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American Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier
Color
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Age
2 years 8 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
60 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
2025011
My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Handsome, hunky Mr. Brando has been in foster care since June 2024, and he is SO ready to begin his new life as your very best baby boy!
Brando's background is a bit of a mystery, although it seems clear that he was someone's beloved pet before being picked up as a stray (and never reclaimed) back in May. Brando says, "I know I'm a little intimidating with my big muscles and big noggin, but underneath this brawn is the soul of a Loverboy.
Brando LOVES walks but tends to pull on the leash out of excitement. He is highly food-motivated and can be redirected when he spots something (or someone) that interests him. He has been friendly and polite when he's met other humans on walks and doesn't seem bothered by cyclists, skateboarders, etc.
Brando had entropion surgery on both his eyes in June 2024; however, the condition possibly went untreated for long enough to have impacted his vision. He doesn't seem to see particularly well at night and will bark at strange shadows and movements he perceives in the dark outside. This isn't a big deal; it's something to be aware of!
This boy is completely housetrained. He is also crate trained, but when crated, he will whine and fuss when left alone in a separate room. But he did better when crated in the same room as his foster's other dogs. His foster did stop crating him, and so far, he's never misbehaved.
His foster has only two stipulations for his new family. First, because he is a very strong dog, he will need an owner who feels comfortable handling a dog of his size and strength. As noted earlier, he's a leash-puller, so his primary handler needs to be someone with good balance and grip strength and willingness to work on leash walking.
Second, his future owner needs to be willing to conduct proper, safe introductions between him and other dogs. He can be good with other dogs but is territorial.
Foster has found he does best when introduced to new dogs away from home. Once he can view other dogs as not being an "intruder," he can enjoy their company.
Brando enjoys the company of female dogs more than male dogs'. So, his foster thinks a home with only female dogs would be best.
Brando is a fairly low-maintenance fella who loves the simple things in life: ---long walks, lazy mornings, abundant cuddles, and yummy snacks.
In return, he promises to be the most faithful companion you can imagine!
Breed Experience is a must for this guy - he's gorgeous but he needs someone who understands how he thinks!!
Name: Brando Breed: Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier Sex: Male Age: 2 years 7 months (1/14/25 est.) Weight: 60lbs Spayed/Neutered: yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Neg on recent testing Microchipped: Yes
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Over 7 Good with Dogs: Selective Good with Cats: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable)
Location of dog currently: Memphis TN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
Handsome, hunky Mr. Brando has been in foster care since June 2024, and he is SO ready to begin his new life as your very best baby boy!
Brando's background is a bit of a mystery, although it seems clear that he was someone's beloved pet before being picked up as a stray (and never reclaimed) back in May. Brando says, "I know I'm a little intimidating with my big muscles and big noggin, but underneath this brawn is the soul of a Loverboy.
Brando LOVES walks but tends to pull on the leash out of excitement. He is highly food-motivated and can be redirected when he spots something (or someone) that interests him. He has been friendly and polite when he's met other humans on walks and doesn't seem bothered by cyclists, skateboarders, etc.
Brando had entropion surgery on both his eyes in June 2024; however, the condition possibly went untreated for long enough to have impacted his vision. He doesn't seem to see particularly well at night and will bark at strange shadows and movements he perceives in the dark outside. This isn't a big deal; it's something to be aware of!
This boy is completely housetrained. He is also crate trained, but when crated, he will whine and fuss when left alone in a separate room. But he did better when crated in the same room as his foster's other dogs. His foster did stop crating him, and so far, he's never misbehaved.
His foster has only two stipulations for his new family. First, because he is a very strong dog, he will need an owner who feels comfortable handling a dog of his size and strength. As noted earlier, he's a leash-puller, so his primary handler needs to be someone with good balance and grip strength and willingness to work on leash walking.
Second, his future owner needs to be willing to conduct proper, safe introductions between him and other dogs. He can be good with other dogs but is territorial.
Foster has found he does best when introduced to new dogs away from home. Once he can view other dogs as not being an "intruder," he can enjoy their company.
Brando enjoys the company of female dogs more than male dogs'. So, his foster thinks a home with only female dogs would be best.
Brando is a fairly low-maintenance fella who loves the simple things in life: ---long walks, lazy mornings, abundant cuddles, and yummy snacks.
In return, he promises to be the most faithful companion you can imagine!
Breed Experience is a must for this guy - he's gorgeous but he needs someone who understands how he thinks!!
Name: Brando Breed: Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier Sex: Male Age: 2 years 7 months (1/14/25 est.) Weight: 60lbs Spayed/Neutered: yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Neg on recent testing Microchipped: Yes
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Over 7 Good with Dogs: Selective Good with Cats: Unknown
Adoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable)
Location of dog currently: Memphis TN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)
Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.
Donation: $450.00 (includes $140.00 transport fee paid directly to USDA approved transport company)
The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)
Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.
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All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.
All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.
More about this rescue
PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.
Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.
PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.
Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.
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