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My name is Jethro!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 20 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Approve Application

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Pay Fee

6

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $225

This helps Stray Haven Humane Society & SPCA with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Age
3 years 2 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
64 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
T2024140

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

From Jethro's temporary foster family:

"A report on my temporary foster dog from Stray Haven Humane Society. I picked up Jethro from the shelter on Thursday. He had just arrived Wednesday on a transport from Southern shelters trying to make room for animals now homeless because of Hurricane Helene.
Jethro is a big, beautiful, young male pit mix who has been neutered and vet-checked. He is a little timid and apprehensive due to all the changes in his life but has settled in well with me as his temporary caretaker.
We had a nice relaxing walk this morning taking in the autumn weather and colors. He is a large dog and a strong puller when excited. I've found walking him in the fields is more relaxing for both of us rather than in the woods. He gets supercharged with the smells and sounds of wildlife so he is harder to walk. In the field, I can see and check that we won't be flushing out any critters. He tells me that he is used to hunting wild boars down south but that might be him trying to pad his resume with fake news. I have used a leash wrap harness on him which helps a lot when he does start to pull.
Dog meets have not gone well here with the resident dogs so I would say he is dog selective. This may be due to him still settling in but he doesn't appear to appreciate anyone who challenges his space. The shelter was told he participated in playgroups in the southern shelter so a dog friend is not out of the question.
He keeps his kennel space here very neat and clean and doesn't seem to have separation anxiety. He does silly little puppy jumps when greeting me and appears to understand his size and not jump with paws up unless I am seated. He loves butt rubs!!
We are working on waiting to go through doors since he started trying to rush through. He is doing very well with this! Also with sitting to wait for a treat that he takes gently. He is great at this!!
I think he would be a very loyal loving companion for someone willing to put in the work with him. He will be returning to Stray Haven in Waverly by October 16th. If someone would like to meet him sooner arrangements can be made to have him at the shelter before that date.
So if you are looking for a handsome macho man who has a soft sensitive side with some silliness thrown in I think Jethro could be the one for you ❤."
Stray Haven Humane Society & SPCA
194 Shepard Rd., Waverly, NY 14892
(607) 565-2859, www.strayhavenspca.org
Open hours:
Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday-Sunday 10am-4pm
Closed on Mondays
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
T2024140
Contact
Address
194 Shepard Road, Waverly, NY 14892
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

We are open to the public. No appointment is necessary to visit.

2.

Submit Application

Application is completed and turned in for review.

3.

Approve Application

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

5.

Pay Fee

6.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Stray Haven requires an in-person visit with our adoptable pets and completion of the adoption application. Our standard adoption donation is $225 for adult dogs, $275 for puppies, and $100 for cats, and $120 for kittens. All adoption packages and specials include up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter and microchipping.

Go meet their pets

Visit Stray Haven and our adoptable pets:
Mondays - CLOSED
Tuesdays - 10:00am-5:00pm
Wednesdays - 10:00am-5:00pm
Thursdays - 10:00am-5:00pm
Fridays - 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturdays - 10:00am-4:00pm
Sundays - 10:00am-4:00pm

Local events are posted on our website and Facebook page!

More about this shelter

Stray Haven Humane Society & SPCA is a small private non-profit humane society dedicated to ensuring the protection of animals through education and service. Since 1967, Stray Haven has served Tioga County, NY and neighboring communities, providing shelter and care for homeless animals. Today we continue to offer many services with the generous support of the public, including pet adoptions, spay/neuter programs, dog obedience classes, pet therapy, cruelty investigations, humane education, children’s outreach programs and rewarding volunteer opportunities.

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