Adopt

My name is Philly!

Posted over 7 months ago

Cared for by ALIVE Rescue
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Meet the Pet

5

Approve Application

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Pay Fee

Adoption fee: $325

This helps ALIVE Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
White/Brown/Chocolate
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
48 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
649

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Philly is a young pittie-mix with a heart of gold, a winning smile, and showstopping eyes. Also, does it look like she is wearing cowboy chaps? I digress...

Philly is, in many ways, your typical pittie! She loves to play, snuggle, and is as sweet as can be. She likes the companionship of other dogs but likes to play hard, so if you have another dog, they should be up for some WrestleMania!

Philly is a great indoor dog and would be well-suited for an apartment, but wouldn't say no to a house either ;) Philly is quiet and calm indoors. When Philly gets outside, she becomes more energetic and excited. Philly is working on her leash manners, but she is a strong gal, and her adopter will need to continue to work on her pulling while on a leash.

Philly is almost entirely potty-trained and crate-trained (huzzah!) She is still young and is working on refining some of her manners (mouthiness + leash pulling specifically). Until Philly understands her size and strength better, she will likely do best in an adult-only home for now.
Rescue
ALIVE Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
649
Contact
Kristen Gerali
Address
PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL 60639

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Home Check

4.

Meet the Pet

5.

Approve Application

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

7.

Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

In order to qualify for ALIVE’s program all of the following steps must be met:

You must be at least 24 years of age and be able to provide ALIVE with proof of age.

Any current pets must be up to date on vaccinations, and be spayed/neutered. Exceptions to this will only be considered if proof of a medical explanation is provided.

If you currently rent, you must provide a landlord’s phone number and a copy of your executed lease.

All members of the family living in the home where the animal will be placed must be interviewed.

Applicant must live within 50 miles of Chicago if interested in adopting and within 10 miles of Chicago if interested in fostering.

Allow an ALIVE representative into your home for a visit to insure that your home is safe for the potential new dog or cat.

Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for a pet.

Adoption Donation Amounts:
Dogs over 6 months old: $325
Dogs under 6 months old: $400
Dogs over 7 years old: $150
Rabbits: $150
Cats: $175
If you are adopting a bonded pair, the adoption donation will be as reflected above, but as a buy one, get one free.

We require a $75 training deposit at the time of adopting a dog. You will be required to enroll and complete a training class with your new dog at one of our approved training facilities within 3 months of adoption in order for the deposit to be refunded.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

ALIVE Rescue is a sustainable animal rescue group committed to protecting the lives and rights of animals. We believe that every animal has the right to a well-balanced, socialized and fulfilled life. We take on the responsibility to save, rehabilitate and place abandoned, abused and stray animals. Our rescue permanently houses and cares for the animals that cannot be placed into forever homes for the duration of their natural lives. We provide medical, behavioral and physical support for animals despite their age, health, and/or breed. At ALIVE Rescue, we promote sustainable living and care-giving by building awareness, appreciation and respect for all animals and the environment within our communities. We constantly work to educate the public on current animal issues, including the benefits of spaying/neutering pets.

Since our formation in 2008, ALIVE Rescue has rescued more than 1,600 animals in the Chicago area.