YAM YAM - PIT BULL TERRIER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
American Pit Bull Terrier Dogs For Adoption in Martinez, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
YAM YAM
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Adult
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Location
Martinez, CA, 94553 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat). Meet Yam Yam If youâve been holding out for a dog who can melt your heart just by walking into the room, your wait is officially over. Yam Yam is a 4-year-old brindle boy with white socks, soft eyes, and a squishy face that could convince even the most cold-hearted person to drop everything and baby-talk him. Heâs equal parts handsome, goofy, and tenderâand he knows it. Hereâs what life with Yam Yam looks like: Professional Velcro Dog â He loves to sit next to his person, no matter where you are. Couch? Yes. Desk? Absolutely. Heâs happiest just being nearby, soaking up the love, and nudging for a few more pets. Gets Along With Other Dogs â Yam Yam enjoys the company of the resident dog in his foster home. They hang out together, sometimes cuddle up, and Yam Yam even lets his foster brother clean his feet (true friendship right there). Bedtime Is Sacred â Couch cuddles? Yam Yam is happy to share. But when the lights go out and itâs time to curl up in bed, thatâs his special moment with his person. In his foster home, that means he snoozes peacefully in his crate at night (no fuss at all). In a one-dog household, though, heâd likely be over the moon to snuggle right up in bed with you. Crate Pro â Speaking of crates, heâs fully trained and quiet as a mouse in his. No complaints, no drama. House Manners in Progress â Yam Yam didnât come to foster care housetrained, but heâs made great strides. With consistency, heâs getting the hang of it and will keep improving in a patient home. Independent Streak â Heâs generally fine left alone for a few hours and not the type to chew up your shoes or rearrange your furniture. That said, like most dogs, he does best when he isnât asked to hold down the fort for marathon stretches. Backyard Explorer â Heâs got a nose for squirrels (and the occasional bird). Itâs adorable watching him light up in âbackyard patrolâ modeâbut it also means cats or tiny housemates probably wonât appreciate his enthusiasm. Road Trips = Not His Thing â Cars make him a little drooly and dramatic, but he does fine in the back seat as long as the windowâs not wide open. (Think: âAre we there yet?â but in dog form.) Did We Mention the Face? â That face. That squishy, puppy-eye, soul-melting face. We dare you to resist it. Yam Yam has been in foster since June, and his foster family is smitten. Heâs adorable, funny, and incredibly loving. He just needs a forever home that can give him the love (and bedtime cuddles) he deserves.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
Additional Information
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Organization name
Contra Costa Animal Services
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Location:
Martinez, California, 94553 USAUSA
Breed overview
American Pit Bull Terrier
A.K.A.: Pit Bull, APBT, AmStaff, American Staffordshire Terrier, Stafford, Staffy, Pibble, Pittie, Bully, Bull breed, Working Pit, Colby Pit, Old Family Dog, Old Family Red Nose, Red Nose Pit, Blue Nose Pit, Game Dog, Fighting Dog, Gladiator Dog, Nanny Dog, American Bull Dog, Bull and Terrier, Half-and-Half, Yankee Terrier, Irish Pit Bull, English Pit Bull
Overview:
The American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) is a robust and intelligent breed, originating in the United States from crossbreeding Old English Terriers and Old English Bulldogs for dog-fighting purposes. Physically, they are medium-sized, known for their muscular build, broad heads, and powerful jaws, typically weighing between 30-60 pounds. Their coats are short and come in a wide array of colors. Temperamentally, a well-socialized APBT is often described as loyal, affectionate, and people-oriented, displaying a playful and sometimes clownish demeanor. They can be excellent family companions, provided they receive consistent training and early socialization, though their high energy levels mean they thrive with active owners. While they can adapt to apartment living with sufficient exercise, a house with a secure yard is often preferred. Notable health considerations include a predisposition to hip and elbow dysplasia, allergies, and certain heart conditions.
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