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My name is LIONEL*!

Posted over 6 months ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
White - with Black
Age
6 years 6 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A825211

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

1 Housetrained-Lionel is house trained. I usually go out in the backyard with him or leash him and take him out front. His caregiver needs to be mindful of giving him opportunities to relieve himself, he does not really signal that he has to go. His signals are subtle.

2 Good with dogs-He is fine with small dogs. Large dogs frighten him a bit, but I think he would warm up to a friendly one. The encounters with other dogs were with other leashed dogs, I did not have any other pets in the home.

3 I would say he is good with cats, based on encounters with cats on the street,

4 He is okay with older kids, he has not been tested with infants or toddlers. I would guess he would be fine based on his personality.

5 He is an easy walker, He likes to meander and investigate scents. He is fine in a crate in a car.

6 All that was written was that he arrived after an AWC. He had a large tumor on his penis resulting in his penis being removed. IMO, he has completely recovered from the procedure.
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1 He is receptive to cuddling but is not overly affectionate. He sleeps on his bed.

2 He doesn`t play with toys, but will sometimes move the toys to his bed. He likes to play hide n seek and run around.

3 Low activity. He spends a good part of the day sleeping on his bed.

4 His eyes tell me that he has had a stressful life and is so grateful and happy that that has changed.

5 Adjectives: calm, loving, eager to please.

6. He rarely barks, Is pleased when he is given attention. Will initiate petting sessions. Is attentive to correction.

7. He doesn`t appear to be anxious about anything, except being left alone in a dark yard. He loves attention. If you raise your voice or scold he will look to you for assurance and he has a desire to please you.

8.He likes to play hide and seek. Honestly, the best thing about him is he is the lowest maintenance dog I have ever had. He will sit and raise his paw unprompted to let you know that he is receptive and submissive.

10. Physically, he is a cute, mostly white dog. He can smilte.

11. I think that the ideal home would consist of one or two relatively quiet people who can take him on long walks and can be aware of when he would need to go out to pee. This animal had his penis removed and has a urethra more like a female`s. IMO a kind and sympathetic LBGTQ home would be a good fit.
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1. Medical issue not previously discussed woul
Shelter
Pima Animal Care Center

Contact info

Pet ID
A825211
Contact
Address
4000 N. Silverbell Road, Tucson, AZ 85745

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Mon - Tues: 12-7pm Wed - 1:30-7pm Thurs - Fri: 12-7pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm Must be checked in 45 minutes before close

2.

Meet the Pet

Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.

3.

Take the Pet Home

Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.

Additional adoption info

Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• Adult dogs and cats $30
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!

Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745

(520) 724-5900

HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45mins before close for adoption and admission

More about this shelter

As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pimaanimalcare.org

Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.