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My name is Ryder!

Posted over 9 months ago | Updated 4 hours ago

Cared for by Dog Gone Seattle
Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Home Check

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
American Staffordshire Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
19527133-A38619

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Animal Profile: Meet Ryder! He's an estimated 2-year-old, 55 lb neutered male bully mix. He came to the shelter as a stray and was a staff favorite. They described him as friendly, fun and adorable.  

Foster Update: Ryder is a handsome and energetic dog who loves to play. He gets lots of compliments, in part because of his muscular physique -- he looks like he hits the gym every day! Ryder loves to be with his people and becomes quite cuddly when you hold him or rub his belly. He’s always ready to chase, tug on a rope or fetch, and with practice will now happily drop the ball so you can throw it again. Ryder doesn't typically bark at other dogs but he is strong and has a rough-and-tumble play style; in true pitty fashion, he loves to bump and go under/over other dogs. Ryder will need a tolerant and sturdy canine companion if he goes to a home with a resident dog.

Ryder is crate trained and has good house manners -- he doesn't chew on off-limits items like furniture, shoes or socks. He's come a long way with his impulse control: He used to get very excited coming out of the crate or greeting guests but has shown willingness to respond to a firm "NO." It's helpful that he is quite food and praise motivated; belly rubs are the best! Ryder has shown he can be quite in tune with your mood: When you're excited he's ready to go! When you're calm, he's ready for snuggles. With all his training progress his new nickname is "Little Gentleman." This loving boy will make a beautiful addition to the right family -- pitbull breed experience preferred! 

Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $550, which includes spay/neuter, current core vaccinations per AVMA standards, microchip, health certificate, heartworm test, transport from California to Seattle. Adoption fee may be tax deductible as Dog Gone Seattle is a 501c3 organization.

Apply Online: www.DogGoneSeattle.org

Animal History: This dog was rescued from euthanasia at Tulare high-kill shelter in California and arrived to foster care in Seattle on Thurs 7/20/23. He will be available for adoption after evaluated in foster care in the greater Seattle area.



April 29, 2024, 2:26 pm
Rescue
Dog Gone Seattle

Contact info

Pet ID
19527133-A38619
Contact
Phone
Address
Bothell, WA 98021

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Complete application here: https://www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-application

2.

Interview

Virtual meet and greet with foster family or case manager to ensure pet is a good fit for you and visa versa.

3.

Meet the Pet

More info: https://www.doggoneseattle.org/what-to-do-during-a-dog-meet-and-greet

4.

Home Check

Depending on the dog, we may elect to do a second visit at your home.

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

https://www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-contract

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

All potential adopters must complete the adoption application including veterinary and personal references. In addition, a home check may be required. Adoptions will not be approved without an in-person meeting with the adoptable dog and a volunteer or foster from the rescue organization. We reserve the right to refuse adoption to any person for any reason at any time. You can apply online at www.doggoneseattle.org.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Please see upcoming events on our website www.doggoneseattle.org.

More about this rescue

Dog Gone Seattle is a Seattle-based non-profit corporation established in 2013 as a community based organization and in 2017 as a non-profit corporation seeking to place homeless dogs in forever homes in the Seattle area. We take in dogs from high-kill shelters in California and Texas, as well as dogs from unfortunate circumstances in Washington and beyond. Our motto is Rescue, Respect, Repeat -- each dog in our care will get the veterinary and behavioral attention necessary promote a life long match.