TEDDY - BULLDOG / AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIER / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Bulldog / American Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. MEET TEDDY! We are excited to introduce Teddy, whose journey has not been easy. Last summer, a Good Samaritan brought him to the county shelter after he was bumped by a car. Thankfully, X-rays showed no fractures, though two metal objects, likely bullets, were discovered. Teddy showed clear signs of long-term neglect, including muscle atrophy, pressure sores from confinement, severe weight loss, inflamed skin, anemia, and heartworm disease. With the shelter over capacity, Teddy sadly ended up on the euthanasia list. After months of TLC, countless vet visits, treatment for skin and ear infections, diagnostics to uncover the cause of his anemia, and a stable foster home to help him heal, Teddy is now ready for his forever home. He’s gained weight, his coat looks amazing, and his inflammation is under control. He’s completed heartworm treatment, and he’s now on medication to manage his thyroid condition, which contributed to his anemia. Teddy has proven to be an incredible pup companion and cuddle bug with his humans. He has excellent house manners, is crate and house trained, rides well in the car, and adores his people. While he can still be a little nervous in brand-new environments, he warms up to visitors (after a few barks) and is soon asking for pets and snuggles. He’s been great with his foster mom Lou’s grandkids and naturally gravitates toward them. Today, Teddy is finally enjoying life. He loves toys, sunbathing, backyard playtime with his pack, and curling up as close as possible to his foster mom on the couch. Lou says Teddy thinks he’s a lap dog and always wants to be touching his humans, despite weighing 75 pounds now! Teddy was truly a mission dog who needed significant time, care, and resources. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up for him, from the shelter advocate who saw his sweet spirit and fought for him, to his foster mom, Lou, and our veterinary partners who helped bring him back to health. This handsome boy is ready for his forever home. Best suited for a calm home environment and patient owners who will give him time to acclimate and gradually expose him to new things. He'd be great wtih a dog buddy, but could be an only dog too. No cats! Apply today! BREED ESTIMATE: American Pit Bull Terrier Mix GENDER: Male APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 75 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 3.5 years old COAT TYPE: short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 VET INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped/treated for hw LOCATION: Rock Hill, SC FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to adopt.worthydog and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to foster.worthydog and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

• Physical Attributes

  Likes to Vocalize:

  Some

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	No
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Fetch Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Even-Tempered Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations