Hunter

Pet's Name: Hunter

Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier

Primary Breed (if not in list): Mix

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 4 years old

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Fostering from a shelter

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

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): Not adopted

Gender: Male

Size (at full-grown): Large

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 70

Primary Color: White (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Chew toys, tug of war toys, daily walks

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?: Does well in crate when I am at work

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Severe anxiety and stress from being at shelter for almost 2 years

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Two feedings a day; daily walks; sleeps with me and snuggles

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: Reactivity to loud sounds from cars, vacuums, lawnmowers, etc

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:: Severe anxiety and depression from long term shelter stay. He was a country stray.

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Needs to be in a home it’s no dogs

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Needs teeth brushing but doesn’t need grooming other than baths

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: Chews and greenies

Personality:

How is your dog with children?: Best in an adult home for now: Has not been around children, or finds them overwhelming.

How is your dog with other dogs?: Best as the only dog: Has reacted to other dogs and should live in a home without them.

How is your dog with cats?: Best in a home without cats: Has reacted to cats and should live in a home without them.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Very sweet and gentle with me. Desperate for love and a person that can help him.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Someone that will take time to help him with his emotional and reactive issues

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He needs someone to love him and treat him with special care. I have a trainer that I can help with the cost for the right person. They can do in person or virtual training. This is an urgent situation due to my health issues and needing to be in a home without other pets.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Pet Parent Illness

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Also needs to be in a home without other pets.

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?: Duncan Animal Clinic

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Hill’s science diet from the shelter but can change to a different diet with a gradual change

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

City, State: Duncan, Ok

Zip Code: 73533

How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter

Service Level: Tailored Placement: Full Support for Behavioral or Medical Needs