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My name is Picasso!

Posted over 2 years ago | Updated 1 week ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $25

This helps Austin Pets Alive! with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever
Color
Brindle/White
Age
4 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
65 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
126499

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Meet Picasso — A True Work of Heart!

Picasso is a beautiful blend of loyalty, playfulness, and calm, and he’s ready to find a home where he can truly thrive. At just over 4 years old, this gentleman brings the perfect mix of energy and house manners — ready for fun, but happy to relax.

What makes Picasso special?

Enjoys jogging, tug-of-war, and squirrel-watching (he takes his yard patrol duties seriously!)
Loves car rides and settles in like a seasoned pro
House-trained and keeps a clean home
Great when left alone — calm, respectful, and non-destructive
Crate-comfortable and enjoys napping in his own space
Polite indoors — doesn’t beg for food or jump on furniture (unless he’s invited for a snuggle!)
Knows basic obedience skills and loves learning
Independent but affectionate — he enjoys attention on his terms and bonds deeply with his people
While he can still get a little bouncy when playing, Picasso is learning how to balance his playful side with calm companionship. With a bit of structure and a lot of love, he continues to blossom into a confident, trusting dog.

His ideal home includes:

- A calm environment where he’s the only pet — one-on-one connection is where he truly shines

- A secure, fenced yard to explore, stretch his legs, and, of course, monitor for squirrels

- A patient and kind human who understands that trust takes time — but the reward is a deeply loyal companion

- An active lifestyle with space for play and moments of peace

From a recent sleepover host:

“Picasso has so much love to give and immense potential. Once removed from the shelter and given space to build trust, he blossoms. He is an amazing dog, and with the right person, he’ll become the most loyal and joyful companion imaginable.”

Whether you’re ready to adopt or foster, Picasso is looking for someone to believe in him. All he needs is a chance — and a safe place to call home.

Come meet Picasso — he’s more than a good boy; he’s a masterpiece waiting for his frame.
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
126499
Contact
Phone
Address
1156 West Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78703

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Take a look at our Available Dogs page or our Available Cats page, depending on which kind of pet you’re interested in! Make note of a few d

2.

Meet the Pet

Visit our shelter locations every day from 12-6 to meet our on-site animals or get matched with an adoptable pet. New pets everyday!

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Our application is more like a conversation. Come meet us today!

Additional adoption info

We are open to the public to visit available animals at our adoption locations. Visit us daily for same-day adoption or meet our dogs and cats.

Click the 'adoption inquiry' button in an animal's profile or email adopt@austinpetsalive.org with the name you’re interested in for the next steps on setting up your meet & greet.

If you need help finding the right match email matchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for dogs and catmatchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for cats with a short description of what you’re looking for and what your home environment is like.

Go meet their pets

Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.

Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

More about this shelter

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.

A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.

To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.

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