Luke is everything that you could dream of in a big dog. He’s 75 pounds of pure canine- silly, goofy, rambunctious at times but snuggly too. He’s a hugger, a kisser, and a joyful player. He’s a dream dog, looking for love in the form of an experienced dog owner- he is a 75 pound rescue dog, after all, and manners don’t exactly come naturally to those. We’re looking forward to seeing Luke blossom into the 100% good boy, perfect dog that we know he can be.
Fall in love with Luke here: https://youtu.be/MpDX-3govvU?si=-lwCXNA2CIWB31JP
We think that Luke is a shepherd mix, estimated to be 1 year old. Luke is a rescue, so his exact age and breed are unknown and cannot be guaranteed.
With humans, Luke is mostly a gentle giant. He loves a good couch snuggle, and he gives sweet soft kisses. He likes to play with sticks, rope toys and balls, and he sits so politely to take toys and treats. He shares his toys well, and he is so, so silly and just absolutely addicting to be around. And so handsome, so charming! We’re head over heels for this boy, if you can’t tell.
He can, at times, jump for affection, and his leash manners need some polishing. These are the type of little tweaks he’ll need, that drive our desire to see him in an “experienced dog people” home. Our behavior team has begun training Luke to walk on a gentle leader, a specialized type of leash that uses doggy-psychology to keep their attention on their handler. 16 days in, our Director of Behavior calls the difference “night and day.” He’s a quick learner, eager to please and so young and intelligent. In the right hands, Luke will be the best dog in the world.
In the home, Luke has a great basic foundation of house manners. He doesn’t mark or potty indoors here at the rescue. He gets off of the couch when you ask him to. He’s a respectful, sweet boy that loves to lounge in the AC, roll around on the floor, and enjoy all of the simple pleasures that life with loving humans can bring.
With other dogs, Luke is the life of the playgroup. He has a silly, rambunctious play-style that never fails to get the doggy party started. He does well with dogs much smaller than him, we’ve seen him play well with dogs as small as 30 pounds. He loves to play chase with the other dogs! We think he would do well in a home with another moderately playful dog to keep him company. However, he is so people focused and loving that he could definitely thrive as your one and only.
Luke’s perfect home will have at least one loving human to call his own, but he’s not too picky about the rest. We do not recommend a home with kitties for Luke, and we do not recommended apartment living for Luke. Luke does ask that you stock up on tennis balls, sticks and nylabones in anticipation of his arrival! Save a seat for him on your couch, too, please.
Luke is such a dream, so handsome, so precious, looking for his forever family. He is worth every little tweak and training sesh that he’ll require. And he’ll absolutely love spending that time with you, you will bond so much in that time. We are willing to test this dog with anything you need us to in order to ensure he’s the perfect match for you! We can make most anything happen! Just let us know. Apply to adopt Luke today, this sweet handsome boy won’t last long.
Apply Here: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/66d2351aaeed0fd00906c6a4
E-mail kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions.
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 $825 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 you’ve 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 dog’s 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 doesn’t 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.
