and day. It was just a perfect storm of bad timing, not neglect.

Now, housing is requiring that we rehome Bucky, so I’m looking for a safe, loving home for him. He’s such a sweet, gentle dog who deserves better than this situation. He’d do best in a calm environment, maybe with a yard or someone who can give him structure and love.

Located in San Diego, CA (92139)
Vaccinated | Neutered | House-Trained | Best as an only dog or with calm companions

If you can open your home or know someone who can, please reach out. This decision breaks my heart, but I just want to make sure Bucky’s safe and cared for. ❤️

Pet's Name: BUCKY

Dog: Primary Breed: German Shepherd Dog

Primary Breed (if not in list): Pointer

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): Feb 2023

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Tragic to magic rescue

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): Nov 14 2024

Gender: Female

Size (at full-grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 40

Primary Color: Calico/Multi/Tricolor

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: He loves stuffed animals and sleeping. He loves any treat as well.

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Not Sure

What commands does your dog know?: Come here, up, stop

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He is fine, he just sleeps.

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

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: He pees and poops about 3 times a day. Eats when he wants to.

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.: Only when provoked and it was once, he was bitten.

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Not often

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?: Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.

How is your dog with cats?: Very friendly: Loves being around cats and plays nicely with them.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He loves cuddling

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: I just need a good family for him to go to, I have to surrender him by tomorrow and I don't want to send him to a rescue again, this really breaks my heart.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Please, he's a good dog. He just got duped in this situation and I would keep him if he could or if we were closer to moving out of this housing.

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

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): A few days ago, we had a really unfortunate situation. Another dog ran up barking and bit Bucky first, and he just reacted out of being startled. It was over in seconds, but because the other owner reported it to housing first and had a vet bill, they automatically labeled it as an “incident.” Housing gave us no option to keep him, even though he’s not aggressive — just scared and protective in that moment. The timing made it even harder: my mom had just gotten home from appendix surgery, and we were exhausted from being at the hospital all night and day. It was just a perfect storm of bad timing, not neglect.

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?: I do the Purina Lamb and Chicken

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: San Diego, CA

Zip Code: 92139

How did you hear about us?: Other Referral

Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): Briannah Greene

Service Level: Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile