Gus Gus

Pet's Name: Gus Gus

Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier

Primary Breed (if not in list): Blue nose Pitty

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 06/01/2021

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Unforgettable Paws Animal Rescue in Florida

Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: Yes foster program in Orlando Florida

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): August 1, 2021

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Medium

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 60

Primary Color: Gray or Blue (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: He loves his "flirt stick" Aka a dog version of a cat toy attached to a string and will chase it forever. Otherwise favorite activity is any kind of play with his owner

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: Come, Sit, Stay, Leave it, Go to bed, ( will go lay down even if told on camera), out (means to get away from something he shouldn't be doing immediately, Up ( to get onto furtniture), and off

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He is home alone for 12-13 hours a day due to my work schedule. He paces, licks or scratches because he doesn't enjoy being alone. He needs someone who will be home more than me. He does NOT destroy or chew things

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: No though he will bark at noises

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: He eats morning and night, doesnt do a ton of walks because he has a high metabolism and is a very lean 60 lbs already. He also will do anything his owner does.. sleep all day and relax or be active

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: None just pitty allergies

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.):

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: The skin issues have been resolved with proper food and cod liver oil to help his hair growth (90% of it is grown back)

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: No

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : 1 bath a month

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: nothing specific at this time

Personality:

How is your dog with other dogs?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.

How is your dog with cats?: Shy: A bit nervous around cats but not aggressive.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: His howl, he howls when hes happy

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: He just needs someone who will be home more than I am and can give him the love and attention he deserves

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: I had 3 homes that he almost got adopted by. The first 2 had dogs that attacked him, He wasn't bit but this led to the third home for Gus being full of anxiety for Gus and Gus barked at and resourced guarded against the dog in the third home. Gus has always lived with other dogs. At one point he lived with 4 dogs and 2 cats and currently lives with 2 dogs now. However this behavior newly started due to the recent dogs attacking him and I dont feel comfortable rehoming him to anyone with other pets at this time.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Schedule, No Time

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): I used to work from home, but got divorced and now moved from FL to CT. I do not work from home and have 3 dogs in a studio apartment. Gus needs more attention than I can give as the other 2 are completely fine sleeping all day.

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?: Two weeks

Who is your veterinarian?: New england emergency vet in windsor

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: no quirks, but eats Earthborn Holistic Great plains Feast Bison meal & Vegetables, grain free dry dog food

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

City, State: Enfield, CT

Zip Code: 06082

How did you hear about us?: Google Search

Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): Chat GPT

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