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My basic info
Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
55551205
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Folks, gather 'round. Let me tell you about a fella named Red. Now, Red ain't your ordinary pup. He came into this shelter like a stray wind, with short legs that don't stop him from having the heart of a lion. Yeah, he may not be the tallest dog in the yard, but he's got a spirit that's as big as the sky.
You see, Red ain't one to hold grudges or bark up the wrong tree. He's got this friendly vibe that just draws you in, makes you feel like you've known him your whole life. He's a regular socialite, wagging his tail and sniffing out new pals wherever he goes, whether they walk on two legs or four.
And let me tell ya, Red's got a hobby that'll make you wanna lace up your shoes and hit the pavement with him. He's all about them long sniffy walks. Yeah, you heard me right. He ain't just about getting from point A to point B; he's all about takin' in the world, one scent at a time. You take him out on one of them walks, and you'll see the joy light up in his eyes like a thousand fireflies dancing in the night.
So, if you're lookin' for a companion who's got a heart as big as the horizon and a spirit that'll lift you higher than a kite, then Red's your guy. Come on down to the shelter and meet him. Who knows, he just might be the redemption you've been lookin' for.
Red weighs 81lbs
Folks, gather 'round. Let me tell you about a fella named Red. Now, Red ain't your ordinary pup. He came into this shelter like a stray wind, with short legs that don't stop him from having the heart of a lion. Yeah, he may not be the tallest dog in the yard, but he's got a spirit that's as big as the sky.
You see, Red ain't one to hold grudges or bark up the wrong tree. He's got this friendly vibe that just draws you in, makes you feel like you've known him your whole life. He's a regular socialite, wagging his tail and sniffing out new pals wherever he goes, whether they walk on two legs or four.
And let me tell ya, Red's got a hobby that'll make you wanna lace up your shoes and hit the pavement with him. He's all about them long sniffy walks. Yeah, you heard me right. He ain't just about getting from point A to point B; he's all about takin' in the world, one scent at a time. You take him out on one of them walks, and you'll see the joy light up in his eyes like a thousand fireflies dancing in the night.
So, if you're lookin' for a companion who's got a heart as big as the horizon and a spirit that'll lift you higher than a kite, then Red's your guy. Come on down to the shelter and meet him. Who knows, he just might be the redemption you've been lookin' for.
Our adoptions are available for people in the DuPage County and surrounding Illinois area. All dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed or neutered, current on their vaccinations (if applicable) and have a PetLink microchip for identification.
Our adoptions are available for people in the DuPage County and surrounding Illinois area. All dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed or neutered, current on their vaccinations (if applicable) and have a PetLink microchip for identification.
For more information please go to www.dupageco.org/animalservices or call us at (630)407-2800.
Our address is 120 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. We are located at the northwest corner of County Farm and Manchester Roads, approximately 5 miles west of I-355, 1/4 mile north of Roosevelt Road.
For more information please go to www.dupageco.org/animalservices or call us at (630)407-2800.
Our address is 120 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. We are located at the northwest corner of County Farm and Manchester Roads, approximately 5 miles west of I-355, 1/4 mile north of Roosevelt Road.
More about this shelter
DuPage County Animal Services is a self-supporting county department designed to:
Prevent and control rabies through bite investigation and rabies registration.
Enforce state and county animal control and welfare laws.
Protecting animals from improper use, abuse, neglect, inhumane treatment and health hazards.
Operate a shelter for stray and owner-relinquished non-native animals.
Promote responsible pet-ownership and animal welfare through counseling and law enforcement.
Rescue animals that are lost, diseased, injured, or in peril.
Provide public education programs for adults and children.
Preventing the birth of unwanted animals.
Reuniting lost pets and their families.
Adopting animals into loving, responsible homes.
Protecting the residents of DuPage County from hazards or nuisances caused by animals.
DuPage County Animal Services is a self-supporting county department designed to:
Prevent and control rabies through bite investigation and rabies registration.
Enforce state and county animal control and welfare laws.
Protecting animals from improper use, abuse, neglect, inhumane treatment and health hazards.
Operate a shelter for stray and owner-relinquished non-native animals.
Promote responsible pet-ownership and animal welfare through counseling and law enforcement.
Rescue animals that are lost, diseased, injured, or in peril.
Provide public education programs for adults and children.
Preventing the birth of unwanted animals.
Reuniting lost pets and their families.
Adopting animals into loving, responsible homes.
Protecting the residents of DuPage County from hazards or nuisances caused by animals.
