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GRACIE - PIT BULL TERRIER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Mutt Dogs For Adoption in Springfield, MA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
GRACIE
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Springfield, MA, 01104 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat). Gracie isn't a puppy - she's fun sized! Gracie is a full grown dog and will not get any taller. Even with food insecurity in her past, Gracie has shown the TJO family nothing but trust (and zoomies) since arriving here. Gracie was returned to TJO because her new humans were unable to keep her safe - she was eating inedible objects. Gracie's best fit would be with essentially a toddler-proofed home; anything that could fit in her mouth might accidently be swallowed resulting in pain, costly surgery, or loss of life. OTHER PETS: Gracie is currently more focused on humans than other dogs; she is calm and relaxed with other dogs, simply soliciting attention from the humans around her more often than not. She does have a high energy level and is very jumpy which might make her a little overwhelming for more sedentary dogs. Gracie would likely do well with other independent minded dogs. [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: [First Dog] VETERINARY CARE: [Routine] GROOMING: [Minimal] KIDS: Gracie is easily excitable, while excitited she is jumpy and mouthy (without pressure.) She focuses on her food and eats quickly, but has not exhibit resource guarding while at TJO even though she arrived at TJO underweight. Gracie would do best with humans that would not be easily injured by her excited jumps and would help slow her eating by using a slow feeder and giving her space when she does eat. [12+ / Dog Savvy (Must Meet First)] ACTIVITY LEVEL: Gracie has a lot of energy, she seems like she is always on the go - even walking around her slow feeder while she eats! Regular exercise and playtimes combined with enrichment from toys and positive reinforcement training will keep her mind and muscles in great shape while meeting her needs. [Good Walking Buddy / Olympic Athlete] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Gracie bond with her new owner as well as help her learn skills and tricks. She will need some extra support and understanding as she learns how to express excitement in safe ways with positive reinforcement. [Moderate]
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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CREATE A WANTED ADRescue Information
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Organization name
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
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Location:
Springfield, Massachusetts, 01104 USAUSA
Breed overview
Overview:
A mongrel, mutt, or mixed-breed dog, is a dog that is not the result of breeding within an existing breed or to modify or create a breed and belongs to no breed. In the United States, the term "mixed-breed" is a favored synonym over "mongrel" among many who wish to avoid negative connotations associated with the latter term. The implication that such dogs must be a mix of defined breeds may stem from an inverted understanding of the origins of dog breeds. Pure breeds have been, for the most part, artificially created from random-bred populations by human selective breeding with the purpose of enhancing desired physical, behavioral, or temperamental characteristics. Dogs that are not purebred are not necessarily a mix of such defined breeds. Therefore, among experts and fans of such dogs, "Mongrel" is still the preferred term.
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