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BUG - STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER DOG FOR ADOPTION
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dogs For Adoption in Minneapolis, MN, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Bug
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Minneapolis, MN, 55103 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Bug is a soft, snuggly sweetheart who adores her humans. She's so loving that she quickly earned the nicknames Cuddle Bug and Love Bug. At 5 years-old and 45 pounds, this Staffordshire Bull Terrier starts her day by greeting you with snuggles and then moving on to the next person to let them have a turn. Bug is a great roommate — she’s house-trained and crate-trained and treats her kennel as a safe space. She adjusted quickly to her new foster home and its routines. She's happiest when keeping you company through your daily routine. Bug will do best with humans who are home often. Bug is protective and shows some reactive behaviors, so she’s working with a professional trainer and her foster family to address those issues. In the meantime, she cannot live in a home with other dogs, cats, or young children. Bug has successfully lived with older children (10+) in the past. TRAINING UPDATE: Bug is a terrific student! She is smart, eager to please, and very responsive to food rewards. Bug has learned how to walk beautifully on a leash as well as commands such as sit and stay. As her confidence grows, she’s becoming less fearful and thus less reactive. She clearly enjoys learning new skills, as well as the extra praise and treats doled out during training sessions! Don’t let her short legs fool you — she’s fast, agile, and lives for a good game of fetch. She will require a home that has a yard (even a small one with a low fence) where she can burn off energy in short bursts. At the end of the day, she's happy to play with her favorite rubber ball that she chews like a piece of gum and watch nighttime TV, or as she sees it, uninterrupted petting time. She’s incredibly expressive, leans into every pet, and even smiles when she’s especially content. Her bark might surprise you — it’s deep and protective — but it only comes out when she’s alerting you to something unusual. If you're looking for a loyal sidekick, a cuddle bug, and a low-rider athlete with a gummy ball and a smile, Bug might just be your perfect match. If you are interested in Bug, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - pethavenmn/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/ The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.
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Physical Attributes
Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Dogs: No OK with Cats: No Other: - Housetrained
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Pet Haven Inc. of MN
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Location:
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55419 USAUSA
Breed overview
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
A.K.A.: Stafford, Staffy, English Staffy, Staffie, Nanny Dog
Overview:
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier, affectionately known as a "Staffy," is a robust and agile breed originating from 19th-century England, bred for its strength and courage. Physically, they are compact and muscular, with a broad head, pronounced cheek muscles, and a short, smooth coat that comes in various colors. Despite their powerful appearance, Staffies are renowned for their affectionate and gentle nature, particularly towards children, earning them the nickname "nanny dog." They are intelligent, highly trainable, and thrive on human companionship, making them excellent family pets. Their relatively small size and moderate exercise needs mean they can adapt well to apartment living, provided they receive daily walks and mental stimulation. Generally a healthy breed, they can be prone to certain conditions like L-2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria (L2HGA), hereditary cataracts, and patellar luxation, so responsible breeding practices are crucial. With proper socialization and training, a Staffy will be a loyal, devoted, and entertaining companion.
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