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Posted over 7 years ago
| Updated over 4 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
9 years 2 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Every dog has a story!!! Big Red's story is truly one of a survivor. Red was found by a vet tech who works at one of the clinics we use. He had been a stray in the area and there were no vision problems. Then the next day he showed up and was totally blind. She took him to the clinic and contacted us. We had him examined at Southern Veterinary Eye Care and treatment was started. The doctor thought perhaps it was a viral issue. He prescribed steriods to see if that would help. Well, it did. Slowly over a few weeks to a month his vision improved enough that we placed him at the Denham Springs Animal Shelter. We had no foster homes available for a large dog. Shortly after that the Great Flood happened. Red was placed on the roof with all the other dogs. I was frantic when I heard this. Fortunately he was rescued and transferred to ARNO in New Orleans. When their foster home could no longer keep him, I asked for him back. He is now heartworm free! He is with me and I can tell you this is the sweetest big (80+ pounds) boy and if I could I would keep him. But he deserves to be the center of attention in a home. He is great with kids and other dogs and even passed the cat test here. His vision isn't normal, but it is certainly adequate enough for him to run through the woods at my farm! He is just cautious about going out at night so he will not roam around the yard, but just stays close to the house and patio. He is crate trained and does well in the house for a few hours at a time. If you are looking for a large INSIDE dog, then please let me know. While he likes to be outside and spends a couple of hours at a time outside, we do not want him living outside. He is a dog that needs to be near his human companion. He is approximately 5 years old. We are hopeful his professional training will get him the perfect homel You can follow his progress at Southern Hound Playground..His trainer is Ryan Kropog.
A fenced yard and home visit are REQUIRED to adopt.
For more information call 225-772-8836 or email swampypaws4@yahoo.com
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