My name is
Gherkin!

Posted over 2 years ago | Updated 1 month ago

Cared for by Humane Society of Summit County

My basic info

Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier

Color

Black

Age

Adult

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

40 lb (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

49677395

My details

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Say hello to Gherkin!

She is a 6 year old Pit bull mix who weighs 42 pounds. Gherkin is a petite and adorable pup who can be shy and sensitive when meeting new people. She is a great combination of energetic and snuggly. She loves going for long walks outside, but will gladly spend her afternoon snuggling with you on the couch. Once she's comfortable she loves playing and can't get enough of her squeaky toys! Gherkin takes some time to open up, but once she trusts you she is a friend for life! Since she is shy with new people, if there are children in her forever home they need to be ages 13 and older. Gherkin does well with new dogs, but she would need a slow introduction to new dogs to see if they would be a good fit but once she warms up to she is ready to play! She does not do well with cats, so she would need a home with no cats.

If Gherkin sounds like the perfect fit for you, give us a call at 330-487-0333 ext 226 to learn more about her and schedule a time to come in and meet!

Shelter

Humane Society of Summit County

Contact info

Pet ID

49677395

Contact

Kristin Branagan

Phone

(330) 487-0333

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Website

http://www.summithumane.org

Address

7996 Darrow Road, Suite 30, Twinsburg, OH 44087

Donation

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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

All of our adoptable animals are up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, de-wormed, de-flea and microchipped before adoptions are finalized. All dogs over six months of age receive a temperament assessment by our Certified Professional Dog Trainer to ensure appropriate placement. Also, many animals in our care receive basic obedience training to improve manners and increase adoptability.

We are currently doing adoptions by appointment only. Please contact us by phone at (234) 212-9843 or email at adoptions@summithumane.org, and an adoption counselor will return your message. They will review our adoption process, answer any questions, and tell you more about the animals currently available for adoption at our shelter and in our foster program. If we have a match for you and your family, an appointment will be scheduled to meet the animal.

Additional questions can be directed to our adoption team at (234) 212-9843.

Adoption Fees:
Dogs
6 months or under: $175
6 months to 5 years: $125
6 years or older (or special needs): $50

Cats
6 months or under: $75 (or two kittens for $100)
6 months to 5 years: $50
6 years or older (or special needs): $20

Senior to Senior Program: For adopters age 60 or older, adoption fees are reduced to $15 if the animal is 3 years or older. This service is made possible through the Pets for the Elderly Foundation. You will be asked to provide proof of age.

Veteran Pet Program: Veterans and active military personnel receive 25% off of adoption fees. Valid military ID is required.

Adoption application

https://www.summithumane.org/adopt

Go meet their pets

We are currently doing adoptions by appointment only. Please contact us by phone at (234) 212-9843 or email at adoptions@summithumane.org, and an adoption counselor will return your message. They will review our adoption process, answer any questions, and tell you more about the animals currently available for adoption at our shelter and in our foster program. If we have a match for you and your family, an appointment will be scheduled to meet the animal.

The Humane Society of Summit County is located at 7996 Darrow Rd, Twinsburg, OH 44087.

More about this shelter

Since 1968, the Humane Society of Summit County (HSSC) has been the trusted caretaker and advocate for Summit County’s victims of animal abuse, neglect, and abandonment and stray animals suffering from illness and injury. We employ two full-time Humane Officers who respond to emergency calls, investigate animal cruelty, and, as warranted, prosecute offenders. We protect and care for our community’s abused, discarded, and forgotten animals. We strive every day to rehabilitate our rescued animals, find them great homes, and provide them with bright futures.