Meet Lola, a 3-year-old pitbull/boxer mix whose facial expressions, vocalizations, and playfulness makes us laugh every day. This sweet, silly girl loves playing fetch, tug, and hide and seek. She's easy going, is overjoyed at the sight of a new sweater, and plays dress-up like a pro. She loves puzzles and her kong wobbler and the scent of peanut butter brings her running--she'll sit and lick her lips in anticipation. She can't be with other dogs but LOVES humans. Lola is house-trained, crate, leash, and muzzle trained; enjoys practicing her known commands (sit, stay, lay down, come, paw, high five, dance, off/take it, go find it, go to bed, go outside/inside+); and doesn't bark.
We found Lola roaming the streets a couple winters ago, scrawny and scared. We took her in, got her healthy, and trained her. She has no major health issues, but has allergies (dust mite, sycamore trees) and is prone to ear infections. Managing allergies reduces infections. Her vet friends praise her for her behavior - she readily hops on the scale and knows the difference between playtime and exam time. She can't help her happy tail whooshing, but otherwise settles down like a champ.
We’re excited to find Lola her forever home where she can continue to be the center of someone’s world. She’ll come with all her toys, bedding and supplies. She would thrive in a home with children to play with or doting women and a fenced in backyard to run. And if you let her on the couch with you, she'll never leave your side.
She's best appreciated in action, so please watch her video and let her show you all the reasons your family should love me as much as she'll love you! https://youtu.be/Q8-gDJE23Go
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
01/31/2022
Where did you get your pet?:
We found Lola roaming the streets a couple winters ago, scrawny and scared. We took her in, got her healthy, and trained her.
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
02/08/2022
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
55
Primary Color:
Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Lola loves playing fetch, tug, and hide and seek--with people or toys. She LOVES all plush toys, but we only let her play with them while supervised given her propensity to destroy them. She has lots of rubber toys and rope toys for unsupervised play.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Learns commands well and enjoys practicing them! So far, she knows: sit, stay, lay down, okay (release word), no, come, paw/other pay, high five/other high five, dance, off (dont touch) / take it / thank you (give it to me), hide and seek: go find it (toy) / where am I, ouch/game over (if she touches you with her mouth, signifies end of game), go to bed, go outside (bathroom)/inside
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
fine
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Primary stressors include other dogs and fireworks
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Yes - she's currently on a very structured schedule--am: let out of crate, breakfast, bathroom, play time; pm: feeding, bathroom; late pm: bathroom, play time, bed time (crate). Does best on a routine, will likely adapt to other routines. When at sitters, accustomed to using a doggy door to go to the bathroom as needed..
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
Lola suffers from chornic allergies (allergy tested) making her prone to ear infections. Allergens include dust mite, yeast, and sycamore trees. Allergy shots have reduced infections and AKC insurance (only insurance currently covering chronic allergies) covers majority of vet bills.
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::
Had anaplasmosis/ehrlichiosis (tick disease) over summer, treated and recovered.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No known bite history (~3 years). Was mouthy when playing when we first took her in, but have trained her to not put her mouth on people when playing.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
~5-8 weeks (bath, nail trim). She naturally has longer nail quicks, so nails look long and require more frequent nail trimming. Currently goes to the groomer, but could be washed/have nails trimmed at home.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Gets Oravet dental chew daily; recent vet visits have shown teeth in good health, no need for cleaning
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?:
Aggressive: Does not get along with other dogs and may show aggressive behavior.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Her sweet, silly face
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Lola would thrive in a home with children to play with, a fenced in backyard to run, and minimal exposure to other dogs (e.g., vet visits, neighborhood walks). We mostly want Lola to find a home where she can participate in the family's daily life and they would enjoy her companionship..
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Foster Pet
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
Ahwatukee Commons Veterinary Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Dry Food: Purina Pro Plan Specialied Sensitive Skin & Stomach With Probiotics Large Breed. Not accustomed to receiving treats aside from dental chews. Occassionally gets frozen peanut butter kongs (loves). Does not get people food except holidays (steak, burger).
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
Yes
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)
