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My name is Gus!

Posted 1 month ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Approve Application

3

Home Check

Adoption fee: $350

This helps Dark Horse Dogs, NFP with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with White
Age
2 years 1 month old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
45 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
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:

Dog Name: Gus
Age: 1-2 years
Gender: Male
Breed: Pit mix
Weight: 45 lbs
Crate trained: Yes
Potty trained: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Yes, but depends on cat
Kid friendly: Older kids
Vaccinated: Yes
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Heartworm: Negative 
Microchipped: Yes
Energy level: High
Meet Gus (also goes by Gus Gus, Gus Bus, Gus-a-tron, Mr. Gus Man, Gus-a-million, and Crazy Head) a young, goofy, and compact little man. There is nothing more in life that Gus loves more than his family. Although treats, toys, and walks are all a close second. If you’re looking for a companion that is so excited about every single thing in life they bring a smile to your face no matter what, Mr. Gus is your squatty man. As an extra bonus, he is part piglet and has a beautiful symphony of snorts and grunts that he uses to tell you just how excited he is to be alive. 
Overall, Gus is an amazing city dog, he walks well on a leash, isn’t scared by loud noises or cars, and loves meeting other people and dogs. He has also learned “leave it” and is redirected very easily if another dog doesn’t want to meet him or if he gets too excited. He is a fairly high energy dog and does best if he gets at least one long walk a day (a run or fetch would suffice too). Gus currently has two cat siblings which he is learning how to interact with and how to give them space and time. He does sometimes get very excited and try to chase but once we recall him and say leave it, he typically stops and comes back to us. 
Gus hasn’t had an accident once yet and is crate trained. He does have a good bit of anxiety, particularly of the separation variety, but exercise, confidence building, crate training and medication all help tremendously. He is a quick learner and very loyal so wants to please. When he is overstimulated or overly excited, he struggles with impulse control and jumps and gets mouthy but is starting to learn better behaviors. 
He would thrive in an active home with another dog or older kids. He is very strong and when he gets excited moves like a bowling ball so best to avoid young kids, although we are working on that. He is a good apartment/city dog but would do great in many different environments. 


If you're interested in meeting Gus, please fill out an application at the link below.

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DHDN/Dog
Rescue
Dark Horse Dogs, NFP

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Address
La Grange Highlands, IL 60525
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Approve Application

3.

Home Check

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees:
Dogs under 1 year 450.00
Dogs 1 year 350.00
Dogs over 8 years 350.00


Cats 1 year and over 100.00
Kittens under a year 150.00
Kittens ( under 1 year old ) 150.00
Pair of cats 250.00

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