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My name is
Brussel Sprout!

Posted over 6 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

My basic info

Breed
American Staffordshire Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
2 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Brussel Sprout aka Brussel is a youthful, energetic pittie, whose big, white head and big, grey eyes will bulldoze his way into your heart. Brussel was a rescued from a bad home life and spent many months at animal control. Despite this, his zest for life has no bounds. He is cautious of new things, people, and sounds. But with some encouragement, he quickly warms up.

Brussel is curious about new dogs, and we believe with proper introductions, he would be a great playmate. Brussel is cautious about new people, and generally warms up to them. He can get nervous about loud sounds or unexpected sounds, so he should be monitored around all kids and would do well with some training!

Brussel has quick bouts of energy after naps and eating, but is then great with snoozing for several hours throughout the day. He would be great for a family that enjoys leisurely walks with some play thrown in but also likes lazy days to cuddle on the couch. Brussel is a smart cookie and knows "sit" and "crate/house".

Brussel Sprouts will win you over with his joyous love that he gives you unconditionally. He will be a great companion to someone one day. Brussel Sprouts, despite his past, is excellent on leash. He doesn't pull, he walks with or right ahead of you. He is also great in the car and will spread out and snooze. Three words to describe Brussel? Playful, snuggly, and cautious!

Looking for a playful cuddle bug to complete your home? Fill out an application here: https://www.playersforpits.com/adoption-survey If you have specific questions before applying, please feel free to email inquiries@playersforpits.com If you are interested in adopting please go directly to www.playersforpits.com to apply. Inquires without specific questions will not be replied to.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Phone
Address
463 W Fullerton, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption Fees:
Puppies (12 weeks old - 6months): $400
Puppies (6 months - 1 year): $350
Adults (1 year - 9 years): $300
Seniors (10+ years old): $150

1. We require an adoption application to be completed in its entirety. Any application with questions not answered fully will not be considered complete and will not be processed.
2. We check your references and process your application.
3. Phone/email interview - we notify you that we have received your application and go over any areas of concern or speak to you more about the dog in which you are applying for.
4. Set up a meet and greet - this can be at an adoption event, in your home or at the fosters home.
5. Pet meet and greet - we make sure your current pets and your potential new family member are a good match! If you are adopting a dog that is currently with either of our trainers, we will have you bring your dog(s) to our trainer for the meet and greet. **We will not adopt a dog into a situation we do not believe the dog can handle. The dogs are our #1 priority.
6. Finalize the adoption - sign the adoption contract and pay adoption fee - we accept cash or check.

Your adoption fee covers all vaccinations, fecal test, heartworm test, etc as well as spay/neuter and microchipping. No pets will be adopted out until they have a clean bill of health from our veterinarian.

Go meet their pets

View all of our adoptable pets on our website, at www.playersforpits.com as well as daily updates on our facebook page at www.facebook.com/playersforpits.

We hold adoptions events 2-4 times a month at Wet Nose (Geneva, IL location) as well as Kriser's (Glen Ellyn, IL location). Please email us or visit our website if you would like info on our next adoption event! Info@playersforpits.com

More about this rescue

Players for Pits is a 501c3, non profit rescue that connects professional athletes to the community in order to come together to take a stand against the abuse and neglect of animals. PFP serves the western suburbs of Chicago and is a foster based rescue, so the dogs in our care are in foster homes learning the basics of being a well balanced dog versus being in cages at loud boarding facilities.

The athletes involved in our rescue actively support the rescue efforts and help by spreading the word of dogs in need. It is the mission of Players for Pits to educate dog owners about proper pet care - both physical and mental - so that the dogs in our care can be happy, well balanced members of society. It is our goal to rescue dogs from high kill shelters and place them into loving homes in the suburbs. At Players for Pits we stand up for pit bulls, who's character is routinely tarnished and often misrepresented. We recognize the pit bull for what it is: a DOG. And any dog with the right care and owners can be a wonderful pet. While we are an advocate for pit bulls, we do not discriminate based on breed and will take in other breeds if they need you help. Players for Pits is also very active in the community and we co-host clinics to help struggling families maintain their pets health, we train pit bull type dogs to become therapy dogs for children with abusive backgrounds, and we try to involve the community in our goal to reduce pet abandonment.

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