KONA - STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Alameda, CA, 94501, USA
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KONA - STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dogs For Adoption in Alameda, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
KONA
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Senior
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Location
Alameda, CA, 94501 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier (medium coat). ⢠knows exactly what she wants out of life ⢠house-trained ⢠ready to get comfortable in your home At 12 years old, Kona has mastered the art of relaxation, and is looking for a peaceful space to call her own. While she may be a bit lumpy and bumpy due to age and skin sensitivities, she holds her head up and wears her years with grace and a headstrong spirit. Kona might not hear you call her name, but she sure will see the brightly colored ball she's prepared to play with! Kona will be having a mast cell removal surgery and will need a foster after 3/24. Please consider giving her the time and space she needs to recover!
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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Organization name
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter
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Location:
Alameda, California, 94501 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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