PISTON - BELGIAN SHEPHERD MALINOIS / PIT BULL TERRIER / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Palmer, AK, 99654, USA
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PISTON - BELGIAN SHEPHERD MALINOIS / PIT BULL TERRIER / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Mutt Dogs For Adoption in Palmer, AK, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Piston
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Young
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Location
Palmer, AK, 99654 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Piston is currently in a foster home. If you are interested in meeting him, please call the shelter to we can coordinate with his foster (: If youâre looking for a fun-loving, social, and slightly goofy best friend, Piston might just be your guy! This young pup is full of personality and absolutely adores peopleâseriously, he hasnât met a stranger yet. Heâs easy to handle, tolerant of all the grooming essentials (bath and blow dry included!), and thrives on human interaction. Piston is a playful pup through and through. He loves to wrestle, chase, and hang out with other dogs, though he can get a little extra enthusiastic (weâre working on those manners!). Heâs also got a bit of a silly streakâexpect the occasional jump or a friendly nose bop when he gets excited. His foster is working hard to help curb this behavior! Like many young dogs, Piston is still learning the ropes. Heâs currently working hard on his basic skills like sit, down, kennel, and walking nicely on leash. Heâs a smart boy who enjoys training and settles nicely after getting his exercise and mental stimulation. Heâs already doing great with crate training and has been keeping his space cleanâgold star, Piston! Piston does show some typical puppy behaviors, like mouthing when heâs overstimulated and wanting to stay close to his people (heâs not a fan of being left out of the action just yet). Because of this, heâll do best with an experienced owner who can continue his training and provide the structure he needs to grow into a well-mannered adult dog. A home with other playful dogs could be a great match for him, but a home with young children may be a bit overwhelming while heâs still learning his manners. Cats? Heâs curious and excitable, so slow introductions and management would be important. Piston is a bright, happy pup with so much potential. With the right guidance, heâs going to grow into an incredible companion. If youâre ready for a loyal sidekick who will keep you smiling and on your toes, Piston is ready to meet you!
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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Organization name
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Animal Care and Regulation
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Location:
Palmer, Alaska, 99654 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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