Lucy was a year old in December and is a 40lb muscle bound, love/snuggle bug. She has never met a stranger. She loves everything and everyone. High energy. She's great in a car. She loves to chase squirrels, birds carpenter bees...yes them too! She just needs room to run and/or frequent opportunities to be outside in a fenced yard. Her zoomies are fun to watch just be careful because she may run into you (smaller children & frail seniors are a concern for this) Not a mean bone in her body just super excited. She walks well on a leash but better with harness/leash combo because she's so strong. She loves rope type toys and chew toys and gets the zoomies and plays by herself sometimes. Lucy needs a large fenced in yard so she can run at will. That's my problem. She has alot of energy despite 3-4 mile walks 3-4 times a week.
I have electric fence collars and she will not leave my foot if the collar is on because she got zapped real good twice. But if I leave it off she will chase a squirrel and then run all over the neighborhood and go visit everyone. When that happens she won't comeback when called. Lucy is house-trained but I still tend to crate her when I leave the house. She will sit & shake. She's good on a leash but better with a harness and leash. She is a jumper so that is still a work in progress. Lucy is up to date on everything and not due for an annual again until August 2026.
Pet's Name:
Lucy
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
Dec 2024
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Richmond Animal League (RAL)
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
Henrico Animal Control, then RAL
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
August 2025
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
40
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
any chew toy/bone. Running, zoomies
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Shake
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
I typically crate her when I leave. On very rare occassion as long as 9 hours. But typically 3-5 is normal when I have to.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
her e-collar.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
AM/PM feed. Walks several times a day. Certainly loves a good long walk.
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::
Very healthy
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Absolutely not
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Bath 1x month or so. "brush"/wipe down every week or 2
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
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
She's a lover of all things. Never met a stranger.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
She needs a good sized fenced yard so she can run around
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
She' loves belly rubs and a great lapdog but she also is a jumper and is persistent despite correction
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Housing is Inadequate for Pet
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
I don't have a fenced yard. I have e-collar fence. And since she got zapped 2x she is petrified if I put the collar on even if it's off. She won't move. And even though I take her on walks she needs to run around. And she chases a squirrel or dee and then keeps going to neighbors homes and that's not good. Then she won't come back when called.
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?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
River Run Veterinary Clinic
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
none
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Powhatan, VA
Zip Code:
23139
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Powhatan Animal Control
Service Level:
Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose