Love big dogs?? Keep on reading!
Meet Ferdinand Blue. Estimated at 3 years old and a whopping 86 perfect for cuddling pounds.
He is sooooo cuddly with people! He will lay in your lap and rub his face into you. He is such a lover boy.
This larger than life fella is a stunner. His velvety blue fur is so soft and shiny-- makes you want to rub your face on it! Check out his feet-- styling with tube socks in the front and no shows in the back...lol. And his soft, gentle eyes....uff! Handsome, I tell ya!
Blue isn't all looks...this guy has quite the personality. Though he's a big guy, he is a total softy-- and a sucker for little dogs! They're his favorite! He lives with multiples, and though he doesn't play with them, he will let them use him as a pillow or a bridge sometimes! They walk all over him and curl up on him for warmth, and he is there for it. Though he may look big and tough, bigger dogs intimidate him and make him uneasy. He prefers to hang with the littles. He is so patient with them and will share toys and hooves, which are his favorite! You just need to keep many of them around so that there is a hoove buffet. Plenty for everyone!
He absolutely adores people-- so much! He will spin in circles out of excitement and try to greet with hugs. All that love will knock you off your feet but with a treat in hand, he is the best boy and will sit at attention and greet gently. A rub under the chin or booty scratch and he melts like butter. Once he loves, he loves hard. He may not cuddle with dogs, but he sure loves a cuddle session with his favorite humans! The way you know you have made your way to his heart is if he starts to lean in and rub his body on your legs like a cat. Now, if he brings a toy or his rope (he LOVES playing tug) and drops it at your feet, you are officially BFFs for life!
Like to go on walks? So does he!! He is a perfect leash walker with a head halter, and currently goes on daily walks with his amazing foster momma. She has done an amazing job at basic training. Blue knows sit, down, "too much" with a waiving hand gesture, has excellent recall, "tst, tst" as a positive interruptor to get his attention, goes into his crate on command, and will jump in the car with a "load up". Car rides are his favorite! He will either lay full plop on the seat or stick his head out the window to entertain everyone with his lovely, flapping mouth jowls.
Nothing better than having a dog that is fully accustomed to routine and crating. This big boy is very easy to manage, and thrives best with structure. He enjoys spending quiet time in his crate where he will happily wait for you to get back from work or work from home. Can't beat that!
This gentle giant is very loving, but prefers a calmer, laid back home. Young active kiddos make him nervous and it will not be the best environment for him, but he loves and has lived with older kiddos, 13 & 17 year old boys, who he adored.
I don't know about you, but if I didn't have a house full of dogs, I'd be ready to hit the adoption link. Don't wait too long-- a pup this amazing will not be available for long!
He's currently fostered in Blaine, WA, but absolutely worth the drive for any interested adopters that live further!
Application link: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/63093adb214f4c322036aa8d
Please email cynthia@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions.
Available for adoption to anywhere in the US. We transport near or into NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed semi-truck, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Our East Coast route will travel in a private, air conditioned 3LP-run van or bus transport. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. We can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you!
The adoption fee is $650 and includes all vetting per our veterinarian: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter surgery, flea prevention, 2-6 months of heartworm preventative according to age, heartworm testing and heartworm treatment if applicable, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
*WE ARE TOLD THAT WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND MEDICALLY. This is the feedback we tend to get, although we cannot guarantee perfect health.
*To fully vet a dog in the PNW at many vets it would be upwards of $1,800 just to fix, vaccinate, chip, etc. The adoption fees charged by our rescue do not cover our expenses medically for each animal, but we offset costs with donations. Your adoption fee is considered a donation towards actual costs.
Why adopt from Three Little Pitties?
The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog you’ve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it!
Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dog’s needs. We provide weekly socialization programs for our dogs through playgroups and group leash training classes available to all dogs in our adoption program, and Doggy Sleepover, Doggy Day Out, and Ambassador programs for our boarding dogs. There is a professional dog trainer on staff to provide support for our fosters and dogs, and an off-site dog trainer for dogs that need more extensive behavior modification. This helps us learn deeply about every dog, prepare them for adoption, and ultimately match them with loving families. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be!
It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks:
• 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion (must register within 24 hours of first vet appt.)
• A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week)
• One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan
• 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan
• Coupons for a fun visit to Petco
• Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup!
We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes.
Follow our rescue journey through the links below!
https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue
*Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $62 surcharge for transport.
DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.
