**Fostered in Tacoma, WA and ready for meet and greets!**
Petey is the most joyful dog youll ever meet. He is pure joy and love. He loves to play ball, he has a fun and outgoing personality, and he loves to engage and make you smile.
Petey, a nod to the famed dog known for the ring around his eye, is our very own little rascal! This dude is sweetness on four legs and you can see it from a mile away thanks to his huge smile and the way his whole body wags with his tail. He is as friendly as they come, eager to meet anyone he can and always ready to show off a few skills for a treat.
He plays fetch and loves it!!
Fall in love with Petey here: https://youtu.be/3EnOt4enhvQ?si=Pf0ioO3Nct9XdvWo
Petey is estimated to be 3 years old and is possibly a pittie mix but in rescue we can never be 100% sure. He currently weighs 56 lbs and is full grown, so this little barrel is exactly what you are getting for the long-haul.
An ideal home for Petey would have at least one person who love dog snuggles and thinks dreaming snores are cute, along with a yard- for running, jumping, playing and sunbathing. A basic formula for living ones best doggy life!
No cats though- Peteys interest to make everyone his friend and playmate doesnt fly for cats. When he met out house cat it was easy to see he would likely start a playful game of chase, causing chaos and confusion for the cat. The classic- dogs are from Mars and cats are from Venus cliche.
He is low to the ground so occasionally he will do a little jump for attention but a couple reminders and a request for a sit and he is all ears. If you have a treat in your hand, he speaks treat! You wanna teach him something? Just flash those snacks, and he's all in for impressing you.
Petey was great meeting other dogs of all sizes. He was happy to exist and occasionally get a moment of chase in wit the other dogs but he never showed us much dog-to-dog play. He could easily be an only dog given he gets his truest joy from his people. Play-style can also appear once a dog is settled in their forever home and a moderately playful companion would fit him best.
How could I almost forget to share his love of toys? He is adorably obsessed and we were all just as obsessed seeing him pick one he loved and carry it around then share it for a game of tug-o-war. But dont worry, hes cool with sharing or dropping them when asked.
Petey isnt just up for indoor-fun, though, he loves the outdoors too! Petey loves to zoom around our play yards here at the rescue. Hes a total nature boy, getting his paws muddy isnt a problem! Petey loves the water too- he loves to splash, wade around, and snorkel by sticking his whole face in the water. Petey does well in public too, he doesnt bark at strangers and settles quickly in new environments. Petey has been to restaurants and parks, and he does well just about everywhere. Hes great in the car too, quick to settle with no signs of anxiety! Hes just happy to be included, and along for the ride!
And while he's a barrel of playfulness and snuggles, he'll mesh best with older kids who get his playful, beefy vibe and wont get knocked over by his love. Kids 5 and up would be best because hes like a baby hippopotamus. He is super fun, not scared, very confident to initiate play with everyone and wanted to interact and engage with everyone.
So, striking face, healthy waist, and wants to stay at your place. You buy the toys and he will bring the fun! Sounds like a match made in heaven to me! Petey is available for adoption now!
If you have any questions about Petey or would like us to test him for a specific setting or detail, please be in touch! We can make most anything happen to ensure he is the correct fit for you and your life!
Please email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions.
ADOPTION APPLICATION: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/662c2689f93c13d39603e529
Available for adoption in NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed semi-truck, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Our East Coast route will travel in a private, air conditioned 3LP-run van transport.
Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. One of our Adoption Coordinators can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you!
The adoption fee is $800 and includes all vetting: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine (if old enough), multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, 2 months of heartworm preventative, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
Why adopt from Three Little Pitties?
The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog youve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it!
Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dogs needs. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be!
It doesnt stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks:
30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion (must register within 24 hours of first vet appt.)
A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week)
One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan
70% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan
Coupons for a fun visit to Petco
Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup!
We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes.
Follow our rescue journey through the links below!
https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue
*Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $74 surcharge for transport.
DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.
