My name is Mr. Winston!

I am a 2yr American Staffordshire Terrier mix, that is smart, eager to please, with the best smile and the softest low shed coat. I am happy to chill or play; really whatever you want to do I will follow your lead because my goal is to just be around my people. My favorite things to do are to go for walks, ride in the car, fine dining, and play fetch or tug. I am a gold medalist in the cuddle department. I am a tank, so carrying around all this muscle makes me medium to low energy so I prefer multiple short walks a day.

My foster parents say that I am extremely intelligent and really want to execute my cues properly. I have had 10 one on one training sessions. I lay down, sit, stay, go to my bed, walk on a leash well, I'm fully potty and crate trained and I LOVE treats which makes me a breeze to train! I do have a puppy brain so sometimes I black out, but overall I'm 95% perfect with bouts of deafness and it's hard for me to focus when I'm scared. Back in October of 2023, I was found on the side of the road. I was neglected, abused and thrown away like trash. I weighed half my body weight and couldn't even stand without shaking, I never had the chance to socialize or be a carefree puppy. My foster parents took me in and have been providing stability and teaching me how to be a dog. I am still very weary of strangers, particularly men, and can be unsure in new surroundings but I'm getting better every day. I even quit Army crawling around the block or hiding from the T.V.

From my past abuse and neglect, I take some time to warm up to other dogs. I hate being barked at but will tolerate anything from my dog friends. I want to be liked by everyone so I'm working really hard at introducing myself properly. I currently live with two other dogs and accept that the 20lb, 13 year old dog is the boss. In an ideal world, I would be the center of attention.

I am very curious about children and I'm always happy to see them but I like my space and time to process my surroundings without being overwhelmed or forced into interactions. Ideally I would prefer older children, 13 years and older, or a home with no children.

I love toys that I can tug, shake, and pull the stuffing out of. If they squeak I am in heaven. I am good at fetch and will play until your arm is tired.

I really need kindness, consistency, and continued training. New situations can be overwhelming to me, someone who is confident will allow me to calm down quickly. I am a goofy guy who will promise to make you smile and if you're introverted without a bunch of people coming into the house I would be really grateful. If you prove to be trustworthy, I will show you what love really is because I have so much to give. I may do best as an only dog and in a home with no children.

My adoption fee includes a personalized training program.