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My name is Petunia!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by The Maryland SPCA

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Brindle
Age
4 years 4 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21239

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Petunia is a resilient and loving dog who was found abandoned in a crate on the shelter's property during a night we were closed. Thankfully, a kind-hearted Samaritan took her in for the evening, providing her with warmth and safety. Despite her rough start, Petunia greeted her rescuers with boundless enthusiasm, her tail wagging non-stop and her friendly personality shining through. She has a sweet nature and loves to roll over and show her belly, always eager for a bit of affection. Though she was in poor condition when found, with itchy skin and overgrown nails, Petunia is already looking and feeling better every day.

This gentle girl adores head and neck scratches but can be a bit shy about pets on her back and sides due to some lingering skin sensitivity. However, with the right care and love, her condition continues to improve, and she's ready to find a forever home where she can thrive. Petunia loves everyone she meets and enjoys long sniffing walks, taking in all the scents around her. Because of her touch sensitivity, she may do best in a home with older children who can understand her needs and give her the gentle care she deserves. Petunia also has shown some discomfort around other dogs and is required to be your one and only canine companion in her new home. If you have a dog-free home where Petunia can soak up the lime light, she is sure to bring joy and love to any family lucky enough to welcome her into your home!

Forget-Me-Nots are small, sometimes missed, flowers that symbolize true love, loyalty, and remembrance. At the Maryland SPCA, we classify a pet as a Forget-Me-Not to highlight an animal that may have some extra considerations for potential adopters to be aware of. Even though this pet may need a little extra TLC in order to fully bloom, we know they are still a strong candidate for adoption and they're sure to bring true love and loyalty into their new family. We hope you'll remember these beautiful creatures when you consider adopting.
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
21239
Contact
Address
3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21211

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Before you Arrive:

Make sure your apartment is pet-friendly. Check with your landlord about pet policies.

To make the adoption process go a little quicker, here's a list of what to bring:

- Vet records, if you currently own pets
- Lease, if you currently rent
- Any family members or roommates to meet the animals

Go meet their pets

The Maryland SPCA
3300 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21211
www.mdspca.org

Animal Visiting Hours

Monday and Tuesday: 2:30-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday - Friday: 12-5:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 12-3:30 p.m.

More about this shelter

The Maryland SPCA connects wonderful pets to loving owners. We are not affiliated with any national animal organization, and we do not receive any government or United Way funding. Our mission is to prevent cruelty and neglect of animals through fostering the humane relationship between animals and people. We operate primarily in the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan area.

To make sure that our dogs and cats do not contribute to the pet overpopulation problem, every one is spayed or neutered before going into a new home. The cost is included in the adoption fee, as are the costs of shots and other necessary care. In addition, a free Positive Pooch class is available to our dog adopters.

There is no set time limit for how long an animal can remain in our adoption program. As long as an animal maintains general good health and a sound temperament, we keep him or her until adopted. We pride ourselves on providing premium care to the animals in a clean, pleasant environment. Our adoption staff works diligently to pair up adopters with the best animal match for their homes and lifestyles.

We transport animals from other shelters to our adoption center to help more animals get adopted. We also help pet owners find new homes for their pets so their animals don’t need to enter shelter care.

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