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American Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier
Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
72d53e5e-fa31-4215-9974-160ff2efbe8d
My details
Good with dogs
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Charlie is a gentle giant, plain and simple. It doesn't take long for this affectionate, loyal, and tolerant guy to happily bounce around you. His nickname at the shelter was “Charlie Bounce” for good reason. He came out of the shelter overweight and is currently shedding the pounds; the lighter he gets, the more bouncy we expect he'll be.
We are smitten with this dog who reminds us of his resilience every day. With an intake date of 10/26/22 at Baldwin Park Animal Care Center and the fate of having to spend the next fourteen months on evidence hold, Charlie’s world was very small. For a love bug like himself, the fact that he was rarely allowed to exit from his kennel must’ve been torture. Even after the hold was lifted, Charlie didn’t attract an adopter; due to overcrowding at the shelter, his future was put in jeopardy. On 1/20/24, we were thrilled to tell Charlie that we were breaking him out of the shelter, once and for all.
His foster parents say cuddly Charlie has been the perfect house guest. When he’s not laying back at home or snoozing, he enjoys his leisurely neighborhood walks. He’s good in the car and on the leash. He’s made some new human friends and enjoys time with his two foster siblings, a small and a large breed dog. He seems to be hard of hearing, but he’s been picking up on hand signals. A lover of treats and praise, he’s a highly motivated student and eager to please.
If you think Charlie might be the one for you, fill out the application today! https://k9kismet.org/adoption-application
Charlie is a gentle giant, plain and simple. It doesn't take long for this affectionate, loyal, and tolerant guy to happily bounce around you. His nickname at the shelter was “Charlie Bounce” for good reason. He came out of the shelter overweight and is currently shedding the pounds; the lighter he gets, the more bouncy we expect he'll be.
We are smitten with this dog who reminds us of his resilience every day. With an intake date of 10/26/22 at Baldwin Park Animal Care Center and the fate of having to spend the next fourteen months on evidence hold, Charlie’s world was very small. For a love bug like himself, the fact that he was rarely allowed to exit from his kennel must’ve been torture. Even after the hold was lifted, Charlie didn’t attract an adopter; due to overcrowding at the shelter, his future was put in jeopardy. On 1/20/24, we were thrilled to tell Charlie that we were breaking him out of the shelter, once and for all.
His foster parents say cuddly Charlie has been the perfect house guest. When he’s not laying back at home or snoozing, he enjoys his leisurely neighborhood walks. He’s good in the car and on the leash. He’s made some new human friends and enjoys time with his two foster siblings, a small and a large breed dog. He seems to be hard of hearing, but he’s been picking up on hand signals. A lover of treats and praise, he’s a highly motivated student and eager to please.
If you think Charlie might be the one for you, fill out the application today! https://k9kismet.org/adoption-application
All of the dogs in our care receive regular wellness exams, preventative treatment, and specialty care as needed. All are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered (unless medically waived), and microchipped.
Adoption Fees:
$500 for puppies up to 1 year
$350 for dogs 1-5 years of age
$250 for dogs 6+ years of age
Complete a puppy/dog training course of your choosing and provide proof of completion to us within 6 months of adoption and we’ll refund $100 of your dog’s adoption fee!
All of the dogs in our care receive regular wellness exams, preventative treatment, and specialty care as needed. All are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered (unless medically waived), and microchipped.
Adoption Fees:
$500 for puppies up to 1 year
$350 for dogs 1-5 years of age
$250 for dogs 6+ years of age
Complete a puppy/dog training course of your choosing and provide proof of completion to us within 6 months of adoption and we’ll refund $100 of your dog’s adoption fee!
All of our dogs live in foster homes so meet-and-greet appointments are necessary. Follow us on social media to be alerted about adoption events where you can meet select dogs.
IG: @k9kismet
FB: www.facebook.com/k9kismet
All of our dogs live in foster homes so meet-and-greet appointments are necessary. Follow us on social media to be alerted about adoption events where you can meet select dogs.
IG: @k9kismet
FB: www.facebook.com/k9kismet
More about this rescue
K9 Kismet Dog Rescue is a foster-based, volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Long Beach, CA. Founded in 2015, our dedicated team has helped to place hundreds of animals in loving, permanent homes.
Our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving, permanent homes for homeless dogs, specifically dogs in shelters at-risk of euthanasia and dogs whose owners can no longer care for them. We believe in compassionate rescue when the dog is enduring inhumane living conditions or likely to be deemed less adoptable due to age, health, emotional state, or breed. We ensure that all the dogs we take into our rescue, regardless of individual needs, are cared for with love and compassion for the duration of their lives.
We strive to make a difference in the life of each dog we bring into our pack, and our commitment to each dog doesn’t end once they are adopted. We provide lifelong support to all K9 Kismet alumni should an emergency arise. Once a K9 Kismet Dog, always a K9 Kismet Dog. This isn’t a catch phrase; this is a core value.
K9 Kismet Dog Rescue is a foster-based, volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Long Beach, CA. Founded in 2015, our dedicated team has helped to place hundreds of animals in loving, permanent homes.
Our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving, permanent homes for homeless dogs, specifically dogs in shelters at-risk of euthanasia and dogs whose owners can no longer care for them. We believe in compassionate rescue when the dog is enduring inhumane living conditions or likely to be deemed less adoptable due to age, health, emotional state, or breed. We ensure that all the dogs we take into our rescue, regardless of individual needs, are cared for with love and compassion for the duration of their lives.
We strive to make a difference in the life of each dog we bring into our pack, and our commitment to each dog doesn’t end once they are adopted. We provide lifelong support to all K9 Kismet alumni should an emergency arise. Once a K9 Kismet Dog, always a K9 Kismet Dog. This isn’t a catch phrase; this is a core value.
