IRENE - PIT BULL TERRIER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Catasauqua, PA, 18032, USA
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IRENE - PIT BULL TERRIER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Mutt Dogs For Adoption in Catasauqua, PA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Irene
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Catasauqua, PA, 18032 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Reintroducing Irene Irene came to us from ACCT Philly with what we originally thought was just excessive skin flaking. After months of treatments that weren’t helping and a visit to the Dermatologist, we finally have answers. Irene has been diagnosed with non-epidermolytic ichthyosis. So what does that mean for Irene? Non-epidermolytic ichthyosis is a genetic, incurable skin condition that causes dry, flaky, “fish-like” scaling on the skin and coat. While there is no cure, it is manageable with consistent care. Irene will need regular topical treatments including moisturizing shampoos, emollients, and essential fatty acid supplements to help maintain her skin barrier and keep her comfortable. What this means for a future family is simple — sometimes Irene will have flare ups that cause large flakes of skin. She needs a home that understands her condition and is willing to help manage it so she can continue thriving. And Irene is SO worth it. She currently lives with both small and large dogs as well as cats. Irene does best with slow introductions and a proper shutdown period because her excitement can sometimes be misunderstood. Once she settles in, her personality shines through. She would thrive with an active family committed to continuing her training and helping her work on her manners. We would absolutely love to see Irene in a local foster-to-adopt home while she adjusts and settles into her new life. Please share Irene — it’s finally her time to shine ✨ Visit .outcastrescue to apply PA Kennel License #16187
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Short Grooming Needs: Low Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: Yes OK with Cats: Yes Energy Level: Moderate Activity Level: Moderately Active Exercise Needs: Moderate Fence Required: Not Required Obedience Training: Needs Training Other: - Leash Trained
- Crate Trained
- Good in a Car
- Likes to Play with Toys
- Likes to Be in Your Lap
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Obedient
- Playful
- Affectionate
- Eager to Please
- Even-Tempered
- Goofy
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
- Ongoing Medical Care Needed
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CREATE A WANTED ADRescue Information
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Organization name
Outcast Rescue
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Location:
Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, 18032 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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